Role & responsibilities Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Lab Procurement Manager responsible for managing end-to-end procurement of laboratory machinery, scientific equipment, fermenters, and other laboratory-related materials. The candidate should have strong experience in sourcing specialized laboratory equipment, identifying reliable vendors, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring timely procurement of quality equipment as per organizational requirements.

Key Responsibilities
1. Manage end-to-end procurement of laboratory machinery, scientific instruments, equipment, and laboratory consumables. 2. Handle procurement of fermenters, bioreactors, and fermentation-related equipment. 3. Source and procure specialized laboratory equipment such as:
- Fermenters and bioreactors
- Laboratory reactors and incubators
- Autoclaves and sterilization equipment
- Centrifuges and laboratory mixers
- Analytical instruments and testing equipment
- Laboratory glassware, chemicals, and consumables
- Other R&D; and laboratory infrastructure requirements. 4. Identify, evaluate, and develop a strong vendor base for domestic and international laboratory equipment suppliers. 5. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and after-sales service agreements. 6. Coordinate with R&D;, Quality Control, Production, and Laboratory teams to understand technical procurement requirements. 7. Ensure equipment specifications, quality standards, and technical requirements are met before procurement. 8. Manage vendor performance, equipment installation, commissioning, and maintenance coordination. 9.



Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. 10. Ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials to avoid delays in laboratory operations and research activities. 11. Maintain procurement documentation, purchase orders, vendor records, and inventory tracking. Required Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in procurement of laboratory machinery, scientific equipment, and specialized lab instruments.
- Hands-on experience in sourcing and purchasing fermenters, bioreactors, and fermentation equipment.
- Knowledge of laboratory setup, R&D; infrastructure, and biotechnology-related equipment.
- Experience in vendor development, price negotiation, and strategic sourcing.
- Understanding of technical specifications, equipment quality standards, and supplier evaluation.
- Experience in domestic and international procurement will be an added advantage.
- Robust coordination and communication skills with technical and R&D; teams.
- Good negotiation, analytical, and cost-management skills. Desired Candidate Profile
- Candidates with experience in Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, Chemicals, Agriculture, or related industries.
- Prior experience handling procurement for R&D; laboratories, biotechnology labs, or fermentation facilities will be highly preferred.
- Should have the ability to independently manage specialized laboratory procurement requirements from vendor identification to final installation. Key Requirement: Candidates must have practical experience in procurement of laboratory machinery and equipment, particularly fermenters and bioreactors. General purchase or indirect procurement experience alone will not be sufficient. Preferred candidate profile

📌 LAB Procurement Manager (Gurugram)
🏢 Inera CropScience
📍 Gurugram