R&D Purchasing and Payment Operations Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Implement the No PO No Pay policy at the local level, ensuring that orders are created in the Agora Purchasing System prior to committing work and processing payments.

• Serve as the primary user for the AST compliance system and act as the R&D liaison for the compliance team.

• Guarantee that R&D contracts receive the necessary pre-approval in relevant systems before any work is initiated.

• Ensure that invoices are properly authorized before payment is executed.

• Document compliance systems and procedures related to R&D processes.

• Collaborate with the compliance team to address and resolve issues.

• Provide coverage for PDx Operations Specialists in various locations as needed.

• Generate PO status reports that highlight potential invoicing or payment problems.

• Partner with Finance and Project teams to address issues related to late or missing payments.

• Work alongside Finance and Sourcing to confirm that vendor POs and invoices include accurate payment terms.

• Issue sundry invoices to third-party vendors or manage internal recharges to other GE sites as necessary.

• Assist with additional R&D Operations activities as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a corporate setting.

• Strong operational expertise in similar processes.

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English.

• A proactive self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Capability to comprehend local business challenges, communicate issues effectively to colleagues, and suggest viable solutions.

• Ability to analyze data and pinpoint potential problems.

• Exceptional administrative and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work effectively across various project teams.

• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of and adherence to the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management Systems such as GMP and GLP, as well as relevant laws and regulations.

• Completion of scheduled Quality & Compliance training within specified timeframes.

• Ability to identify and report quality or compliance issues, taking immediate corrective action as necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment.

• No relocation assistance provided.