About the Role

Responsible for the strategic sourcing, procurement, inventory management, and operational coordination of non-human primates (NHPs) to support preclinical studies. Ensures regulatory compliance, animal welfare, and seamless study execution through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

What You'll Do Here

• Source and procure NHPs from domestic and international suppliers

• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, pricing, and performance

• Forecast supply and mitigate procurement risks

• Oversee animal inventory systems and ensure data accuracy

• Plan and forecast colony needs to meet study timelines

• Coordinate import/export, quarantine, and transportation logistics

• Ensure compliance with AWA, USDA, GLP, and IACUC requirements

• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory readiness

• Coordinate inter-site transfers and study scheduling

• Partner with veterinary, scientific, and operational teams

• Oversee animal selection, screening, and study readiness

• Maintain procurement records, reporting, and dashboards

• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Animal Science, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience and education to fulfill essential job duties.

• Minimum 5+ years in procurement, inventory, or preclinical operations; experience with laboratory animals preferred.

• MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point

Language(s) Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals.

• Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Other Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills are required.

• Personal/professional integrity and proven discretion in handling confidential information.

• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.

• Capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities.

• Must be self-directed, motivated, and have a willingness to take the initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation.

• Relevant industry experience a plus.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with GLP, AWA, USDA, and IACUC standards.

What We Offer

The salary range estimated for this position is $105,000 - $150,000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data. Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

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