GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com.
Summary
This is a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days onsite in Gaithersburg, MD
The Procurement Specialist is a professional role responsible for independently managing and executing procurement activities that support GeneDx’s operational, financial, and compliance objectives. This position exercises judgment and discretion in evaluating purchasing needs, engaging suppliers, supporting sourcing and contract activities, and ensuring procurement decisions align with company policies, risk standards, and business priorities.
The role requires the ability to analyze information, assess risk, apply procurement policy, and collaborate cross-functionally to influence outcomes. The successful candidate demonstrates strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and the ability to balance strategic considerations with detailed execution in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Job Responsibilities
The responsibilities listed below reflect the primary, routine duties of this position. Other duties may be assigned as business needs evolve.
Manage Purchase Requests:
- Independently manage purchase requests and procurement activities for a range of goods and services, applying professional judgment to ensure compliance with company policies and business objectives.
- Evaluate requisitions for completeness, appropriateness, and risk, and determine the most effective procurement approach based on spend level, complexity, and business impact.
Sourcing & Competitive Bid Support
- Support competitive sourcing initiatives by developing RFQs/RFPs, analyzing supplier proposals, documenting selection rationale, and providing recommendations to internal stakeholders.
- Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to compare supplier offerings and assess total cost, risk, and qualitative factors.
Supplier Negotiations:
- Engage directly with suppliers to negotiate pricing, service levels, delivery timelines, and commercial terms, exercising discretion to balance cost, quality, risk, and operational needs.
- Identify and resolve supplier issues by analyzing root causes and recommending solutions that support continuity of service and value creation.
Vendor Onboarding & Risk Management
- Lead vendor onboarding activities, ensuring appropriate due diligence, documentation, and risk reviews are completed in accordance with company standards.
- Partner with Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to address compliance, risk, and control considerations throughout the vendor lifecycle.
Contract Support & Analysis
- Support the preparation, review, and analysis of contracts, statements of work, and amendments by identifying commercial, operational, and compliance considerations and escalating issues as appropriate.
- Ensure procurement activities align with contractual requirements and internal approval protocols.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as a procurement subject matter resource to internal business partners, advising on procurement processes, timelines, and best practices.
- Collaborate with Legal, Accounting, Finance, and Accounts Payable to resolve issues, support audits, and improve procure-to-pay effectiveness.
Financial & System Accountability
- Coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure accurate and timely payment.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and generate reports in NetSuite to support transparency, audit readiness, and management decision making.
Policy & Compliance Stewardship
- Apply and reinforce procurement policies, controls, and Delegation of Authority requirements, exercising independent judgment to identify exceptions, risks, or non‑standard scenarios.
People Manager
- No
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
- 1–3 years of professional procurement or related business experience, preferably in a high volume or regulated environment
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, analyze information, and make recommendations that impact business outcomes
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Solid understanding of procurement processes, policies, and internal controls
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels
- Proven organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills
- Experience using NetSuite or similar ERP systems for purchasing and reporting preferred
- Biotech, healthcare, or life sciences industry experience preferred
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, SOX, or regulated procurement environments preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- N/A
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position requiring both in-office and remote work. The employee will work from our office location in Gaithersburg, MD and remotely from a home office or other suitable location with reliable high-speed internet access. In-office work is performed in a professional office setting with standard lighting, temperature control, and low to moderate noise levels. Remote work is performed in a climate-controlled environment. Standard office equipment including computer, phone, and video conferencing tools, is used in both settings. Your standard work schedule and hours will be established in collaboration with your leader and may be adjusted to align with evolving business needs.
Physical Demands
This is a sedentary role with physical demands including:
- Sitting for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)
- Repetitive use of hands and fingers for typing and mouse operation
- Visual acuity for reading computer screens and documents
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via video
- Occasional standing, walking, and reaching for files or supplies
- Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds (files, office supplies, equipment)
- Ability to commute to the office location as required
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Acknowledgements
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.
At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.
Experts in what matters most.
With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.
SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.
From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
- Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
- Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
- Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.
Learn more About Us here.
At GeneDx, we're driven by urgency and purpose: helping patients get diagnosed earlier. Our mission, to empower everyone to live their healthiest life through genomics, drives our team to make a tangible impact each day – and shapes our culture where high standards, strong teamwork, and meaningful ownership are the norm. We act with intention, support one another, and deliver work we're proud to put our names on.
Here’s what you can expect day to day:
1. Play like a champion (step up, redefine what’s possible, own it)
We bring energy, focus, and a bias for action. We step up, take initiative, and deliver on our commitments – with quality, speed, and care.
We push past the obvious. We challenge assumptions, raise the bar, and make thoughtful, decisive calls — choosing progress over perfection.
We stay curious, ask questions, and share direct feedback with respect. We adapt quickly and keep learning through collaboration and continuous improvement.
If you’re motivated by meaningful work, a fast-moving environment, and teammates who care deeply about outcomes, you’ll thrive at GeneDx.
Benefits include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Voluntary benefits
- Programs for parents and parents-to-be
- We provide expert support for family planning, pregnancy, and postpartum care, including up to 22 weeks of fully paid parental leave (U.S.) and up to $25K annually for fertility, adoption, or surrogacy.
GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All privacy policy information can be found here.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
- 1-3 years of professional procurement or related business experience
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Solid understanding of procurement processes, policies, and internal controls
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills
- Experience using NetSuite or similar ERP systems for purchasing and reporting preferred
- Biotech, healthcare, or life sciences industry experience preferred
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, SOX, or regulated procurement environments preferred
What We Do
GeneDx is focused on delivering personalized, actionable insights that improve health outcomes. We sit at the intersection of diagnostics and data science, pairing decades of genomic expertise with an unmatched ability to interpret clinical data at scale. Our exome and genome testing is among the best in the industry. We expect that it will be even more advanced in the future with the help of Centrellis®, our innovative health information platform. Powered by millions of medical records, Centrellis® integrates digital tools with artificial intelligence to ingest and synthesize clinical and genomic data. As a result of our robust test menu, including our exome and genome testing, and the comprehensive insights generated by Centrellis®, we are developing a more complete understanding of complex disease than ever before. This translates to faster diagnosis, more effective treatment plans, and enhanced drug discovery. Our offerings help a whole spectrum of healthcare partners -- clinicians, researchers, health systems, pharmaceutical companies, and payors -- improve patient experiences and advance population health
