Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team in a hybrid HR – Employee Relations role. This position plays a critical part in supporting high-volume transactional activities related to scientific services and tissue acquisition for Discovery R&D. As part of the Operations team, you'll collaborate cross-functionally with scientists, finance, procurement, and external partners to manage purchase orders, invoices, and expense tracking. Strong communication, technical skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential. Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through Proven ability to manage high volumes of transactional or financial work accurately Comfortable working cross-functionally with diverse teams Able to prioritize effectively and align daily tasks with larger deliverables Strong skills in data entry and reporting Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Preferred Experience: Background in biology or pharmacology, ideally with bench scientist experience Experience with ERP systems for managing purchase orders and invoicing Familiarity with creating Standard Operating Guidelines/Procedures (SOGs/SOPs) Experience handling confidential and sensitive information Key Responsibilities: Financial & Transactional Operations: Issue purchase orders (POs), confirm invoices, and track third-party expenses Maintain accurate records of open POs, payments, accruals, and project close-outs Verify deliverables and coordinate invoice approvals Ensure compliance with contracts, license agreements, and corporate policies Support the acquisition of human biological samples and BD&L agreements IT Systems & Reporting: Update forecasting and financial tracking tools Generate and distribute monthly financial reports Develop subject matter expertise in internal tools and workflows Troubleshoot issues related to POs, invoices, and payments Author and maintain process documentation and best practices Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with internal teams and external academic or industry partners Provide timely updates to stakeholders on transaction progress Ensure prompt invoice submissions and effective PO management Coordinate across time zones when needed Take a customer-service approach in enabling operational processes