You didn’t start a biotech company to sit on hold with lab suppliers. Instead, you started it to solve real problems, build therapies, and create meaningful impact.
However, for many first-time founders, procurement quietly drains time, money, and focus.
The Silent Burn: Procurement Steals Your Science Time
You know the pattern. You’re deep in an experiment, refining a pitch, or planning your next milestone. Then, suddenly, a supplier email interrupts you: a backorder, a wrong shipment, or a stalled order buried in paperwork.
As a result, procurement keeps pulling you away from high-value work.
Hours Lost Every Week
On average, lean biotech teams spend 10–20 hours per week on procurement. This includes price comparisons, navigating ordering systems, chasing backorders, and reconciling invoices.
Consequently, that’s time you could otherwise invest in science, fundraising, or strategy.
The Hidden Financial Cost
Procurement costs more than the sticker price. In fact, you also pay with time—your most limited resource.
Moreover, without scale, startups often purchase at list price and miss bulk discounts. Therefore, these missed savings directly shorten your runway.
Constant Distractions
Every procurement issue breaks your focus. In turn, each interruption delays progress and reduces productivity.
Over time, these small disruptions compound. Ultimately, they slow both scientific advancement and investor momentum.
Dr. David Kiewlich, a six-time biotech founder, experienced this firsthand. Because of this, he built Mission Booster Procurement to eliminate this hidden drain.
Procurement Made Simple: Your Co-Pilot for Science
So, what if you could offload 90% of procurement while still saving money—and maintaining control?
That’s exactly where Mission Booster Procurement comes in.
We act as a full-service, outsourced procurement partner for biotech and life sciences startups. Specifically, we handle ordering, backorders, returns, accounting, and regulatory paperwork.
Lower Costs Through Scale
We maintain relationships with over 150 suppliers and pool purchasing power across clients.
As a result, startups often save up to 30% compared to list prices.
Give Yourself Hours Back
Submitting a request takes only 1–2 minutes. After that, we handle the rest.
Meanwhile, most orders process the same day, and we respond quickly to inquiries. Therefore, you regain valuable time each week for scientific work.
Transparent, Usage-Based Pricing
We charge a simple 5–10% administration fee.
Importantly, there are no subscriptions, hidden costs, or licensing fees. Instead, you only pay when you actively use the service.
Full Founder Control
You approve every purchase. In other words, we never substitute or order items without your consent.
At the same time, you stay fully in control while we manage execution.
Human Support, Not Software
You don’t need to learn a new platform. Instead, our team works directly with you to handle procurement tasks.
In addition, we assist with returns, vendor coordination, and regulatory requirements. We support your work without claiming any stake in your IP.
Real Impact: Time and Runway
The results are clear and measurable.
For example:
- A pre-seed startup saved $68,733 and regained over 70 hours in one year—equivalent to six months of runway.
- Similarly, a larger company saved $1.16 million in a single year.
Furthermore, Mission Booster Procurement operates within an ecosystem that has supported over 55 companies. Collectively, these companies achieved an 89–95% success rate and raised more than $900 million.
Therefore, savings from procurement do more than reduce costs. They extend runway and accelerate scientific progress.
FAQs
Q: How do founders maintain control?
A: You define what you need. Then, we source options, and you approve every purchase before we proceed.
Q: How much can startups save?
A: Typically, clients save 30% or more compared to list prices. For instance, case studies show savings from $68K to over $1.16M annually.
Q: Is there a minimum spend or long-term contract?
A: No. Instead, pricing remains usage-based with a 5–10% fee. Additionally, we offer a trial with a waived fee.
Q: How does this help beyond cost savings?
A: First, you regain over 70 hours per year. Then, you extend your runway. Ultimately, more time leads to faster research and better outcomes.
Q: Can I keep my existing vendors?
A: Yes. In fact, we work with your preferred vendors or suggest alternatives when they offer better value.
Get Back to Science
If procurement slows you down, it’s time to change the system.
Instead of managing busywork, outsource it. Then, refocus on what matters most—your science, your team, and your mission.
Contact Mission Booster Procurement:
(510) 345-5242
[email protected]