Team Leader - Indirect Procurement

Julphar; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Team Leader for Indirect Procurement. This role involves managing procurement processes for CAPEX, OPEX, and services, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and optimizing vendor relationships. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, extensive experience in procurement, and strong negotiation skills. Join us to contribute to improving quality of life through innovative procurement solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of procurement experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry preferred.
• Sound knowledge of GMP, QMS, and regulatory compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for CAPEX, OPEX, and Services.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, QMS, and company procurement policies.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to ensure timely vendor payments.

Skills

Strong ownership

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

At Julphar, we are on a journey of culture transformation & our mission is to provide a better quality of life for the entire family by delivering best in class solutions and real value with compassion and professionalism.

Our core values: Respect, Collaboration, innovation, Integrity and Compassion - Combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve, enable Talents , create a healthy work environment, and accomplish our goals through world‑class research and with the compassion and commitment of our employees.

Job Summary

The Team Leader – Indirect Procurement is responsible for managing the procurement of CAPEX, OPEX, and Services, ensuring all activities are aligned with company policies, GMP standards, and operational requirements. This role requires proactive sourcing, supplier relationship management, price negotiations, and end‑to‑end procurement execution—including timely delivery, quality compliance, and payment coordination. The incumbent will also support process improvements, compliance reporting, and internal stakeholder alignment to ensure operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement activities for CAPEX, OPEX, and Services, including sourcing, vendor evaluation, negotiation, and PO creation.
• Review daily PRs from assigned departments, conduct market analysis, request quotations, and perform price benchmarking based on procurement history.
• Ensure purchased materials/services meet required specifications and regulatory standards.
• Obtain approvals through comparative analysis and attach all required documentation in SAP prior to PO release.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure on‑time delivery, addressing any supply chain issues, discrepancies, or delays.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to ensure timely vendor payments and resolve invoice‑related issues.
• Maintain effective communication and alignment with internal stakeholders across departments.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, QMS, and company procurement policies, including handling Change Controls, CAPAs, and Deviations as required.
• Manage freight coordination, document preparation for MOH approvals, and shipment follow‑up in applicable cases.
• Update SAP with delivery status, shipping documents, and final order remarks for full transparency and traceability.
• Support cross‑functional projects and business needs by ensuring procurement aligns with broader operational goals.
• Prepare and submit monthly procurement performance reports (e.g., open PRs, processed PRs/POs, cost savings achieved).

Core Competencies

• Strong ownership, accountability, and results‑driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.
• In-depth understanding of pharmaceutical procurement and industry‑specific requirements.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cross‑functional collaboration capabilities.
• High adaptability and openness to continuous improvement and system upgrades.
• Excellent command of SAP, MS Office, and relevant procurement platforms.
• Solution‑oriented approach with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications & Functional Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or related field.
• Proficient in SAP, MS Office, and procurement tools.
• Sound knowledge of GMP, QMS, and regulatory compliance processes.
• Minimum 5-7 years of procurement experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry preferred.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visitwww.Julphar.netto read more about us and the journey of Julphar