Global Procurement Manager

Hyper Recruitment Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Global Direct Procurement Manager to join a global pharmaceutical company in Berkshire. This role involves managing supplier relationships and leading strategic sourcing activities within the procurement of active pharmaceutical ingredients and raw materials. Candidates should have a relevant degree and extensive industry experience in procurement. This position presents a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to business continuity and innovation within the pharmaceutical supply chain.

Qualifications

• Extensive industry experience in procurement or sourcing within the pharmaceutical or similar industry.
• Working knowledge and practical experience with procurement strategies and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic suppliers and build long-term strategies.
• Lead global strategic sourcing activities across functions.
• Develop supplier relationships to ensure security of supply.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Strategic sourcing

Education

Relevant degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical company, is seeking a Global Direct Procurement Manager to join their team in the Berkshire area. This role is integral to the efficient and effective procurement of active pharmaceutical ingredients, chemical raw materials, excipients, components, and packaging to support both commercial products and new product developments. As the Global Direct Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, market assessments, and ensuring business continuity plans are in place.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Your duties as the Global Direct Procurement Manager will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows :

1. Ensure effective management of strategic suppliers with a view to building long-term strategies.

2. Implement and lead global strategic sourcing activities in partnership with relevant functions such as Supply, Quality, Manufacturing, R&D, and Regulatory.

3. Independently manage and develop supplier relationships to ensure security of supply, supplier performance, and innovation.

4. Design, implement, and maintain accurate and reliable spend and savings reporting with respect to projects and suppliers.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS :

To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Global Direct Procurement Manager, we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history :

1. Relevant degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or other related fields.

2. Extensive industry experience in procurement or sourcing within the pharmaceutical or similar industry.

3. A working knowledge and practical experience with procurement strategies, tactics, negotiations, and contracting skills.

Key Words :

Global Direct Procurement Manager / Pharmaceutical Procurement / Supplier Management / Strategic Sourcing / Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients / Chemical Raw Materials / Excipients / Packaging Procurement / Business Continuity Plans / Supply Chain Management / Procurement Strategies

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the Life Science sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.