Interim Indirects Procurement Manager - Pharmaceuticals

1st Executive; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy is looking for an Interim Indirects Procurement Manager to join their team in Greater London. This role involves leading strategic sourcing in indirect categories and working with senior stakeholders to deliver value. The ideal candidate should have experience in pharmaceuticals or life sciences procurement, strong negotiation skills, and be available immediately. This 6-month contract has potential for extension and offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Indirect procurement within the Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences sector.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Confidence working in fast-moving, matrix environments.
• Immediate availability and a results-driven, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing across Indirects, including Facilities, IT, Marketing, HR, and Professional Services.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to optimise spend and unlock sustainable savings.
• Navigate compliance, regulation, and complex supplier landscapes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Procurement strategy

Pharmaceutical sector insight

Job description

Interim Indirects Procurement Manager - Pharmaceuticals

Location: Hybrid and London
Duration: 6 months (potential extension)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Interim Procurement leader, ready to make an impact in a world-class pharmaceutical organisation? We're seeking an Interim Indirects Procurement Manager to drive transformation, deliver commercial value, and strengthen supplier performance across key indirect categories.

What You’ll Do

• Lead strategic sourcing across Indirects, including Facilities, IT, Marketing, HR, and Professional Services
• Partner with senior stakeholders to optimise spend and unlock sustainable savings
• Bring clarity and pace to procurement processes amid change and growth
• Apply your pharmaceuticals sector insight to navigate compliance, regulation, and complex supplier landscapes

What You’ll Bring

• Proven track record in Indirect procurement within the Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences sector
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills at all levels
• Confidence working in fast-moving, matrix environments
• Immediate availability and a results-driven, hands-on approach

If interested, please apply now and any questions, email [e-mail]