Interim Indirects Procurement Manager - Pharmaceuticals

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

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Interim Indirects Procurement Manager. You will lead strategic sourcing across various indirect categories, optimize spend, and navigate compliance and supplier landscapes. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in indirect procurement within the pharmaceutical sector, strong negotiation skills, and can thrive in fast-paced environments. This is a hybrid role with a duration of 6 months, with an ASAP start date.

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.

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

Indirect procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Operational insight in pharmaceuticals

Adaptability in fast-moving environments

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]