Operational Procurement Manager

STADA Arzneimittel AG; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Huddersfield is seeking an experienced Operational Procurement Manager. The role involves leading External Supply Operations and ensuring alignment with global strategies. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in operations and a relevant degree. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Annual bonus scheme

Health benefits

Employee assistance programme

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Operations including production and supply chain.
• Proven experience in leading teams effectively.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead UK External Supply Operations providing strategic direction.
• Oversee end-to-end ESO processes from request to payment.
• Develop and maintain an effective governance structure.
• Ensure adherence to ESO governance and mitigate risks.
• Drive goal setting and performance transparency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proactive approach

Continuous Improvement skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a technical or numerical subject

Job description

STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our Consumer Healthcare Marketing Team.

STADA UK Thornton & Ross – Operational Procurement Manager

Huddersfield |U.K.| Full-time | Permanent

We’re looking for an Operational Procurement Manager to support the UK business in aligning global External Supply Operations (ESO) strategy with local execution. This role plays a key part in translating global strategic objectives into actionable priorities for daily operations. You’ll help drive operational performance across ESO functions while coordinating people, processes, and resources to deliver maximum value to both internal stakeholders and end customers.

Your Impact in This Role

• Lead UK External Supply Operations (ESO) for T&R, providing strategic and operational direction.
• Oversee end-to-end ESO processes, including purchase request to payment, project delivery, and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with UK ESO functional leads to drive operational excellence and business growth through inspirational leadership.
• Develop and maintain an effective UK ESO governance structure, covering key processes such as supply review, change control, new product launches (NPL), tech transfers, and KPI tracking.
• Ensure smooth execution and adherence to ESO governance, escalating risks or delays as appropriate.
• Drive goal setting, KPI realization, and performance transparency (e.g. OTIF, LNS, OOS), in alignment with global ESO reviews.
• Act as the primary point of contact for UK ESO operational performance, supporting both local and global stakeholder needs.
• Provide input into S&OP and commercial reporting to flag risks and opportunities early.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including UK Procurement, PMO, and SPS program leads, to align priorities, resources, and strategic planning.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying best practices and promoting capability development across the UK ESO organization.

What We're Looking For

• A degree (or equivalent) in a technical or numerical subject such as Science or Business.
• 10+ years of experience across multiple areas within Operations — including production, quality, supply chain, technical, or continuous improvement.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing people effectively.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification (e.g. Green Belt) is preferred.

Skills & Behaviours

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Pragmatic and proactive approach.
• Continuous Improvement skills, e.g. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to see connections and deal with problems before they arise.
• Actively support and uphold our equal opportunities policy by treating all colleagues with dignity, fairness, and respect.
• Consistently demonstrate and embody the company’s core values in day-to-day work.
• Show a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility across all activities, including site development, equipment investment, process improvements, and training initiatives.

How we care for you

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

Competitive salary, car allowance and annual bonus scheme.

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 8% employer contribution rates.

Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

Health benefits provided through our Vitality Private Medical Insurance.

Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on-site EV charging.

Enhanced Family Leave.

Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.