3008 - Senior Manager, Procurement (6-Month FTC)

Theramex; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Private Health Insurance

Pension contribution: 10% company + 5% employee

Cycle to Work Scheme

Engaging employee experience with in‑office events

Job summary

Theramex is looking for a procurement specialist based in London to own category procurement and deliver strategic sourcing initiatives. This role involves building relationships with third-party suppliers and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field and possesses a strong analytical mindset. The position offers a competitive reward package, including hybrid working and private health insurance.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of outsourced GMP manufacturing operations.
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and build relationships across complex environments.
• Experience working cross‑functionally, ideally within an outsourced business model.

Responsibilities

• Own category procurement and deliver strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Lead assessments of supply agreements with third‑party suppliers.
• Provide strategic input into evaluations of new suppliers.

Skills

Strong knowledge of outsourced GMP manufacturing operations

Proven ability to influence and negotiate

Experience working cross‑functionally

Commercially aware with strong analytical mindset

Solid understanding of contracting processes

Extensive experience within regulated industries

Experience in external/third‑party direct procurement

Education

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree (or PhD) in Life Sciences, Engineering, and/or Business

Job description

Location and Overview

London, United Kingdom – Hybrid (3 days per week in-office – St James Park)

At Theramex we are driven by a clear purpose by improving the lives of women around the world through innovative and accessible healthcare. As one of the fastest‑growing global specialists in Women’s Health, we combine the agility of a scale‑up with the impact and ambition of a private‑equity‑backed organisation. Here, your work translates into real‑world outcomes - shaping portfolios, influencing strategic direction, and driving meaningful change for patients. You’ll join a collaborative, high‑performing team that values expertise, encourages fresh thinking, and empowers people to lead with ownership. If you are motivated by purpose, growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, Theramex offers a place where your contribution truly matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree (or PhD) in Life Sciences, Engineering, and/or Business
• Strong knowledge of outsourced GMP manufacturing operations
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and build relationships across complex environments with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Experience working cross‑functionally, ideally within an outsourced business model
• Commercially aware with a strong analytical mindset and problem‑solving capability
• Solid understanding of contracting processes, with the ability to develop and implement supply agreements
• Hands‑on approach with the flexibility to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels
• Extensive experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other highly regulated industries, across areas such as Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Collaboration Management
• Experience in external/third‑party direct procurement, ideally including procurement of finished products and APIs

Responsibilities

• Own category procurement, developing and delivering strategic sourcing initiatives to ensure business continuity, optimise spend, and achieve year‑on‑year cost savings
• Lead the assessment of supply agreements with third‑party suppliers, including contract negotiations, extensions, and amendments in collaboration with Legal
• Provide strategic input into the identification and evaluation of new suppliers in partnership with the wider Operations team, and coordinate RFx processes in close alignment with senior stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with third‑party suppliers to enhance commercial performance across the portfolio
• Maintain and continuously improve procurement processes to ensure consistent, cost‑effective decision‑making
• Represent Procurement internally across the organisation and externally, engaging effectively from operational teams through to senior leadership
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, including relevant regulations, policies, and procedures
• Travel to third‑party suppliers for business reviews, contract discussions, and due diligence activities (up to 20%)

Benefits

• Competitive reward package, including:
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
  • Private Health Insurance for employee and family members
  • Pension contribution: 10% company + 5% employee (auto‑enrolled from day one)
  • Hybrid Working
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Engaging employee experience: in‑office events, shared learning and much more!

Why Join Us

• A fast‑paced environment with broad exposure, giving you opportunities to develop professionally – even outside your core area of expertise
• A culture that supports learning, celebrates success, and recognises performance
• Opportunities for driven and talented professionals to contribute to our exciting journey