Pharma Parallel Imports Buyer – Trading & Sourcing

Uniphar Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Junior Buyer role at Uniphar is to support the Trading & Parallel Imports Manager in sourcing, pricing, and managing parallel-imported pharmaceutical products for the Irish market. You will assist with supplier administration, market research, pricing analysis, order management, and product availability tracking to help deliver a competitive portfolio that supports achieving budget.

Working within the RX & OTC Commercial team, you will provide day-to-day support across PI buying activities,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in buying, procurement, supply chain or a similar support role is desirable.
• Interest in pharmaceutical procurement and regulated supply chains.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to compare pricing, product data and supplier information accurately.
• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Good communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving, regulated environment while managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering the parallel import procurement plan
• Support day-to-day buying activities, supplier communications and pricing analyses
• Monitor market conditions, currency impacts and regulatory updates
• Assist with demand forecasting, stock planning and purchase order follow-up
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Uniphar to support product availability and commercial delivery

Skills

Buying

Procurement

Supply chain

Commercial admin

Market research

Pricing analysis

Supplier management

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Supply Chain

Life Sciences

Pharmacy

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Junior Buyer role at Uniphar is to support the Trading & Parallel Imports Manager in sourcing, pricing, and managing parallel-imported pharmaceutical products for the Irish market. You will assist with supplier administration, market research, pricing analysis, order management, and product availability tracking to help deliver a competitive portfolio that supports achieving budget.

Working within the RX & OTC Commercial team, you will provide day-to-day support across PI buying activities,