Role & responsibilities
- Contract Manufacturing Operations: Manage third-party manufacturing (TPM) sites to ensure timely delivery of finished formulations.
- Commercial Negotiations: Negotiate manufacturing costs, batch sizes, payment terms, and supply agreements with vendors.
- New Product Launches (NPL): Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain) for smooth technical transfers and timely commercial launches.
- Supplier Performance Tracking: Track supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) focusing on On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery and Quality Deviation rates.
- Capacity Planning: Conduct quarterly capacity reviews with partners to secure production slots for high-demand formulation lines.
- Sourcing and Procurement: Identify new vendors, evaluate supplier capabilities, and finalize alternate sources for finished products.
- Supply Chain Management: Monitor inventory levels, track order fulfillment, and resolve supply chain bottlenecks with third-party partners.
- Artworks & Packaging: Manage the approval pipeline for country-specific packaging artworks with third-party printers and packagers.
- Quality and Compliance: Ensure third-party partners follow Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory standards.
Preferred candidate profile
- Education: Bachelors or master’s degree in pharmacy (B. Pharm / M. Pharm), or B.Sc. with relevant experience
- Experience: 4 to 8 years of experience in pharma sourcing, third-party manufacturing, or procurement.
- Key Skills: Strong negotiation skills, knowledge of pharma regulatory guidelines, and project management capabilities.
Mandatory requirements
new incumbent must be very proficient in XL data sheet, reports preparing , ppt and MIS report preparation