Manager/ Senior Manager Procurement-Pharma

Unlock Business Consulting India; Sanand; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Unlock Business Consulting India is seeking a Manager Procurement to lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement across Pharma, Chemical, Food, and Aqua product businesses. You will partner with Manufacturing, QA, Planning, Finance, Logistics and Commercial teams to optimize cost, risk, and supply continuity.

The role requires 8–15 years of experience in procurement/strategic sourcing, with strong exposure to pharma/chemical environments and ERP/SAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business.
• MBA / Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain / Operations preferred.
• 8–15 years of progressive experience in Procurement / Strategic Sourcing.
• Strong exposure to Pharma and/or Chemical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for direct and indirect materials and services across Pharma, Chemical, Food and Aqua segments.
• Own and execute strategic sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, plant operating materials, tolling partners, and logistics.
• Drive supplier qualification, onboarding, performance, and risk management.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation skills

Supplier risk management

GMP knowledge

ERP / SAP

Stakeholder management

Analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business

MBA / Postgraduate in Supply Chain / Operations preferred

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Position

Manager Procurement

The Manager Procurement is responsible for leading the end-to-end strategic sourcing and procurement for direct and indirect materials and services across Pharma, Chemical, Food and Aqua product businesses. The role is accountable for supplier strategy, cost optimization, risk mitigation, compliance, process excellence, and team leadership, ensuring uninterrupted supply, competitive cost structure, and regulatory adherence. The incumbent will act as a key business partner to Manufacturing, Quality, SC Planning, Finance, Logistics, and Commercial teams, while driving procurement maturity aligned with CLIENT.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Own and execute strategic sourcing strategies for:

• Raw materials, intermediates, solvents and chemicals
• Packaging materials (primary & secondary)
• Plant operating materials, spares, consumables (MRO)
• Tolling partners sourcing & management
• Logistics, warehousing, CHA, freight, and other services

Develop category strategies, supplier roadmaps, and long-term sourcing plans aligned with demand, risk, and cost objectives.

Identify alternate suppliers, geographies, and make‑vs‑buy opportunities to enhance resilience.

Supplier, Vendor & Toller Management

Lead supplier identification, qualification, onboarding, and rationalization.

Drive supplier performance management (cost, quality, delivery, service, compliance).

Manage strategic tollers and service providers including contracts, capacity commitment, and performance reviews.

Partner with QA/Regulatory for vendor audits, approvals, and requalification requirements.

Manage supplier risk including single‑source exposure, force majeure, capacity, and regulatory risks.

Procurement Planning & Execution

Translate demand and supply plans into robust procurement plans aligned with production and inventory targets.

Ensure timely availability of critical materials while balancing inventory, working capital, and service levels.

Monitor lead times, MOQ constraints, shelf‑life, and regulatory dependencies.

Work closely with Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams for execution readiness.

Cost Optimization & Commercial Excellence

Lead commercial negotiations, rate contracts, LTAs, and strategic agreements.

Drive structured cost optimization initiatives across materials and services (should‑costing, indexation, value engineering, alternate sourcing).

Track raw material price movements, market indices, and industry trends.

Deliver measurable savings while safeguarding quality, compliance, and supply continuity.

Compliance, Quality & Regulatory Alignment

Ensure procurement processes comply with GMP, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards relevant to Pharma, Chemicals, Food & Aqua segments.

Own procurement documentation including MSDS, CoA, specifications, change controls, and import/export compliance inputs.

Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits with complete documentation and traceability.

Embed compliance‑first mindset across suppliers and procurement operations.

Process Development & Continuous Improvement

Design, implement, and continuously improve procurement processes, SOPs, and governance frameworks.

Drive standardization, automation, and ERP discipline (SAP / ERP systems).

Establish clear procurement KPIs, dashboards, and MIS for leadership reporting.

Identify inefficiencies and lead cross‑functional improvement initiatives.

Risk Management & Business Continuity

Proactively identify supply, cost, and compliance risks.

Build and maintain risk mitigation plans including alternate sourcing, buffering strategies, and contingency planning.

Actively support crisis response and supply assurance during disruptions.

Team Leadership & Capability Building

Structure, lead, coach, and develop the procurement team.

Set clear goals, performance expectations, and capability development plans.

Build a high-ownership, data‑driven, and compliance‑oriented procurement culture.

Act as escalation point and mentor within the sourcing and procurement function.

Stakeholder & Leadership Engagement

Act as primary procurement interface with Manufacturing, QA, Planning, Finance, Logistics, Commercial and Leadership teams.

Provide management‑level reporting, insights, and recommendations to APAC & global leadership.

Represent procurement in S&OP / IBP, reviews, and strategic discussions.

Reporting & Analytics

Maintain procurement MIS, dashboards, and cost analysis reports

Track KPIs such as cost savings, supplier performance, and lead time

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Education

Bachelors degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business

MBA / Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain / Operations preferred

Experience

8–15 years of progressive experience in Procurement / Strategic Sourcing

Strong exposure to Pharma and/or Chemical manufacturing environment

Proven experience managing direct & indirect procurement, tolling, and services sourcing

Core Skills & Competencies

Strategic sourcing & category management

Strong negotiation and commercial acumen

Supplier & risk management expertise

Cost optimization & value engineering mindset

Strong understanding of GMP, regulatory & quality systems

ERP / SAP proficiency and strong analytical capability

Stakeholder management across senior levels

Structured problem-solving and execution focus

Integrity, compliance-first and ownership mindset

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes