Procurement Manager

TAPI; Greater Noida; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,400,000; Full time

Job summary

TAPI in India is seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to drive strategic sourcing, supplier development, and cost optimization across raw materials and solvents. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure QOTIF delivery, and manage supplier relationships in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

The role requires 7–10 years in pharma procurement, preferably R&D procurement, and a background in chemical engineering or chemistry.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in procurement, preferably in R&D procurement within a mid-to-large pharmaceutical organisation.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degrees as stated in Education section.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers for raw materials, solvents, and reagents.
• Ensure QOTIF delivery by procuring inputs that meet targets and prevent stock-outs.
• Procure materials with planning team to minimise non-moving stock and meet annual inventory targets.
• Drive cost reduction through market insights and supplier negotiations.
• Monitor supply markets to ensure supply security and maintain multiple approved sources.
• Lead SRM programs with selected suppliers and ensure regulatory compliance in procurement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Multitasking

MS Office

ERP systems

Education

B.Tech Chemical Engineering

M.Sc Chemistry

Management or Materials Management qualification

Job description

At TAPI, we're not just a company—we're a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world's leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we're shaping the future of health worldwide.

Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development: Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers for raw materials, solvents, and reagents. Foster supplier alignment with TAPI's global strategic direction and local business unit expectations through periodic visits and continuous improvement activities.
• Quality, On-Time, In-Full (QOTIF) Delivery:Ensure procurement of input materials meets established QOTIF targets to prevent stock-outs at site locations. Manage rejections proactively to avoid recurrence and maintain supply continuity.
• Inventory & Materials Planning:Work closely with the planning team to procure materials at the right time and quantity, minimising non-moving stock accumulation. Meet year-on-year inventory level targets whilst managing the procurement process end-to-end.
• Cost Reduction & Price Management:Maintain comprehensive understanding of market price trends for raw materials and achieve year-on-year savings targets through strategic procurement initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Supply Chain Security: Monitor local and international supply markets to ensure supply security. Maintain multiple approved sources for all sourced products whilst meeting regulatory compliance requirements.
• Supplier Relationship Management & Compliance:Lead SRM programmes with selected suppliers and ensure reasonable understanding of regulatory requirements relating to procurement, supplier selection, and problem resolution.
• Project Management & Stakeholder Alignment:Lead cross-functional teams to drive consensus on category strategic roadmaps. Manage short, medium, and long-term procurement plans whilst ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education:

• B. Tech (Chemical Engineering) or M. Sc. (Chemistry) or equivalent
• Degree or qualification in General Management or Materials Management (preferred)

Experience:

• 7 to 10 years in procurement, preferably in R&D procurement within a mid-to-large pharmaceutical organisation

Skills Required:

• Strong communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills
• Robust knowledge of procurement fundamentalsProject management and multitasking capabilities
• Expertise in supplier negotiation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems

Additional Information

Make Your Mark with TAPI

Your journey with TAPI is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and inspire, we’re excited to welcome you to our team. Together, let’s shape the future of pharmaceuticals.

Our Commitment

At TAPI, we believe great talent comes from many backgrounds and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage applications from all individuals who share our curiosity, ambition, and values.