Pharma Procurement Director & EPCM Lead

AtkinsRéalis; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Chief Procurement Manager to lead a Pharma-focused procurement team across multiple U.S. locations, including an Alabama/Virginia mega campus project.

You will guide subcontractor bids, manage contracts, and ensure GMP-aligned procurement schedules while mitigating risk and driving value. Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in procurement, stand-out leadership, and strong supplier governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field with procurement exposure.
• 15+ years of contract/procurement experience in large-scale programs.
• Quantity Surveyor experience is a plus.
• Strong MS Office proficiency and procurement systems knowledge.
• Active membership in procurement/purchasing organizations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement team, mentor staff, and coordinate workload.
• Oversee EPCM procurement and subcontractor bid processes.
• Validate bids, ensure compliance with GMP and client standards.
• Draft and manage contracts and purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier performance and mitigate commercial risk.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, suppliers, and construction to maintain schedules.

Skills

Staff supervision

Vendor management

Bid evaluations

Contract management

Supplier management

Risk management

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Quantity Surveyor experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Chief Procurement Manager to lead a Pharma-focused procurement team across multiple U.S. locations, including an Alabama/Virginia mega campus project.

You will guide subcontractor bids, manage contracts, and ensure GMP-aligned procurement schedules while mitigating risk and driving value. Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in procurement, stand-out leadership, and strong supplier governance.