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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Procurement Manager in Pharmaceuticals who will be responsible for strategic planning, management, and optimization of procurement processes within the pharmaceutical industry. This role requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical market, regulatory requirements, and the ability to negotiate with suppliers to ensure timely and quality delivery of raw materials, medicines, and other pharmaceutical products.
As a procurement manager, you will be a key figure in the supply chain, responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that support the company's business goals. Your work will include market analysis, identifying reliable suppliers, managing contracts, and monitoring the costs and quality of procured products. You will also collaborate with quality control, regulatory affairs, and production departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.
The ideal candidate has experience in the pharmaceutical industry, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to make decisions in a dynamic environment. If you are proactive, analytical, and results-oriented, this is an opportunity for you to contribute to the growth and success of a pharmaceutical organization.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement procurement strategy
- Negotiate with suppliers and manage contracts
- Monitor market trends and analyze supply
- Manage costs and optimize budget
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with internal departments (production, quality control, logistics)
- Monitor supplier performance
- Manage supply chain risks
- Lead the procurement team
- Report key procurement metrics to management
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- University degree in pharmacy, economics, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, preferably in pharmaceuticals
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and GMP standards
- Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken
- Advanced use of MS Office and ERP systems
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Analytical thinking and decision-making ability
- Experience in team leadership
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Flexibility and ability to work under pressure
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience in pharmaceutical procurement?
- How do you approach supplier negotiations?
- Which ERP systems have you used?
- How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
- Can you describe a situation where you optimized procurement costs?
- How do you manage a team under pressure?
- What metrics do you use to track procurement performance?
- How do you respond to supply chain disruptions?
- What are your key project management skills?
- Why do you want to work for our company?
