Job Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, new product development for bio pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Support New Product Development (NPD) by identifying and sourcing new materials, excipients, and packaging components.
- Source and procure Reference Listed Drugs (RLDs) for formulation development, analytical studies, and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings.
- Ensure uninterrupted material availability while optimizing inventory levels.
- Work closely with R&D, QA, QC, Regulatory Affairs, Production, and Supply Chain teams.
- Create and manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and vendor master data in SAP.
- Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where required.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with GMP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical raw materials, APIs, excipients, packaging materials, and vendor management.
- Experience in sourcing RLDs and supporting NPD projects.
- Hands-on experience with SAP (MM module preferred).
Qualification & Experience:
- B. Tech / B. Pharm or any relevant qualifications
- 8 - 14 years of diverse experience in Biopharma or Pharmaceuticals industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
