Assistant Manager - NPD

• The Assistant Manager Procurement will drive procurement activities for CDMO and Pharma Intermediates projects at Actylis, leveraging chemistry knowledge to source specialized raw materials and intermediates across the India/APAC/ROW region
• The role focuses on managing tail spend (low-value, high-volume purchases) categories through supplier identification, qualification, and performance management, ensuring cost efficiency, quality compliance, and timely delivery
• Key responsibilities include optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), coordinating with global teams, supporting negotiations, and ensuring effective supply chain execution for project needs

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Support CDMO project procurement by sourcing chemical raw materials, intermediates, reagents, and consumables using chemistry knowledge.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers for tail spend and specialized chemical categories across the India/APAC region.
• Conduct supplier qualification and performance assessments in collaboration with Quality and Technical teams.
• Manage tail spend procurement through strategic consolidation, cost optimization, and process improvements.
• Establish and maintain a competitive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for assigned categories.
• Handle sourcing enquiries from global CDMO and Pharma Intermediates teams, ensuring timely and efficient responses.
• Support commercial negotiations, supplier contracts, and logistics coordination to ensure on-time project delivery.
• Collaborate with R&D, Process Development, and Manufacturing teams to align sourcing strategies with project and technical requirements.
• Monitor market trends, supply risks, and alternative sourcing opportunities related to chemical intermediates and CDMO operations.
• Continuously scan the India/APAC market to identify niche suppliers, new products, and alternative sources for competitive advantage.

Requirements

• BSC/MSC (Chemistry)/ BTech/MTech in Chemical Engineering or Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in Chemistry from reputed institutions
• MBA in Supply Chain or Marketing is advantage but not mandatory
• 5 to 6 years in global sourcing & procurement role, with experience leading sourcing and logistics operations across Indian & global markets
• Pharma intermediate and/or Specialty Chemicals industry and products supply chain experience
• Strategic Sourcing knowledge and implementation experience
• Understanding of the best global practices in the industry supply chain