Deputy Manager - Procurement

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Procurement Planning:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with production schedules and business goals.
• Plan material requirements proactively in coordination with Production Planning and Control (PPC) to ensure zero stock-outs.

2. Vendor Development & Management:

• Identify, qualify, and onboard reliable vendors for APIs, excipients, and packing materials.
• Build long-term supplier relationships and negotiate competitive terms and conditions.
• Monitor vendor performance on delivery, quality, and compliance.

3. Cost Optimization & Budget Control:

• Drive cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to support strategic sourcing.
• Track procurement budgets and ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.

4. Regulatory & Quality Compliance:

• Ensure all procured materials meet quality, cGMP, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and Regulatory Affairs for documentation, approvals, and vendor audits.
• Maintain compliance for all procurement-related documentation and systems.

5. Operational Coordination:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, QA/QC, Stores, and Finance.
• Manage timely issuance and follow-up of Purchase Orders in SAP/ERP systems.
• Handle material deviations, rejections, and supplier non-conformances efficiently.

6. MIS & Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain procurement reports, supplier evaluation metrics, and material status reports.
• Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and stock ageing for continuous improvement.

Preferred candidate profile

• Education:

  B.Pharm / B.Sc / M.Sc / MBA (Supply Chain / Operations preferred)

• Experience:

   8 -12 years in procurement of APIs, excipients, and packing materials in a regulated formulation plant

• Technical Skills:

• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and strategic sourcing expertise
• Proficiency in ERP/SAP systems
• Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements (USFDA, WHO-GMP, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills