GMP Buyer

dedicated and detail-oriented GMP Buyer

Critical Processing Aids (CPAs)

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Key Responsibilities

• Track and Monitor PRs:

  Regularly track and monitor SAP and manual PRs. Convert PRs into POs in collaboration with the sourcing team, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procurement policies.

• Supplier Coordination:

  Coordinate with suppliers on post-PO release activities, including material receipts, payment processing, and issue resolution to ensure timely and efficient operations.

• GMP Compliance:

  Ensure that all procurement activities comply with

  GMP requirements

  applicable to CPAs, maintaining complete documentation and adherence to quality standards.

• Logistics and Taxation Coordination:

  Work closely with logistics and taxation teams to manage consignment pickups and

  Special Economic Zone (SEZ)

  requirements, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

• Internal Stakeholder Coordination:

  Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address CPA-related needs, facilitating communication and alignment across departments.

• Supplier Quality Requirements:

  Coordinate with suppliers to meet the requirements of the quality team, ensuring that all materials and products meet the necessary standards and specifications.

• Open PO Monitoring:

  Monitor open POs and deliveries, track savings, and prepare regular reports to provide insights into procurement performance.

Qualifications and Skills

• Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry. Familiarity with SAP is highly desirable.
• GMP Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of GMP activities and compliance requirements is essential.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to monitor procurement activities, track savings, and prepare detailed reports.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams effectively.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation and compliance with procurement policies.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to procurement activities, material receipts, and supplier coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP procurement modules.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry standards and regulations.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.