Manager: API Sourcing (Pharmaceuticals)

Key Responsibilities: -

• Strategic Leadership in Procurement

  Spearhead end-to-end sourcing of bulk APIs, intermediates, and key raw materials in line with organizational growth objectives.

• Global Vendor Development

  Identify, qualify, and onboard top domestic and international suppliers while ensuring strict adherence to

  GMP, USFDA, EU, and CDSCO

  compliance.

• High-Impact Negotiations

  Lead multimillion-dollar negotiations, structuring contracts and credit terms that deliver

  competitive advantage and supply chain security

  .

• Partnerships & Relationship Management

  Build long-term, trust-based relationships with leading global API manufacturers to secure

  preferential supply access and favorable credit cycles

  .

• Market Intelligence & Risk Mitigation

  Monitor global market trends, regulatory shifts, and pricing dynamics to ensure

  cost optimization, proactive risk management, and dual sourcing strategies

  .

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  Partner with

  QA/RA, Production, Finance, and Regulatory teams

  to align procurement strategies with operational and compliance needs.

• Governance & Documentation

  Ensure all required documentation (DMF, CEP, CoA, COPP, stability data) is in place for seamless approvals and global compliance.

• Leadership & Team Development

  Mentor and guide a team of procurement professionals, fostering a high-performance culture with a focus on

  integrity, efficiency, and excellence

  .

Desired Candidate Profile :-

• Educational Background:

  Graduate / Postgraduate in

  Pharmacy, Chemistry, or Supply Chain Management

  . MBA or additional qualifications in

  Strategic Procurement / International Business

  will be an added advantage.

• Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience

  in

  API procurement

  within reputed Indian or multinational pharmaceutical companies.
• Strong track record in

  domestic and international sourcing

  of APIs, intermediates, and key raw materials.
• Proven experience in handling

  large procurement budgets, high-value negotiations, and global supplier contracts

  .

• Domain Expertise:

• In-depth understanding of

  GMP, USFDA, EU, CDSCO, and ICH guidelines

  .
• Strong knowledge of

  global API markets, credit practices, and supplier ecosystems

  .
• Familiarity with

  import/export regulations, customs, trade compliance, and bulk logistics

  .
• Experience in evaluating

  DMFs, CoA, CEPs, COPP, and other regulatory documentation

  .

• Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic Negotiation Skills:

  Ability to lead high-stakes negotiations, delivering

  cost savings without compromising quality

  .

• Analytical Acumen:

  Expertise in

  landed cost analysis, supplier risk assessment, and market intelligence

  .

• Technology Orientation:

  Hands-on experience with

  ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred)

  , digital procurement tools, and data-driven decision-making.

• Leadership & People Development:

  Proven ability to

  mentor, inspire, and build high-performing procurement teams

  .

• Collaboration & Influence:

  Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with

  QA/RA, Finance, Production, and top management

  .

• Personal Attributes:

• A

  visionary leader

  with the ability to align procurement strategies with long-term business growth.

• Strong global networking skills

  with the ability to build lasting supplier partnerships.

• Resilient and adaptable

  , capable of navigating a fast-evolving global pharma landscape.
• High degree of

  integrity, ethics, and transparency

  in all business dealings.
• Excellent

  communication and presentation skills

  , with the ability to engage at board level and with international stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

• Global Vision, Strong Foundation:

  Join an

  emerging global healthcare enterprise

  headquartered in Mumbai with a bold vision to transform the future of healthcare through

  science, innovation, and sustainable growth

  .

• Strategic Impact:

  This is not just a procurement role it is a

  board-level strategic leadership position

  , shaping the future of our API supply chain and directly influencing

  business growth and global competitiveness

  .

• Innovation-Driven Culture:

  Be part of a company where every product and process is backed by

  cutting-edge research, technology, and uncompromising quality standards

  .

• Leadership Platform:

  You will

  lead high-value global negotiations

  , build long-term supplier partnerships, and drive strategies that secure business continuity across international markets.

• Career Growth & Recognition:

  As we expand our footprint across global markets, you will be at the

  frontline of international business expansion

  , gaining unmatched visibility and recognition.

• Ethics & Values:

  Work in an environment that values

  integrity, collaboration, and excellence

  , ensuring that every decision balances both

  business goals and patient well-being

  .

Application Process :

Interested candidates may share their updated CV at connect@axturelife.com

HR Department

Best Regards