Purchase Head

Job Description

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Purchase Head to lead the procurement and supply chain operations for our pharmaceutical business . This role will be responsible for strategic sourcing, vendor management, cost optimization, regulatory compliance, and inventory control to ensure an efficient and cost-effective supply chain. The ideal candidate must have deep expertise in pharmaceutical procurement , including Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), excipients, packaging materials, and raw materials , while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement & Sourcing: Develop and implement a pharmaceutical procurement strategy aligned with business and regulatory requirements. Identify, evaluate, and onboard approved pharmaceutical suppliers for APIs, excipients, intermediates, packaging materials, and lab consumables . Conduct market research to identify cost-effective suppliers, alternative sourcing options, and risk mitigation strategies . Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, WHO-GMP, and other regulatory guidelines while sourcing materials. Vendor & Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply chain. Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and supply agreements to optimize costs and ensure long-term partnerships. Monitor supplier performance, audits, and compliance with regulatory standards . Cost Optimization & Budgeting: Implement cost-reduction strategies without compromising on product quality and supply reliability. Work closely with finance teams to manage procurement budgets and forecast purchasing trends . Optimize procurement costs through bulk purchasing, alternative vendor selection, and supply chain efficiency improvements . Inventory & Supply Chain Management: Ensure optimum inventory levels of raw materials, APIs, and excipients to avoid shortages and overstocking. Coordinate with production, R&D, quality control, and warehousing teams for seamless procurement operations. Improve procurement KPIs , including lead times, supplier quality, and cost efficiency . Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure procurement processes adhere to regulatory requirements (US FDA, EU GMP, WHO GMP, CDSCO, etc.) . Implement supplier qualification and risk assessment protocols to maintain high-quality sourcing. Mitigate supply chain risks by ensuring multi-vendor sourcing strategies for critical materials.