Senior Procurement Manager

Job Title: Head – Procurement (Senior Manager / AGM Level)

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Job Purpose:

To lead and manage the entire procurement function, including centralized sourcing for all plant and office locations. The role ensures the timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of raw materials, APIs, excipients, packaging, engineering items, and indirect materials, supporting uninterrupted operations, strong vendor networks, and adherence to quality and regulatory standards — with an emphasis on dermatology product lines.

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Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Planning:

• Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with business and manufacturing goals.
• Forecast and plan material requirements in coordination with production, planning, and sales teams.
• Drive cost savings initiatives while ensuring uninterrupted supply chains.

Centralized Procurement Oversight:

• Manage centralized procurement operations across all manufacturing plants and corporate/office locations.
• Standardize procurement policies and processes across sites for improved efficiency, compliance, and cost control.
• Monitor site-specific procurement needs and ensure alignment with centralized procurement plans.

Vendor Management & Development:

• Identify, evaluate, and manage a robust network of qualified suppliers, especially for APIs, excipients, and dermatology-specific ingredients.
• Lead negotiations, develop strategic supplier partnerships, and conduct periodic vendor audits.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements through regular supplier assessments.

Operational Procurement:

• Oversee daily procurement of direct and indirect materials, capital goods, and engineering spares.
• Coordinate closely with QA/QC, Stores, and Production to ensure timely delivery and acceptance of materials.
• Support new product development with sourcing of specialized and innovative ingredients.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure adherence to all applicable pharma regulations and guidelines (GMP, WHO, USFDA, CDSCO, etc.).
• Maintain procurement documentation including contracts, POs, vendor records, and audit logs.

Inventory & Cost Management:

• Collaborate with inventory and finance teams to manage optimal stock levels and minimize working capital.
• Analyse purchase price variances, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Act as the procurement point of contact for all business units including Manufacturing, QA/QC, R&D, Finance, Sales & Marketing and Admin and for all office locations.
• Engage with leadership on procurement planning, risk mitigation, and business continuity strategies.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing procurement team.
• Build capabilities in vendor negotiation, compliance, analytics, and strategic sourcing.

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Key Skills & Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical procurement practices (formulations, APIs, packaging)
• Strong understanding of dermatology formulations and material sourcing
• Experience managing centralized procurement across multiple locations
• Regulatory compliance awareness (GMP, FDA, CDSCO, etc.)
• Strong vendor negotiation and contract management skills
• ERP knowledge (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills

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Preferred Background:

• 15–20 years of experience in Pharmaceutical procurement
• Proven track record in centralized procurement management
• Strong preference for candidates with exposure to Dermatology-focused companies
• Experience in both domestic and international sourcing

Let’s connect the right talent with the right opportunity.

Know anyone who might be interested? Referrals are welcome!

hrhead@canixalife.com

Subject Line: Application for Head – Procurement Role