Manager Procurement - Pharma

The Manager Procurement will lead and oversee all procurement activities within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of raw materials, APIs, excipients, packaging materials, engineering spares, and other operational necessities. This role demands maintaining strict adherence to quality, regulatory, and compliance standards while supporting production and business objectives. The position is based in Karachi, Pakistan, and requires close collaboration with multiple departments to optimize procurement processes and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with business goals and production demands.
- Manage sourcing and purchasing of APIs, raw materials, excipients, packaging materials, and engineering supplies.
- Identify, evaluate, and cultivate relationships with reliable local and international suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules to maximize cost efficiency.
- Ensure procurement timelines are met to prevent production delays and stock shortages.
- Coordinate effectively with Production, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Warehouse, Planning, and Finance teams.
- Ensure supplier compliance with pharmaceutical quality standards, GMP requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
- Monitor supplier performance, lead times, quality issues, and procurement key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Manage purchase orders, import documentation, and maintain accurate procurement records.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives and continuously improve procurement processes.
- Track market trends, foreign exchange fluctuations, and raw material price movements to inform purchasing decisions.
- Lead and develop the procurement team to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 to 10 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
- Proven expertise in procuring APIs, raw materials, excipients, and packaging materials.
- Hands-on experience in both local and international sourcing, vendor management, and import procurement.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- An MBA or MS in Supply Chain Management is preferred and will be considered an advantage.
- Competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs. 200,000 to Rs. 250,000.
- The role requires physical presence at the workplace in Karachi.

Key Competencies:
- Strategic procurement and sourcing skills.
- Strong supplier relationship management.
- Effective negotiation and cost optimization abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical supply chains.
- Expertise in inventory and material planning.
- Familiarity with import and export documentation processes.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to contribute to a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company by ensuring seamless supply chain operations and supporting the company’s growth through strategic sourcing and supplier management.