PROCUREMENT BUYER

Position Description: Position Summary:The Procurement Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process for raw materials, excipients, packaging components, equipment, and services required for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role combines transactional purchasing with strategic sourcing and supplier management to ensure uninterrupted supply, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency. The Procurement Buyer works closely with cross-functional teams — including Planning, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Production — to support production schedules, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:•\tSource, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, excipients, packaging components, equipment, and services in compliance with cGMP, FDA, and company quality standards.•\tManage the full procurement cycle from request to purchase order issuance, delivery follow-up, and invoice reconciliation.•\tDevelop and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate performance, and implement improvement plans where necessary.•\tParticipate in supplier selection, qualification, and approval processes in collaboration with Quality and Regulatory teams.•\tLead price negotiations and contract discussions to secure competitive terms while ensuring quality and supply reliability.•\tMonitor and analyze market trends, lead times, and supplier capabilities to identify cost reduction and risk mitigation opportunities.•\tCollaborate with Production and Planning to forecast material requirements and ensure on-time availability while maintaining optimal inventory levels.•\tSupport new product development by sourcing new materials, packaging components, and technologies.•\tEnsure all procurement activities comply with internal SOPs, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements.•\tMaintain accurate procurement records, supplier documentation, certificates of analysis, and contracts in ERP or procurement systems.•\tContribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing procurement processes, supplier performance, and overall supply chain efficiency.QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRED SKILLS: •\tBachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).•\t3+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.•\tStrong knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and other relevant regulatory requirements.•\tProven negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.•\tProficiency with ERP or MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.•\tExcellent analytical skills with attention to detail and compliance.•\tAbility to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.