Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with production and business needs.
Source and purchase raw materials, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), excipients, packaging materials, medical consumables, equipment, and services.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers to achieve cost optimization.
Ensure timely availability of materials to support production and business continuity.
Vendor Management
Identify, evaluate, qualify, and approve suppliers in coordination with QA and regulatory teams.
Maintain an approved vendor list (AVL) in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Conduct supplier performance reviews and audits where applicable.
Manage supplier relationships and resolve quality, delivery, or commercial issues.
Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure procurement activities comply with GMP and internal quality systems.
Coordinate with QA for supplier qualification, change control, and material deviations.
Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and compliance for all purchased materials.
Inventory & Planning
Coordinate with production planning and stores/warehouse teams for demand forecasting.
Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid shortages, excess stock, or obsolescence.
Monitor shelf-life, FEFO, and regulatory storage requirements.
Cost & Budget Control
Prepare and manage procurement budgets.
Track cost savings, cost avoidance, and procurement KPIs.
Analyze market trends and manage risks related to supply, pricing, and availability.
Coordination & Reporting
Work closely with production, QA, QC, engineering, finance, and warehouse teams.
Ensure accurate documentation including purchase orders, contracts, and vendor records.
Prepare procurement reports and present updates to management.