Procurement Manager- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Full-time

Description

Pharma Tech Industries is looking for a Procurement Manager in the Royston, GA market!

The Strategic Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role focuses on developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier relationship management, and procurement process optimization to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and timely acquisition of goods and services. The Strategic Procurement Manager works closely with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Finance to drive procurement strategies that align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and supply continuity.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials, equipment, and services in line with company objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts, terms, and agreements.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions or improvement plans as needed.

Procurement Operations & Process Optimization

• Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely availability of materials and services for manufacturing and operations.
• Implement best practices for procurement processes ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Drive significant cost savings.
• Negotiate favorable payment terms with suppliers to support working capital goals.
• Lead risk management initiatives, including identification of supply chain risks and mitigation strategies.

Financial & Cost Management

• Monitor procurement budgets, expenditures, and savings opportunities.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and total cost of ownership to inform strategic decisions.
• Support capital project procurement planning and budgeting.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Ensure procurement activities comply with cGMP, FDA, EMA, and other regulatory standards as applicable.
• Maintain proper documentation for supplier qualification, audits, and inspections.
• Support internal and external audits, providing procurement records and supplier compliance documentation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement staff to build a high-performing team.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
• Ad hoc activities as needed.