Purchase Manager

Job Title: Purchase Manager – Pharma Division

Department: Procurement / Supply Chain

Reporting To: Director – Operations

Location: E206,first floor, phase 8b, industrial area, mohali 160055

Job Purpose:

To manage and oversee the end-to-end procurement of pharmaceutical raw materials, packaging materials, and other supplies required for production, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Planning & Strategy
• Develop and implement effective purchase strategies aligned with production plans.
• Forecast material requirements in coordination with the production and planning team.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to avoid stockouts or overstocking.
• Vendor Management
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers (APIs, excipients, packaging, etc.).
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and contracts for cost optimization.
• Conduct vendor audits in collaboration with QA and regulatory teams.
• Purchase Operations
• Issue purchase orders (POs) and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain proper documentation as per GMP / FDA / ISO standards.
• Coordinate with accounts for vendor payments and resolve discrepancies.
• Compliance & Quality
• Ensure all materials meet quality and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with company SOPs, cGMP, and local/international procurement policies.
• Cost Control & Reporting
• Monitor purchase budgets and analyze cost variance.
• Generate weekly and monthly procurement reports for management review.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Collaborate with Production, QA, QC, R&D, and Finance teams for smooth workflow.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical raw materials and packaging materials
• Familiarity with GMP, FDA, and other pharma regulatory norms
• ERP / SAP / Tally or similar procurement system knowledge
• Excellent communication & vendor management skills

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / B.Sc / MBA in Supply Chain or related field
• Experience: 5–10 years in pharma procurement or supply chain management

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹22,549.40 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person