• Develop procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead sourcing initiatives and negotiations with vendors.
• Analyze suppliers, markets, and risk to recommend best sourcing options.
• Manage key supplier business reviews and contractual relationships.
• Overseeing the tendering, bidding, evaluation, and supplier selection process.
• Conducting spending analysis to identify savings opportunities.
• Managing and mentoring a team of procurement specialists and buyers.
• Monitoring supplier performance metrics and contractual obligations.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for direct and indirect materials.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, including GMP regulations, GDP guidelines, and other pertinent industry standards.
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and industry developments
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field• A master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a related field is preferred.• Expert knowledge of sourcing best practices and market conditions• Leading RFP processes, vendor negotiations, and contract management.• Building relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.• Managing procurement teams and mentoring junior buyers.• Implementing procurement technology solutions• Negotiation, persuasion, and influencing skills.