Direct Material Sourcing: Procure Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), excipients, and primary/secondary packaging materials, ensuring compliance with all cGMP/pharmacopeial standards.
Engineering/CAPEX Procurement: Manage the end-to-end procurement of capital equipment, plant machinery, utilities (HVAC, WTP), and engineering services for facility projects and maintenance.
Vendor Management: Identify, qualify, and manage a robust base of local and international suppliers. Conduct vendor audits and negotiate long-term contracts for critical materials and services.
Cost & Compliance: Lead price negotiations, drive cost savings, and maintain all procurement documentation as audit-ready to meet regulatory requirements (e.g., US FDA, EU EMA).
Logistics & Inventory: Collaborate with Supply Chain/Warehousing to manage procurement schedules, lead times, and inventory levels to prevent manufacturing disruptions.