About the Prospect

Our client is a growth-stage pharma/nutraceuticals manufacturing company experiencing rapid business expansion. The existing procurement team structure (1+3) is under significant stress due to scale-up demands. With a key team member retiring in September 2026, the company is proactively seeking a seasoned procurement leader who can revitalize, restructure, and elevate the department to meet current and future business demands.

This is a leadership and transformation mandate not just a functional role.

Role Purpose

The Head of Procurement will lead the end-to-end procurement function covering raw materials, natural/herbal ingredients, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), chemicals, and packaging materials. The incumbent will be responsible for building a high-performing procurement team, driving cost efficiency, ensuring supply continuity, and managing vendor relationships across India (70%) and international markets (30%).

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement Leadership




- Own and drive the procurement strategy aligned with business growth objectives
- Manage an annual purchase portfolio of approximately 20 Crores across raw materials, packing materials, APIs, natural ingredients, and chemicals
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for India-centric (70%) and international (30%) supply chains
- Lead vendor identification, qualification, negotiation, and long-term relationship management

Team Building & People Leadership
- Inherit and energize the current 1+3 team structure driving performance, capability upgrade, and accountability
- Potentially restructure the team with 2–3 strategic additions to support business growth
- Mentor and develop team members handling specialized categories: natural ingredients, chemicals, and packaging
- Set KPIs, conduct performance reviews, and build a culture of ownership and continuous improvement

Category Management
- Natural & Herbal Ingredients: Sourcing of botanical raw materials, h

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