This job is with MSD, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Job Description Senior Specialist, Procurement Direct Materials Procurement is responsible for the development and implementation of all supplier management strategies and initiatives, improving supply chain resiliency and redundancy, and driving improvements in cost, supplier performance and working capital, in support of manufacturing and supply of our company products. Strategic Supplier Management is a rigorous, data-driven methodology which relies upon high quality market intelligence for suppliers, supply markets and supply chains, as well as strategic analysis and reporting of internal business requirements, supplier performance, spend and savings data. The candidate will actively engage in the interphase between Research and Manufacturing by providing supporting strategic sourcing solutions during the development of current Pipeline Products. General Responsibilities:



Responsible to collect and present market trends and dynamics, competitive environment and industry best practices to assist in the creation of the sourcing strategy especially focused on the small molecule areas-solvents, raw materials, reagents, API starting materials and intermediates. Conduct detailed market analyses looking at facts and data with the objective of providing deep and meaningful insights Implement procurement strategies and execute tactical procurement processes. Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and support relationships with contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) and suppliers. Negotiation & Contracting: Negotiate pricing, supplier contracts, and service agreements to control costs and secure favorable terms. Risk Mitigation: Implement strategies to prevent supply chain disruptions. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D;, manufacturing, operations, analytical, qualit

📌 Senior Specialist, Procurement (Telangana)
🏢 Msd
📍 Telangana