Responsible for timely, quality and cost-effective procurement of pharmaceutical finished goods from reliable third-party manufacturers, while building a robust vendor network to support Unimarcks growth and market demand.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :-
Procure finished goods from qualified and reliable third-party manufacturers.
Identify, evaluate and qualify new vendors in coordination with QA.
Build and maintain a strong, dependable pharmaceutical vendor network.
Ensure timely procurement to prevent stock-outs and sales loss.
Negotiate competitive prices within approved target price bands.
Understand product costing, MOQ, lead times and commercial terms.
Monitor vendor quality, delivery, OTIF and performance.
Develop alternate vendors for critical products and manage supply risks.
Avoid overstocking, expiry and unnecessary working-capital blockage.
Build robust,
long-term vendor relationships through regular meetings and factory visits.
Work closely with Marketing, QA, Finance and Warehouse for seamless supply.
IDEAL CANDIDATE :-
B.Pharm / M.Pharm preferred.
Relevant experience in Pharma Procurement / Purchase / Third-Party Manufacturing / Supply Chain.
Strong existing pharmaceutical manufacturer/vendor network preferred.
Technically sound with positive knowledge of pharma manufacturing, quality and costing.
Strong commercial acumen, negotiation and vendor-development skills.
Excellent communication, follow-up and relationship-management skills.
Own car and willingness to travel extensively across India.