Department: Procurement (GDSO)

Location: Ahmedabad

Role: Buyer

Designation :Deputy Manager– Packaging Material Procurement

Experience: 5-15 Years (Pharmaceutical Industry Preferred)

Education: Any Graduate; MBA/Post Graduate in Supply Chain, Operations, or related discipline preferred

Key Responsibilities

- Manage procurement of packaging materials for Domestic and Emerging Markets (EMB).
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and ensure effective communication.
- Coordinate vendor qualification activities, including sample procurement, documentation, audits, and quality agreements.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams such as PTC, CQA, IRA, and other stakeholders to support new product development and commercialization activities.
- Participate in regular review meetings and provide updates on material availability and procurement status.
- Ensure timely processing of invoices and GST-related compliance requirements.
- Convert Purchase Requisitions (PR)



into Purchase Orders (PO) within defined timelines and facilitate timely vendor payments.
- Maintain procurement project trackers and prepare monthly MIS reports.
- Identify critical suppliers and implement risk mitigation plans to ensure uninterrupted supply and business continuity.
- Drive cost optimization initiatives by identifying saving opportunities and developing alternate vendor sources.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Experience in packaging material procurement within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Robust negotiation, vendor management, and stakeholder management skills.
- Good understanding of procurement processes, GST compliance, and supply chain operations.
- Proficient in MIS reporting and procurement tracking.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a rapid-paced, cross-functional environment.

📌 Deputy Manager- Procurement (Packing Material) (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Zydus Group
📍 Ahmedabad