Esson Pharma, part of the EssGen group, is looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join our team in Powai, Mumbai. In this role, you will find and buy lab chemicals, reagents, reference standards, impurities and columns for our pharma clients. You will handle a high number of requests every month and work with suppliers in India, Europe and China. Speed matters here: the faster we find the right product at the right price, the more business we win. You will work closely with our logistics team, so this is a work-from-office role.

Role & responsibilities
Handle incoming requests from our sales team quickly and accurately
Find the right product and supplier, and get the price, lead time and availability
Compare offers and negotiate better prices and terms
Build and keep a supplier and price database up to date
Find new brands and suppliers
Work with the logistics team on shipment planning, packaging and documents
Keep clear records and reports





Preferred candidate profile
2+ years in sourcing or procurement of lab chemicals, reagents, reference standards, impurities or columns
Good knowledge of brands, manufacturers and authorised distributors in this market
Understanding of international logistics processes and restrictions: export and import steps, shipping documents, rules for shipping chemicals and export controls
Robust communication and negotiation skills
Valuable spoken and written English
Valuable Excel skills; ERP experience is a plus
Able to work rapid and handle many requests at the same time
Graduate; a science background is preferred
Based in Mumbai, with a manageable commute to Powai

Nice to have
Experience in a pharma R&D; lab sourcing team
Experience with international suppliers or imports

📌 Sourcing Specialist/ Buyer/ Procurement Manager Mumbai
🏢 Esson Pharma
📍 Mumbai