Our client, a global organization within the pharmaceutical sector, is looking to add a Procurement Manager to lead a team of buyers. We are looking for a Candidate that has purchased API's and that has been on site at a Manufacturing Site.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of buyers
- Manage procurement/purchasing budget
- Manage new and existing vendor contracts which includes negotiations, and maintaining supply agreements
- Collaborate with the vendor management team to schedule vendor audits as per Health Canada guidelines
- Manage vendor escalations timely and efficiently to ensure zero impact on Production and Business Operations
- Approve purchase orders as per the corporate guidelines and policies
- Responsible for sourcing new vendors; specifically for the Research & Development department
- Responsible for negotiating, obtaining quotes and selecting best suppliers by assessing quality of product and service delivery
- Create just in time supply management system for high volume, non-printed components
- Optimize inventory projections based on open purchase orders, and review safety stock requirements for critical products
- Review monthly inventory level reports and manage inventory of procured material as per corporate guidelines
- Conduct lot sizes analysis on a bi-annual basis for purchased materials to reduce frequency of incoming materials
- Troubleshoot shortages or discrepancies relating to received material in collaboration with accounts payable
- Ensure inventory capacities are managed in collaboration with the Warehouse department
- Lead cross functional teams in resolving Non-Conformance Incidents (NCIs) and Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs), in a timely manner
Required Experience:
- University degree OR post secondary diploma combined with equivalent work experience
- 4-8 years of relevant experience in a procurement role with supervisory experience in a pharmaceutical industry
- Working knowledge of production planning (BPCS / SAP MRP) systems
- Good analytical skills
- Demonstrated negotiation skills
- Working knowledge of purchasing procedures and policies
- Strong multitasking skill with ability to manage multiple projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.