Position Summary

The Assistant Manager Procurement will drive procurement activities for CDMO and Pharma Intermediates projects, leveraging chemistry knowledge to source specialized raw materials and intermediates across the India/APAC/ROW region.
The role focuses on managing tail spend (low-value, high-volume purchases) categories through supplier identification, qualification, and performance management, ensuring cost efficiency, quality compliance, and timely delivery.

Key responsibilities include optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), coordinating with global teams, supporting negotiations, and ensuring effective supply chain execution for project needs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Support CDMO project procurement by sourcing chemical raw materials, intermediates, reagents, and consumables using chemistry knowledge.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers for tail-spend and specialized chemical categories across the India/APAC region.
• Conduct supplier qualification and performance assessments in collaboration with Quality and Technical teams.
• Manage tail spend procurement through strategic consolidation, cost optimization, and process improvements.
• Establish and maintain a competitive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for assigned categories.
• Handle sourcing enquiries from global CDMO and Pharma Intermediates teams, ensuring timely and efficient responses.
• Support commercial negotiations, supplier contracts, and logistics coordination to ensure on-time project delivery.
• Collaborate with R&D, Process Development, and Manufacturing teams to align sourcing strategies with project and technical requirements.
• Monitor market trends, supply risks, and alternative sourcing opportunities related to chemical intermediates and CDMO operations.
• Continuously scan the India/APAC market to identify niche suppliers, new products, and alternative sources for competitive advantage.

Education

• BSc/MSc (Chemistry) / BTech/MTech in Chemical Engineering OR Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in Chemistry from reputed institutions
• MBA in Supply Chain or Marketing is an advantage but not mandatory

Experience

• 5 to 6 years in global sourcing & procurement roles, with experience leading sourcing and logistics operations across Indian & global markets
• Pharma intermediate and/or Specialty Chemicals industry and product supply chain experience
• Strategic Sourcing knowledge and implementation experience
• Understanding of best global practices in industry supply chain

Functional/Technical Competencies & Skillsets

• Apply strong chemistry knowledge to identify suitable products, processes, and CDMO suppliers efficiently.
• Combine quick execution with strategic thinking to achieve sourcing goals.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with global stakeholders, verbally and in writing.
• Show curiosity, adaptability, and a strong willingness to learn.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Behavioral Competencies

• Customer intimacy: Ability to understand what value your customer wants and how you can deliver it.
• Simplify & act with urgency: Critique existing systems for ease of implementation and be responsive.
• Global mindset: Ability to influence multicultural individuals and teams.
• Act as owner: Demonstrate ownership of decisions and resources to drive business outcomes.
• Adapt to change: Comfort working in a rapidly changing environment with a positive attitude.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

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