Head of Commercial

4 days ago

BurtononTrent Staffordshire, United Kingdom Clinigen Full time

Clinigen is a rapidly growing global specialty pharmaceutical and services company with a unique combination of businesses. Our divisions operate in a complex global regulatory environment and ensure that vital medicines are delivered securely on time and wherever they are needed in the world.
We are currently 1,100 people headquartered in the UK with global offices in the US, EU, JAPAC and South Africa. To support our growth, we are seeking a results-driven and strategic Direct Procurement Manager who will work as part of the Sourcing & Procurement Capability and play a pivotal role overseeing the purchasing and procurement process for medicines. You will lead a team of buyers and will work to implement procurement strategies, supporting inventory service level excellence and developing excellent operational relationships with key Vendors for Clinigen’s Direct Spend and will provide strategic advice and guidance to Senior Management.

Procurement Strategy
Develop and maintain strategies to successfully deliver cost savings as well as cost avoidance and efficiencies in the procure-to-pay cycle
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, make strategic decisions and implement best practices within the purchasing function
Develop and maintain procurement metrics to track performance, identify areas for improvement and report on purchasing effectiveness
Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics, cost savings and risks and opportunities within the supply lifecycle including taken measures to senior management
Work closely with relevant product/portfolio supply teams to monitor inventory levels, analysing demand patterns and implementing inventory management strategies to manage stock levels and avoid shortages or excesses
Work closely with Strategic Sourcing Director on risks, opportunities and management of Supplier Performance
Monitor and improve the end-to-end purchasing journey, from signalling demand to “on the shelf” availability, including improved comms to internal stakeholders
Engage relevant Commercial and Sourcing teams to maintain and improve market pricing profitably, mitigating potential profit loss from increasing cost of goods
Contribute to annual and three-year strategic planning with respect to assigned projects and partnerships
Management and improvement of all Purchasing KPIs

Purchasing KPIs
~ Measure Supply Problems and track management performance of these especially for CORE products
~ Measure backorders as a result of stock availability (OOS) , split by Business Line and put in place plans to improve KPI through better purchasing tactics
~#Supply Chain Operations
Ensure absolute supply chain integrity and security
Plan and execute process enhancements to improve operational efficiencies relating to product sourcing and procurement
Maintain quality standards
Stay updated on regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing activities
Oversee the Buying Operations to ensure we are buying in the most ethical, compliant and cost-effective manner and meeting customer expectations
Advocate for alignment to the Clinigen ESG targets, such as reducing climate change impact (emissions) and responsible use of resources (recycling/re-using) as a direct result of purchasing strategies

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders ensuring that all regulatory, quality, financial and logistical aspects of ordering medicines are adhered to ensuring all aspects are managed effectively to minimise delays.
Management of inbound Controlled drug applications to the Home Office for non-stocked products and subsequent order management.
Minimise working capital outlay on non-stocked products by ensuring the most efficient methods of ordering products are considered which will include taking into account supplier price breaks/rebates, logistic costs (inbound) and warehouse costs.
Seek cost efficiencies for inbound carriage and packaging through consolidation and other tactics.
Lead, manage, coach, and develop the Procurement Operations team
Achievement of agreed department, team and project KPIs
Working collaboratively and cross functionally within Clinigen to ensure all teams contribute to the excellence of service delivery
Significant and demonstrable experience within a pharma purchasing environment & vendor management required
~ In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices
~Demonstrable commercial acumen – through thorough analysis, planning and execution
~ Proficient in use of web-based IT systems and Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Project
~ Previous experience of Oracle ERP systems
~ Flexible and adaptable to changing situations
~ Excellent relationship management, networking and interpersonal skills
~ Working knowledge of global and EU procurement rules and legislation


27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
~ Discretionary Bonus Scheme
~ Pension contributions 5% matched
~ Life assurance 4 x annual salary
~ Flexible Benefits Platform with £25/month Company contribution
~ Annual salary review
~ Independent financial advice service
~ Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme
~ Shopping discounts with retailers
~ Long service awards
~ Recognition scheme & employee of the year awards

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