Procurement Manager
3 weeks ago
RoleBackground:
TheProcurement Manager plays a pivotal role within Uniphar Group's Aidand Development business unit. This role is dedicated to ensuringefficient sourcing and procurement of essential medicines andmedical supplies that will be supplied to NGOs, UN organizationsand government bodies in low and middle-income countries. This roleaims to ensure timely, cost-effective, and reliable procurementpractices that align with the company's strategic objectives.
UnipharBackground
Uniphar group is arapidly expanding global healthcare services business with a proudheritage in Ireland. Since IPO in 2019, the group has grown bothorganically and through a series of strategic acquisitions, whichcontinues to strengthen Uniphar's international reach. With aworkforce of over 3000+ spread across Ireland, United Kingdom,Netherlands, Nordics and the USA, Uniphar is a trusted globalpartner to pharma and MedTech manufacturers, working to improvepatient access to medicines around the world.
RoleResponsibilities
- Sourcingstrategies:
- Identify, evaluate,and implement sourcing strategies in regions including India, Chinaand Africa.
- Devise a new strategy for ourexisting range of SRA / UKMHRA approved range ofsuppliers.
- Together with Sales and Operations,determine which products will be sourced for stock keeping at oneor more of Uniphar'swarehouses.
- Categorystrategies:
- Analyze market trendsand create comprehensive category strategies for pharmaceuticals,medical supplies, medical equipment, kits and other goods relatedto humanitarian relief.
- Implement innovativeapproaches to optimize procurement processes within differentcategories.
- CostManagement and Negotiation:
- Drivecost-saving initiatives while maintaining qualitystandards.
- Conduct price negotiations withsuppliers to secure competitive pricing and work with the salesdepartment to select the most cost-effective vendors inquotations.
- Together with a team of procurementexecutives, keep prices updated in our ERP, and/or conduct spotprice negotiations for tenders and RFQs whererequired.
- SupplierRelationshipManagement:
- Cultivate andmaintain strong relationships with existingsuppliers.
- Identify and onboard new suppliers,ensuring alignment with quality and ethicalstandards.
- ContractManagement:
- Oversee contractnegotiations and management, ensuring adherence to terms andappropriate renewals orrevisions.
- Complianceand Risk Management:
- Ensureadherence to regulations and industrystandards.
- Mitigate procurement-related risksand develop contingencyplans.
- ProcessImprovement:
- Continuously assessand enhance procurement processes for increasedefficiency.
- Implement best practices andinnovative approaches to streamlineworkflows.
- PerformanceMonitoring and Reporting:
- Developand maintain KPIs to measure procurementperformance.
- Generate reports providinginsights and recommendations forimprovement.
- TeamLeadership and Development:
- Lead,mentor, and develop a small but high-performing procurement team,which is geographical dispersed (UK/EU andIndia).
- Provide guidance, training, and supportto enhance team capabilities.
KeySkills &Experiences
- ProcurementExpertise: Extensive experience in procurement and supply chainmanagement, particularly within the medical suppliessector.
- Global Sourcing Knowledge:Understanding of sourcing dynamics for generic pharmaceuticals andmedical supplies in regions like India andChina.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to developand execute procurement strategies aligned with organizationalgoals.
- Negotiation Skills: Proficiency innegotiating contracts and terms withsuppliers.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analyticalabilities to assess market trends and make data-drivendecisions.
- Collaboration: Excellentcollaboration skills to work with diversestakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Capacity toaddress complex procurement challenges and find effectivesolutions.
KeyInteractions
- InternalCollaborations: Interact closely with supply chain teams, finance,operations, and project managers to align procurement strategieswith overall business objectives.
- ExternalStakeholders: Engage with suppliers, manufacturers, and logisticspartners to establish and maintain strongrelationships.
CoreCompetencies
- Adaptability:Flexibility to navigate diverse sourcing landscapes and changingmarket conditions.
- Ethical Standards:Commitment to maintaining ethical procurementpractices.
- Resilience: Capacity to handlepressure and manage procurement challengeseffectively.
- Leadership: Ability to leadcross-functional teams and drive procurement initiatives.
Location
- The role is based inthe EU or UK.
- The role be done remotely and/orat one of our offices in London (UK), Dublin (IR) or Lelystad(NL).
- Travel to suppliers, relevant conferencesand exhibitions is required, frequency to bediscussed.
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