Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement

Job Title: Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement                         

Location: Mumbai (Andheri East)

About the Role

As ADVANZ PHARMA continues to strengthen its position as the partner of choice for specialty, hospital, and rare disease medicines, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement to join our Global Procurement team, based in Mumbai.

The Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement, will manage and develop professional relationships and partnerships with third party suppliers of finished goods, materials and services to the company through the creation, development and application of modern alliance management practices. You will act as an ambassador for the Company with the third-party supply community and ensure that a secure supply base for all products and services is created and continually improved. A key focus is to develop focused supply strategies for products, supported with supply agreements / contracts and be able to offer advice and direction to colleagues as required with regard to supply in support of the business both tactically and strategically.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Procurement strategy implementation
• Build effective, professional relationships with selected suppliers.
• Put in place and maintain assigned product category strategies that will inform our supplier network decisions to increase value and mitigate risk.
• Be the point of escalation for any commercial or contractual issue with the manufacturing partners; to agree a resolution plan for each issue and to ensure that this plan is carried out;
• Lead resolution of situations that may arise with supplying partners who have issues with the Company cannot be resolved elsewhere, and to work to a mutually- acceptable outcome.
• Lead contract negotiations or renegotiations with each supplier based on the best outcome for the Company without damaging either the partner or the relationship.
• Work with Supply Chain Management to ensure that supplier performance is monitored in an open and effective manner using appropriate KPIs.
• Aim to achieve or surpass any targets on cost of goods savings that might be agreed.
• Visit key suppliers, or host visits by them to the Company, to an agreed timetable in order to fully review ongoing business, performance, improvement plans and future initiatives.
• Develop and propose a medium and long-term supplier strategy.
• Key Accountabilities:
  • Management of CoGs
  • Work in partnership with all other functions to deliver own objectives.
  • Represent the Company, enhancing its reputation and importance with our suppliers.
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, and take accountability for results.
• Embrace challenge and change, applying a growth mindset approach.
• Have a bias for action and fast decision making.
• Consistent demonstration and embodiment of company core values: Entrepreneurship, Speed, and Integrity.
• Drive the spirit of “One Team” by working collaboratively across all business functions with an open, honest, and respectful cooperation.
• Contribute to making ADVANZ PHARMA a desired place to work.

About You

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference to patients’ lives.

For this role, you will also have the following:

Qualifications: 

• Graduate level (BA/BSc) in relevant subject or equivalent in experience is essential
• Professional Qualification (MCIPS, MILT or similar) is advantageous
• MBA or similar would be preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Significant Pharmaceutical Purchasing / procurement experience, with strong relationship management and contract negotiation skills
• Strong project management skills
• International experience, ideally within Europe
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• A positive and ‘can-do’ approach, biased towards finding solutions and embracing change
• Inspired by our values of entrepreneurship, speed and integrity
• Learning agility and ‘scalability’, with a desire to continuously improve and develop as ADVANZ PHARMA grows
• Work collaboratively across all business functions with an open, honest, and respectful cooperation
• Ability to have fun and thrive in a growing, unique, and inclusive work environment

Why ADVANZ PHARMA?

At ADVANZ PHARMA, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset.

That’s why we are committed to creating an environment where every individual can thrive, contribute, and grow. Here’s what makes ADVANZ PHARMA an exceptional place to build your career:

A Culture of Empowerment and Belonging:

We foster a workplace rooted in continuous learning, inclusivity, and collaboration. Every voice matters, and we strive to ensure our employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Flexibility and Support for Your Wellbeing:

Our agile and flexible working arrangements, paired with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, are designed to support your health, career aspirations, and work-life balance.

Recognition That Inspires:

Through our Rewards and Recognition program, we celebrate the extraordinary contributions of our team members. From outstanding achievements to day-to-day excellence, we make appreciation a cornerstone of our culture.

Global Benefits:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive global benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Our benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, opportunities for career development, and a strong focus on work-life balance:

• Global recognition program
• Employee Assistance program
• Birthday leave
• Annual Wellbeing Day leave  
• Two days Volunteer leave
• Four weeks working from anywhere
• Compassionate leave

• Long Service Award

But don’t just take our word for it: 89% of employees in our Q1 2025 engagement survey would recommend ADVANZ PHARMA as a great place to work.

Apply now, and be part of a team where your growth drives our success!*

*Please include a CV and Cover letter.

ADVANZ PHARMA's Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities:

Our teams are made up of people from all walks of life and backgrounds. We thrive in an environment where uniqueness is celebrated. ADVANZ PHARMA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and prospective employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or other protected classifications to the extent required by applicable laws. In all instances, the company will continue to comply with all local laws governing employment practices. In addition, the company will make reasonable accommodation for any applicant or employee with a disability, both during the application process and on the job, whenever possible.