Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager - Newtown, PAThe Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's procurement team and will be responsible for all MRP, MRO and R&D procurement activity. The candidate must show demonstrated results in supplier negotiation and plant cost savings and containment it pertains to procurement. Additionally, the candidate must optimize existing policies and procedures and implement department metrics to target and report against site value-add procurement goals.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and execute purchasing strategies by leading the purchasing team for all direct, indirect, operations and R&D procurement requirementsLead competitive bid process according to corporate policy. Deliver highest value/least-total-costLead supplier negotiationsAssist Supply Chain Director with ad hoc projects and reports as required to support business and site objectivesPurchases inventory, consumables, and services in accordance with company policiesEnsures best value is received on all purchasesCommunicate with vendors/suppliers for availability, ordering, price negotiation and order follow upEnsures all needs of the facility are purchased so that business can run efficiently with minimal downtimeGenerates purchase orders based on reorder points set in inventory management systemPeriodically reviews reorder points to ensure they are adequateRecommends promotional, seasonal, and opportunistic buys outside the reorder pointsUses all resources available to ensure just in time inventory whenever possibleWorks with warehouse and retail management team to ensure adequate stocking spaceSelects which suppliers the company will work with and initiates relationshipMaintains vendor relationships ensuring best pricing and order preference is receivedCoordinate both domestic and international shipments with various freight companiesStays current in the industry and ensures facilities are stocked with innovative products in demand by our customersReviews turns and eliminates stock before inventory trends are downMinimizes obsolete and clearance inventory through quick response to market trendsProvides analytics to managementKnowledge of company's mission, purpose, and goalsAbility to operate office equipment in a safe and effective manner - telephones, computer, printer, fax, scanner.Processing in SysproSourcing and procuring raw material, packaging components, information, and any relative documents for new drug products in the most efficient manner.Coordinating with members of the R&D department to ensure their requests are satisfied in a timely manner.Managing any related information for new drug products.Other duties as required or delegatedEducation and Experience:Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, accounting or related field preferredMinimum 5 years of purchasing experience in a cGMP regulated pharmaceutical industry preferredStrong reading, writing, and communication skills requiredMust be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentSelf-motivated and exceptional organizational skillsAbility and willingness to work cooperatively with othersKnowledge of Microsoft Office products and telephone protocolHigh degree of discretion dealing with confidential information

Created: 2025-09-25