Senior Executive - Procurement role focused on Supplier Management for pharmaceutical products at Orion Pharma. Position based in Mumbai/Hyderabad with responsibilities across inventory and supplier management.
Responsibilities
Purchase Order Management (Purchase to Pay)
Inventory Management
Supplier Management
Creation and Maintenance of SAP masters
Responsible for ensuring timely delivery and availability of Indirect Procurement (e.g., laboratory and factory consumables, maintenance, IT, services, framework orders) as a primary focus along with coordination and support for Direct Procurement including Packaging Materials / APIs / Excipients / Chemicals.
Accurate demand supply analysis of the products and conversion of confirmed demand to purchase order with suppliers.
Regular follow up with suppliers for timely delivery
Accurate flow of information to all relevant members of the organization
Resolution of issues within given timelines
Creating and maintaining SAP masters like material master/Info record etc as per requirement
MIS reports creation
Overall Supplier Management Responsibility for operational task:
Securing service level and optimal stock level
Responsibility for operative purchasing process flow for certain suppliers
Forecast updates
Orders (purchase orders, re-scheduling and stock transfers)
Delivery follow-up with supplier
Invoicing process
Logistics coordination
To be main point of contact for operative tasks both towards the supplier and internally within Orion:
Participation in internal cross-functional meetings related to operative purchasing issues
Providing timely information internally regarding product availability
Supporting the Manager responsible for Supplier and category management and development
Maintaining and updating (when necessary) SAP Masters information for purchased products
Requirements
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical procurement, with primary responsibility for Indirect Procurement (e.g., laboratory and factory consumables, maintenance, IT, services, framework orders) and hands-on experience in Direct Procurement including Packaging Materials / APIs / Excipients / Chemicals and Finished Products, preferably for EU / US markets.
Experience with SAP / S/4HANA or similar ERP systems is highly desirable.
Experience or awareness of using AI-driven tools to support procurement efficiency, reporting, or decision-making will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of EU requirements and ICH guidelines is desired.
Excellent English communication skills (both verbal & written) and Good Interpersonal Skills.
Task oriented with learning attitude
Logical and analytical ability
Ability to work in team and flexibility to adapt to change
Proactive with a desire to learn
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Benefits
An excellent opportunity to work in an inspiring & important role in the area of Supplier Management
Great opportunity to become part of the wholly owned subsidiary of globally operating Orion Group
Possibility to utilize your own strengths with the support of the professionals
Flexible, high-spirit working environment where your skills are appreciated
Good work-life balance
Clear, transparent processes and responsible supervisors are our benefits to the personnel
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