Head of Procurement & Supply Chain
: Job Details :

Job Title

Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

Organization Name

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals

Location

550 South Research Place Central Islip, NY 11722

Employment Type

Full Time - Salaried/Exempt

Salary Range

$175,000 - $200,000

In addition to a fulfilling career and competitive salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to include a 401(k) savings plan and matching, health insurance - medical/dental/vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), paid time off(PTO) - vacation/sick/flex time, paid holidays, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, paid and unpaid family leave, employee discounts, and other benefits.

Work Hours/ Shift/ Remote

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

Position Overview:

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for overseeing the procurement function within Cipla and Invagen, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, services, and capital expenditure required for our pharmaceutical operations across multiple manufacturing sites and CMOs. This role will be developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, identifying cost-savings opportunities and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. The role requires a strong background in procurement within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector along with exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 8-10 years of procurement experience within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to handle ambiguity, strategic thinking and decision making.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to build cross-functional relationships and to interface effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, MSOffice, SAP.
• Sensitivity and understanding of cultural differences and the ability to effectively engage on a global basis.
• Ability to creatively solve business problems at speed, working with a high level of independence.
• Planning and organization skills - Ability to establish work plans, multi-task and prioritize simultaneous initiatives.

Physical Requirements

• Unassisted lifting up to 10 kg may be required.
• Sitting at a desk and/or working at a computer or other 'screen' 75% or greater of an 8-hour period.

Other Information

Weekend or Holiday work may be requested or required. No remote work available. Relocation available.

NOTICE: The posting is for local applicants only - not for those applying for a global assignment and/or for employees working outside of Cipla's U.S. Subsidiaries or Affiliates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cipla USA & its U.S. Affiliates are committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At Cipla, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact ...@cipla.com.

Pre-employment Process

Applicants who receive a conditional offer must satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug testing.

Disclaimer on Pay Ranges

About the Salary/ Pay Range: The salary range mentioned above is an anticipated base salary range for this position. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for benefits and participation in a bonus program based on performance and company results.