A global pharmaceutical organisation is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation and is looking to appoint a Procurement Lead to support its Dundee operation.

This is a key appointment within the business and forms part of the Senior Leadership Team. You will lead procurement strategy for the site, drive continuous improvement, implement best practice and support a sustainable long-term future.

This is a strategic procurement role with responsibility across direct materials, indirect spend and selected capex activity. It is not a transactional buying role.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading procurement strategy for the Dundee site aligned to business objectives
• Managing supplier relationships, performance and commercial negotiations
• Ensuring continuity of supply for materials critical to production
• Delivering cost saving and value improvement initiatives
• Driving continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working
• Identifying and mitigating supply chain risk
• Supporting inventory strategy, payment terms and working capital improvement
• Leading or supporting procurement tenders and sourcing projects
• Working cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Operations and Leadership teams
• Playing an active role within the Senior Leadership Team during a period of growth and change

Skill and knowledge required for the role:

• Proven procurement experience across direct materials, indirect and capex spend
• Experience sourcing, negotiating and managing raw materials in a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build successful supplier relationships globally
• Experience operating across an international supplier base
• Knowledge of GMP and FDA manufacturing regulations
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence at senior level
• Ability to identify opportunities and create value across complex supply chains
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Organised, accountable and able to work at pace
• CIPS qualification or working towards would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working - 2 days on-site in Dundee
• 10% bonus
• Private Health Insurance
• Income Protection
• Opportunity to join a growing global business in a high-profile leadership role
• Real scope to shape procurement strategy and performance

If you are a procurement professional who enjoys ownership, visibility and improving how things are done, this is well worth exploring.

Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If commuting, a full UK driving licence is required due to the site’s location.