Procurement Manager – Pharmaceutical Comparator Sourcing (Remote)

About the role

We are seeking a commercially‑minded Procurement Manager to join our growing pharmaceutical sourcing team. The role is pivotal in securing comparator medicines and supporting global clinical‑trial supply projects, ensuring timely and cost‑effective procurement of pharmaceutical products.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with global pharmaceutical suppliers, wholesalers, and manufacturers.
• Source comparator medicines and other pharmaceutical products for clinical‑trial supply projects.
• Negotiate pricing, discounts, and commercial agreements with suppliers.
• Oversee the end‑to‑end ordering process, meeting timelines, quality standards, and specifications.
• Identify supply‑chain risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Expand and optimise the global supplier network through market analysis and supplier identification.
• Monitor procurement performance and sourcing KPIs.
• Collaborate with account‑management teams on client proposals, quotations, and project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with GDP, regulatory requirements, and internal quality processes.

Required profile

• Experience in pharmaceutical procurement, sourcing, supply‑chain or vendor management.
• Strong negotiation and relationship‑management capabilities.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on cost‑saving opportunities.
• Confidence working with internal and external stakeholders across international markets.

Required skills

What we offer

• Exposure to global supply networks and comparator‑sourcing strategies.
• Collaborative team environment with strong professional‑development prospects.
• Clear career progression within a specialist pharmaceutical sourcing function.