Strategic Sourcing Specialist – API Raw Materials & Intermediates (Polpharma’s India team in Mumbai)

Work model: On-site Location: Polpharma India Private Limited, Thane (Maharashtra) As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist , you will be responsible for building and executing sourcing strategies for intermediates and raw materials used in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) production . The role plays a key part in securing cost-efficient, compliant, and reliable supply within a pharmaceutical GMP environment , while leveraging group synergies across Polpharma.

You will ensure the optimal balance between total cost of ownership, quality, regulatory compliance, and supply continuity .

Your Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing activities for API intermediates and raw materials within the Polpharma Group. Manage end-to-end procurement processes: supplier scouting, RFQs, bid evaluations, negotiations, supplier selection, and qualification in line with GMP and quality standards . Develop and implement category strategies tailored to pharmaceutical API sourcing, aligned with business and regulatory requirements.

Secure supply continuity and mitigate risks related to quality, compliance, geopolitics, and logistics . Monitor purchasing budgets, standard costs, PPV savings, and support working capital optimization (payment terms, inventory). Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (Quality, R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs).

Conduct supplier performance reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives. Apply market intelligence, benchmarks, and global procurement best practices. Act in line with Polpharma’s values, ethical standards, and ESG commitments. Our Requirements Minimum 6 years of experience in Procurement , preferably within pharmaceutical, chemical, or API manufacturing .

Proven experience in sourcing API intermediates and/or chemical raw materials . Solid understanding of GMP requirements , supplier qualification, and quality-driven procurement. University degree in economics, supply chain, chemistry, pharmacy, or a related technical field. Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Fluency in English. Willingness to travel and work on-site. We Offer A strategic, high-impact role within an international pharmaceutical organization. Direct contribution to cost optimization, supply security, and compliance . Exposure to global sourcing markets and complex API supply chains. Professional development in a learning-oriented, values-driven culture.

Stable, office-based employment within the Polpharma Group.