Experience: 8–14 Years
Qualification: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / B.Sc. / M.Sc. or equivalent
Industry: Pharmaceutical – Formulations
Preferred Experience: R&D Procurement, RLD & API Sourcing JD-Procurement-Graviti

Role Summary

Manage pharmaceutical R&D procurement and sourcing of RLDs, APIs, and research materials, while developing reliable suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring timely material availability for R&D projects. JD-Procurement-Graviti

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for pharmaceutical R&D requirements.
• Source and procure RLDs, APIs, and research materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop domestic and international suppliers.
• Coordinate with R&D on material specifications, quantities, and timelines.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor purchase orders, supplier commitments, and material availability.
• Develop alternate sources for critical RLDs and APIs.
• Coordinate with R&D, QA, QC, Production & Supply Chain teams.
• Support cost optimization through negotiation and alternate sourcing.
• Ensure vendor qualification, documentation, and GMP/regulatory compliance. JD-Procurement-Graviti

Required Skills

• 8–14 years of pharmaceutical procurement experience.
• Mandatory: Hands-on R&D procurement and RLD/API sourcing experience.
• Strong vendor development and supplier management skills.
• Good understanding of pharmaceutical materials and R&D procurement.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical quality and regulatory requirements. JD-Procurement-Graviti