Manager - R&D Procurement - Pharma

Role Overview:

We are looking to hire a Consulting Manager with deep expertise in procurement consulting for R&D categories in the pharmaceutical industry. This role will involve managing end-to-end category strategy and agile sourcing for categories across Discovery, Pre-Clinical, Clinical (Phases I-III), Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory & Phase IV, and Commercialization & Support Services

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and Execute R&D Procurement Category Strategies

- Build and implement sourcing strategies across Discovery, Clinical, Regulatory, and Commercialization categories in alignment with client goals.

2. Drive Sourcing Initiatives

- Lead end-to-end sourcing projects including RFx design, supplier outreach, evaluation, and contracting support. Analyze spend and market data to identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities; support negotiation planning and execution.

3. Collaborate with Stakeholders

- Engage cross-functional stakeholders including R&D, medical affairs, market access, and procurement to ensure alignment and adoption.

4. Support Supplier Selection and Contract Finalization

- Conduct TCO and value-based supplier evaluations, facilitate supplier negotiations, and support transition to contract execution.

5. Provide Market and Category Intelligence

- Leverage internal benchmarks and SME support to bring best practices and insights into client decision-making.

6. Ensure Governance and Compliance:

- Monitor sourcing project performance, support KPI tracking, and ensure alignment with contractual and regulatory frameworks.

- Categories Supported: Clinical Trial Services, CROs, Laboratory Supplies, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Services, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Pricing & HEOR