Senior Consultant - Procurement - Pharmaceuticals/CMC

Job Title: Senior Consultant, Consulting Pharmaceuticals / CMC Procurement

Location: India

Experience Level: 3+ years in procurement consulting, focused on pharmaceutical R&D categories

Required Qualifications:

- Life Sciences and Supply Chain background from top tier institutions

- Strategic sourcing and contracts experience in the biopharmaceutical industry focusing on CRDMO scope (preclinical development to Ph3/readiness), clinical supply, and innovation

- Hands-on experience in regulated environment supporting the outsourcing of preclinical to clinical supply services at CDMOs

- Proven experience in managing complex sourcing projects and stakeholder engagement

- Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills

- Prior consulting experience with global pharma clients preferred

Role Overview:

We are looking to hire a Senior Consultant with deep expertise in procurement consulting for CDMO sourcing in the pharmaceutical industry. This role will involve leading sourcing projects for categories across preclinical development to Ph3/readiness, clinical supply, and innovation

Key Responsibilities:

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.

Collaborate with Stakeholders:

- Engage cross-functional stakeholders including Analytical Development, Process development & manufacturing, Clinical supply, labeling & packaging, and procurement to ensure alignment and adoption.

Support Supplier Selection and Contract Finalization:

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

Provide Market and Category Intelligence:

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

Ensure Governance and Compliance:

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

Categories Supported: CRDMOs, Regulatory Services, Medical Affairs, Clinical supply