Sentiss Pharma - Deputy General Manager - Global Sourcing

About Company -

Sentiss Pharma

A niche pharmaceutical company committed to provide the best quality Ophthalmic, Inhalation (for nebulization), Otic and Nasal drops since its inception in 1990. Sentiss is recognized as a Great Place to Work in India for 9 years- in a row. Sentiss is committed to serve and build a stronger society through its social responsibility SEVA initiatives with main focus on health, education and environment. Pvt. Ltd.

Strategic Procurement & Category Management:

Develop and execute category strategies for:

- Direct Materials: APIs, Excipients, Packaging Materials

- Indirect Materials: Engineering spares, MRO, IT, Capex

- Consumables: Filters, Gowns, Lab supplies, etc.

- Conduct spend analysis and implement cost-saving initiatives.

- Lead supplier scouting, qualification, and onboarding for sterile manufacturing plant.

Alternate Vendor Development:

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard alternate vendors for key raw materials, packaging materials, and critical components.

- Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify potential suppliers globally and locally.

- Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards during vendor selection.

Digitalization & Tech Enablement:

- Enabling procurement digitalization initiatives.

- Leverage ERP systems and procurement analytics tools for data-driven decision-making.

- Collaborate with IT and digital teams to automate workflows and improve procurement cycle efficiency.

Operational Procurement:

- Ensure timely procurement aligned with production and inventory plans.

- Manage RFQs, negotiations, and contract finalization.

- Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain disruptions.

- Conduct risk assessment & prepare mitigation plan.

- Develop sourcing strategies to reduce dependency on single vendors and high-risk geographies.

Compliance & Quality:

- Ensure adherence to GMP, GDP, and other regulatory standards.

- Coordinate with QA/QC for vendor audits and material specifications.

- Maintain documentation for regulatory inspections and internal & external audits.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

- Build strategic relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

- Monitor vendor KPIs (OTIF, quality, cost) and drive continuous improvement.

- Lead cross-functional collaboration with planning, production, and finance teams.

Team Leadership:

- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.

- Drive capability building, performance management, and digital skill development.