Sourcing- Procurement (Packing Material) - Zydus

Department: Procurement (GDSO)
Location: Ahmedabad
Role: Buyer

Designation: Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager Packaging Material Procurement
Experience: 8-18 Years (Pharmaceutical Industry Preferred)
Education: Any Graduate; MBA/Post Graduate in Supply Chain, Operations, or related discipline preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of packaging materials for Domestic and Emerging Markets (EMB).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and ensure effective communication.
• Coordinate vendor qualification activities, including sample procurement, documentation, audits, and quality agreements.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams such as PTC, CQA, IRA, and other stakeholders to support new product development and commercialization activities.
• Participate in regular review meetings and provide updates on material availability and procurement status.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices and GST-related compliance requirements.
• Convert Purchase Requisitions (PR) into Purchase Orders (PO) within defined timelines and facilitate timely vendor payments.
• Maintain procurement project trackers and prepare monthly MIS reports.
• Identify critical suppliers and implement risk mitigation plans to ensure uninterrupted supply and business continuity.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives by identifying saving opportunities and developing alternate vendor sources.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Experience in packaging material procurement within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good understanding of procurement processes, GST compliance, and supply chain operations.
• Proficient in MIS reporting and procurement tracking.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.