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Website
http://www.hikma.com
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Identify and qualify suppliers for R&D-specific materials (API, Packaging, lab equipment, and services.)
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international vendors.
- Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive pricing and availability.
- Manage end-to-end procurement cycle for R&D needs, including RFQs, PO creation, and invoice reconciliation, EDA Approvals and Customs clearance Process cooperating with Logistics and financial team.
- Coordinate with R&D, Quality, and Regulatory teams to align procurement with project timelines and specifications.
- Ensure accurate documentation and SAP system updates for all transactions.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with GMP, GDP, and internal SOPs.
Mitigate supply risks by maintaining alternative sourcing strategies and safety stock levels.
- Mitigate supply risks by maintaining alternative sourcing strategies and safety stock levels.
- Support budgeting and cost control initiatives for R&D procurement.
- Analyze spending data to identify savings opportunities and process improvements.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, quality standards, and legal requirements.
- Prepare regular reports on purchasing metrics, supplier performance, and cost savings achieved.
- Job Location: Sixth of October City
Qualifications
- B.Sc. degree in Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
- 46 years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
- Solid knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and contract management.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- High attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
