Procurement Consultant – Pharmaceutical Category

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Consultant – Pharmaceutical Category to join our team in Riyadh. This is a contract-based opportunity with a duration of 6 to 12 months, offering an excellent platform for professionals looking to contribute to strategic sourcing and category management initiatives within the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading end-to-end procurement activities, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring the uninterrupted supply of high-quality pharmaceutical products. Immediate joiners or candidates with a notice period of up to 30 days are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

The Procurement Consultant will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing pharmaceutical category strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable value. The core responsibilities include:

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management: Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for pharmaceutical products, aligning procurement activities with organizational goals and healthcare standards.
• Supplier Engagement & Negotiation: Lead sourcing projects, conduct supplier negotiations, and establish long-term strategic partnerships to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service-level agreements.
• Cost Optimization & Spend Analysis: Identify and execute opportunities to reduce procurement costs, optimize spend, and enhance financial performance without compromising product quality or patient care.
• Supply Chain Risk Management: Proactively assess and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure product availability, minimize disruptions, and maintain operational resilience in alignment with healthcare delivery requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with pharmacy, clinical, finance, and supply chain teams to align procurement strategies with broader organizational objectives, ensuring seamless integration and value delivery.
• Framework Agreements & Vendor Management: Develop and manage framework agreements with key suppliers, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering sustainable vendor relationships.

Key Requirements

To excel in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CSCP) are highly desirable.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing, with a proven track record in healthcare or life sciences procurement.
• Negotiation & Analytical Skills: Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities to drive cost savings, evaluate supplier performance, and make data-driven procurement decisions.
• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: In-depth understanding of pharmaceutical regulations, healthcare standards, and procurement compliance to ensure adherence to legal and ethical requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and senior leadership.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with procurement software, ERP systems, and spend analytics tools to streamline processes and enhance decision-making.

Why Join Us?

This contract opportunity offers a unique chance to contribute to critical healthcare procurement initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As a Procurement Consultant, you will have the opportunity to:

• Drive meaningful cost savings and operational efficiencies in pharmaceutical procurement.
• Shape strategic sourcing initiatives that directly impact patient care and organizational success.
• Collaborate with industry-leading professionals and expand your expertise in healthcare procurement.
• Gain exposure to high-impact projects with measurable outcomes in a growing sector.

If you are a results-driven procurement professional with a passion for pharmaceutical category management and strategic sourcing, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your updated CV to [email protected] to be considered for this role.