Purchasing Lead - Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical
24 days ago
Hauppauge
Job DescriptionDescription: Position Summary: Weâre seeking a hands-on, strategic, and dynamic Purchasing Lead to oversee and elevate procurement operations across our portfolio of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products. This role blends operational leadership, vendor relationship management, and team development - letting you drive cost efficiency, on-time delivery, and process improvements across the business. You will manage day-to-day purchasing operations, mentor team members, collaborate cross-functionally, and have direct influence on supplier strategies and business outcomes. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a regulated environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants visibility into how their decisions impact overall company performance. ⢠Job Type: Full-Time, ⢠Location: Hauppauge, NY, ⢠Level: Manager, Sr Manager, or Director, ⢠Works Hours: Monday â Friday, 9:00AM â 5:00PM EST, ⢠Pay Range: $90,000 - $135,000 per year, depending on experience and level, ⢠High Impact: Directly influence cost savings, inventory optimization, and on-time delivery, with measurable impact on revenue and product launches., ⢠Strategic Ownership: Lead end-to-end purchasing operations across multiple categories, from raw materials to indirect services, shaping supplier strategy and cost efficiency., ⢠Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Accounting, Packaging, and Warehouse teams to support critical business initiatives. At CPC, youâll be part of a team that has set the standard in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing since 1971, helping bring high-quality OTC, dietary supplement, and prescription products to market faster and safer than ever. We pride ourselves on quality as a core value, innovative problem-solving, and a collaborative culture where everyone plays a role in advancing formulation and manufacturing excellence. CPC offers an inclusive, respectful workplace with opportunities to grow your skills and career while working with cutting-edge technologies and serving leading global brands. With a commitment to employee success, competitive benefits, and a culture built on teamwork and integrity, CPC is a place where your contributions truly make an impact. Requirements: Responsibilities: In this role, you will: ⢠Oversee daily purchasing activities including raw materials, printed components, non-printed packaging, and indirect materials/services., ⢠Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team; adjust responsibilities to maximize efficiency and performance., ⢠Establish and maintain vendor relationships, conducting regular on- and off-site meetings, interviews, and evaluations., ⢠Negotiate vendor contracts and pricing, monitor delivery schedules, and execute purchase orders., ⢠Ensure timely material flow to meet inventory levels and customer delivery commitments., ⢠Monitor and maintain project trackers, cost-saving initiatives, and change controls., ⢠Analyze procurement needs based on ERP data, inventory levels, and production schedules., ⢠Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives for the Purchasing department., ⢠Support department leadership in tracking KPIs, supplier performance, and risk mitigation activities., ⢠Maintain accurate product and vendor data in inventory and ERP systems., ⢠Collaborate cross-functionally to support operations, QA, accounting, regulatory, and warehouse teams., ⢠Director level: MBA plus 7+ years of pharmaceutical/nutraceutical procurement experience, including 5+ years leading a team; or Bachelorâs degree plus 10+ years of pharmaceutical/nutraceutical procurement experience, including 5+ years leading a team, ⢠Sr. Manager level: Bachelorâs plus 7+ years of pharmaceutical/nutraceutical procurement experience, including 3+ years leading a team, ⢠Exceptional negotiating, analytical, and problem-solving skills, ⢠Strong ERP system experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office, ⢠Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ⢠Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and resolve issues quickly, ⢠Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills, ⢠Proactive leadership style with ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members