Purchasing Lead - Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical
12 days ago
Hauppauge
Job DescriptionDescription: Position Summary: We’re 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 – Friday, 9:00AM – 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, you’ll 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 Bachelor’s degree plus 10+ years of pharmaceutical/nutraceutical procurement experience, including 5+ years leading a team, • Sr. Manager level: Bachelor’s 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