Skills Alliance
Overview
Location:
Flexible within US or EU HQ hub (Hybrid) Industry:
Pharmaceutical Company Size:
10,000+ employees globally Type:
Full-Time, Permanent Reports to:
Chief Supply Chain Officer / Chief Operating Officer We are currently engaged on a confidential retained search with a multinational pharmaceutical company (10,000+ employees, global presence across North America, EMEA, and APAC) seeking a seasoned
Vice President of Global Procurement . This is a strategic leadership role overseeing all aspects of
Direct and Indirect Procurement , with enterprise-wide impact across manufacturing, R&D, commercial, and corporate functions. This position is ideal for a commercially focused procurement executive who thrives in
complex, matrixed environments , brings strong global leadership capability, and is ready to drive transformation across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the global procurement function across
Direct and Indirect categories , overseeing a
spend portfolio of $1B+ Define and execute a
comprehensive global sourcing strategy
aligned with corporate objectives across: Direct Procurement:
APIs, raw materials, packaging, contract manufacturing (CMOs/CDMOs), lab supplies Indirect Procurement:
Facilities, engineering, IT, HR services, CAPEX, marketing, and professional services Develop and execute a
supplier relationship management (SRM) program , ensuring performance, risk mitigation, and innovation Drive
strategic cost savings initiatives , contract negotiations, and supply continuity across all business units Partner cross-functionally with
Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Finance, Legal, and IT
to support critical business priorities Lead a
global team of senior procurement leaders
across regional and category-specific roles Implement and enhance procurement tools, policies, and processes (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) to support scalability and compliance Monitor market trends, supply risk, ESG goals, and regulatory changes to adapt sourcing strategies accordingly Provide regular updates to C-suite on procurement performance, risks, and opportunities Ideal Candidate Profile
15+ years of progressive experience in
procurement and strategic sourcing , with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role Deep experience managing
both direct and indirect spend
in a
global pharmaceutical or life sciences organization Proven ability to drive
procurement transformation , operational efficiency, and value delivery in complex global environments Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities in
matrixed organizations
with multiple global sites Demonstrated experience with
GxP environments , regulatory compliance, and quality-driven sourcing practices Technologically fluent in major procurement platforms (e.g.,
SAP Ariba, Coupa ) and data-driven decision making Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred) Ability to travel internationally as required (10–20%)
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Location:
Flexible within US or EU HQ hub (Hybrid) Industry:
Pharmaceutical Company Size:
10,000+ employees globally Type:
Full-Time, Permanent Reports to:
Chief Supply Chain Officer / Chief Operating Officer We are currently engaged on a confidential retained search with a multinational pharmaceutical company (10,000+ employees, global presence across North America, EMEA, and APAC) seeking a seasoned
Vice President of Global Procurement . This is a strategic leadership role overseeing all aspects of
Direct and Indirect Procurement , with enterprise-wide impact across manufacturing, R&D, commercial, and corporate functions. This position is ideal for a commercially focused procurement executive who thrives in
complex, matrixed environments , brings strong global leadership capability, and is ready to drive transformation across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the global procurement function across
Direct and Indirect categories , overseeing a
spend portfolio of $1B+ Define and execute a
comprehensive global sourcing strategy
aligned with corporate objectives across: Direct Procurement:
APIs, raw materials, packaging, contract manufacturing (CMOs/CDMOs), lab supplies Indirect Procurement:
Facilities, engineering, IT, HR services, CAPEX, marketing, and professional services Develop and execute a
supplier relationship management (SRM) program , ensuring performance, risk mitigation, and innovation Drive
strategic cost savings initiatives , contract negotiations, and supply continuity across all business units Partner cross-functionally with
Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Finance, Legal, and IT
to support critical business priorities Lead a
global team of senior procurement leaders
across regional and category-specific roles Implement and enhance procurement tools, policies, and processes (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) to support scalability and compliance Monitor market trends, supply risk, ESG goals, and regulatory changes to adapt sourcing strategies accordingly Provide regular updates to C-suite on procurement performance, risks, and opportunities Ideal Candidate Profile
15+ years of progressive experience in
procurement and strategic sourcing , with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role Deep experience managing
both direct and indirect spend
in a
global pharmaceutical or life sciences organization Proven ability to drive
procurement transformation , operational efficiency, and value delivery in complex global environments Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities in
matrixed organizations
with multiple global sites Demonstrated experience with
GxP environments , regulatory compliance, and quality-driven sourcing practices Technologically fluent in major procurement platforms (e.g.,
SAP Ariba, Coupa ) and data-driven decision making Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred) Ability to travel internationally as required (10–20%)
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