CMO Procurement Expert

Pharmathen

Μαρούσι, Αττικής
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Pharmathen is one of the leading complex drug delivery and formulation developers and is among the top 50 pharmaceutical research companies in Europe. Driven by innovation, the company specializes in one of the most modern and technologically innovative sectors, developing Long Acting Injectables (LAI), Sustained Release formulations and Preservative Free Ophthalmics.Pharmathen’s portfolio consists of over 100 products, produced at its facility in Sapes, Rodopi, approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and at its modernized production unit in Pallini, Attica.Pharmathen is one of the largest private investors in research and development in Greece, with steady investments of €35 million annually in the R&D sector and employs over 1,350 people from over 24 different nationalities. The company's enduring success is attributed to the passion for creativity, the ethics, and dedication of its people, who share the company's vision of making a difference in people’s lives.Due to continuous growth and expansion, Pharmathen Pharmaceuticals offers a great opportunity for career development and is seeking to recruit a CMO Procurement Expert for the Supply Chain /CMOs department at our Marousi premises.As a CMO Procurement Expert the ideal candidate will manage the entire contract lifecycle in the Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) network, from initiation to closeout, ensuring all contracts are executed in compliance with company policies, applicable laws, regulations and benchmarking for alternative CMOs. He /She will develop, monitor and review key financial metrics for the CMO network. This position requires extensive coordination with various stakeholders across the organization (BD, Legal, Supply Operations, Finance, Quality) along with external partners (CMOs) to ensure Third Party Operations delivers on strategic goals and financial commitments.More particularly:RequirementsWhat you will do:

Prepare, review, and manage RFP, RFQ, CDA, MSA, LOI, Scope of Work agreements, Equipment Loan agreements
Lead the negotiation and execution of the Manufacturing and Supply Agreements (MSAs) for CMOs’ commercial product and structure such contracts in an optimal manner to ensure the security of long-term supply and the protection of the business
Drive best procurement practices to ensure robust negotiations and cost control processes, ensuring the continued supply of competitively priced products for the business
Lead RFP and RFQ activities to develop robust sourcing plans in alignment with the Supply Chain Strategy
Identify contractual risks and suggest potential solutions with input from relevant stakeholders
Manage processes that identify and minimize the impact of contractual issues and pricing discrepancies
Lead monitoring and maintaining pricing, compliance, and incentive maintenance activities
Maintain calendar and matrix of bids/offers and coordinate communication of contract development and execution status
Facilitate the transition of executed contracts to the appropriate operational team for implementation and/or adjudication, including outlining key terms and providing detailed explanations, as necessary
Contribute to due diligence evaluation and advice on new sourcing and external manufacturing business opportunities in partnership with the Business Development team, benchmarking for alternative CMOs and maintain in-depth understanding of the CMO’s systems, capabilities, capacities, requirements, and practices
He/she is accountable for CMOs Business Continuity Risk Assessment
Contribute to development of operational budgets and Capex evaluation for the CMO network and ensure alignment with external manufacturing's goals and objectives
Collaborate with Finance for product cost standards, variances
Collaborate with Finance, Supply and Business Development to identify opportunities for improvement that are essential in building long term growth to CMO network from pricing and profitability standpoint
Develop, monitor, review of financial KPIs for the CMO network

The ideal candidate should have:

Bachelor/Master in Business, Finance, Supply Chain
At least 5 years of experience in contracts management and pricing
Proven experience with toll and contract manufacturing service

Job-Specific Skills:

In-depth knowledge of financial metrics and KPIs
In-depth knowledge of Supply Chain, Quality and Regulatory operations in a GMP environment
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong ability to manage information and input from several functions and sources
Extensive experience in project leadership skills and ability to develop effective working processes and relationships with internal/external partners
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and mitigate risks
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent communication in English language (writing and speaking)
Independently motivated with the ability to navigate and be successful in a fast‐paced, matrixed work environment
Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

BenefitsWhat you'll gain:

Involvement in a high-caliber, team-oriented and dynamic atmosphere
Exposure to challenging business issues and practices
Great opportunity to leverage and develop your business knowledge and skills

Join our team and experience the unique Pharmathen’s culture that gives you the opportunity to innovate, to make decisions, to achieve your own potential and to chart your own career.Pharmathen is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications regardless of gender, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, and national origin.

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