* Responsible for Raw material procurement- including APIs, Excipients etc..* Responsible for CAPEX procurement * Overseeing Packing materials procurement * Supervising indirect procurement activities.* Supervising logistics activities * Responsible for sourcing & Vendor development.

* Handled procurement activities related to business travel requirements, including Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), standalone meetings, kick-off meetings, events, and exhibitions. * Managed the selection of venues for various events and meetings, including international and local standalone meetings, marketing and promotional events, and cycle meetings. * Coordinated travel logistics, including hotel selection, tourist attractions, and flight itineraries for attendees of events and meetings, ensuring a seamless experience. * Oversaw all branding needs related to events, ensuring that branding elements aligned with the company’s standards and objectives. * Collaborated with end-user departments, such as Marketing and Sales, to collect procurement requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. * Drafted Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Requests for Quotation (RFQ) documents, sharing them with existing and new vendors. * Coordinated with selected vendors to receive contracts and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) related to purchase orders (POs), ensuring proper execution and adherence to terms. * Conducted regular evaluations of vendor performance to assess service quality and identify opportunities for improvement.

* Oversaw daily supply chain operations, ensuring seamless coordination between procurement and logistics to support contract manufacturing and joint venture agreements between LIFEPHARMA and STRIDES. * Acted as the primary point of contact (SPOC) for all supply chain processes, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders. * Led the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, including Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), excipients, primary, secondary, and tertiary packing materials, equipment, chemicals, and consumables. * Supervised logistics activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to support manufacturing operations. * Responsible for both direct and indirect procurement processes, ensuring that all materials and services were sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. * Managed procurement activities related to capital expenditures (CAPEX), ensuring that all necessary investments were made to support operational efficiency. * Coordinated the export of procured materials to the manufacturing facility in the UAE, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and timely delivery.

* Oversaw the end-to-end procurement process, from purchase requisition to order fulfilment, while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. * Identified opportunities for process improvements within the procurement function, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. * Ensured all procurement activities adhered to organizational policies, including the maintenance of accurate records and documentation for auditing purposes. * Collected and evaluated quotations from various suppliers, negotiated terms and conditions, and finalized agreements to ensure optimal purchasing outcomes. * Prepared monthly procurement reports, detailing purchasing activities, vendor performance, and cost-saving initiatives. * Conducted evaluations of vendor performance to assess reliability and quality of service, making recommendations for improvements as needed.

* Assisted in capital expenditures (CAPEX) procurement, contributing to the acquisition of necessary equipment and resources. * Coordinated meetings between suppliers and end users to address technical clarifications and confirmations as needed. * Worked closely with the Stores team to monitor inventory levels, manage the destruction of obsolete materials, and ensure proper stock management. * Prepared and submitted monthly procurement reports, including negotiation summaries and performance evaluations. * Prepared annual maintenance contracts (AMCs) for instruments such as HPLC units and dissolution apparatus after warranty expiration, ensuring continued support and service. * Developed rate contracts for highly consumable items to streamline procurement processes and secure competitive pricing.

Sourcing of the right product & the apt supplierCollecting all documents relating to the product such as catalogs, price lists etc.Keeping a good knowledge of the product.Negotiating with the supplier, so that the product can be bought at the most reasonable priceProcessing documents & getting the customer approval.Ensuring the shipping is made at the right time.Collecting shipping documents & passing it to the logistics department.Keeping a healthy relationship with the customer & the supplier.