Senior Executive - Procurement (Pharmaceutical)

About the role

Finder Recruitment is advertising a full-time, on-site Senior Executive - Procurement (Pharmaceutical) position in Colombo. The role manages end-to-end procurement of pharmaceutical products and related services, including sourcing and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts and pricing, and ensuring compliance with medical and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Sourcing and evaluating suppliers, and negotiating contracts and pricing
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and monitoring inventory levels
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders such as medical, regulatory and finance teams
• Supporting clinical and commercial needs through timely and cost-effective purchasing
• Tracking market trends, preparing procurement reports and contributing to process improvements that improve quality, efficiency and risk management

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management or a related field; advanced qualifications are an advantage
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector
• Strong background in medicine and pharmaceutical products, with knowledge of clinical and therapeutic requirements
• Exposure to Medical Affairs and Clinical Trials, and knowledge of Regulatory Affairs and compliance standards
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Required skills

• Research and data analysis to evaluate suppliers, products, pricing and market trends
• Negotiation, vendor management and contract administration
• Proficiency with procurement and inventory management systems