Interim Indirects Procurement Manager - Pharmaceuticals

1st Executive Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Interim Indirects Procurement Manager to drive transformation in the pharmaceutical sector. You will lead sourcing across various categories, manage stakeholders, and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate has extensive procurement experience within pharmaceuticals and is ready to start immediately. This position offers a hybrid work model and a contract duration of 6 months, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in indirect procurement within the Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences sector.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Immediate availability and a results-driven, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing across Indirects including Facilities, IT, Marketing, HR, and Professional Services.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to optimise spend and unlock sustainable savings.
• Apply your pharmaceuticals sector insight to navigate compliance and complexity.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Procurement strategy

Pharmaceuticals sector insight

Job description

Interim Indirects Procurement Manager - Pharmaceuticals

Location: Hybrid and London
Duration: 6 months (potential extension)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Interim Procurement leader, ready to make an impact in a world-class pharmaceutical organisation? We're seeking an Interim Indirects Procurement Manager to drive transformation, deliver commercial value, and strengthen supplier performance across key indirect categories.

What You'll Do:

• Lead strategic sourcing across Indirects, including Facilities, IT, Marketing, HR, and Professional Services.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to optimise spend and unlock sustainable savings.
• Bring clarity and pace to procurement processes amid change and growth.
• Apply your pharmaceuticals sector insight to navigate compliance, regulation, and complex supplier landscapes.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven track record in indirect procurement, within the Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences sector.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Confidence working in fast-moving, matrix environments.
• Immediate availability and a results-driven, hands-on approach.

If interested, please apply now and any questions, email [e-mail]