Procurement Expert EU

Oximio; Ireland; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent pharmaceutical company is seeking a Procurement Expert EU to oversee sourcing and vendor management for clinical trials. The ideal candidate will lead procurement strategies, contract negotiations, and ensure regulatory compliance. Applicants should possess a relevant degree and extensive experience in pharma procurement and logistics. This position offers competitive remuneration and benefits in a remote work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharma-related procurement.
• At least 3 years in multi-national clinical trial outsourcing.
• Familiarity with GxP standards and clinical research regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sourcing and managing external vendor services for clinical trials.
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities including strategy development and vendor selection.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal SOPs.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific, economic, or legal discipline

Job description

• Industry Pharma/Biotech/Clinical Research
• Work Experience 5+ years
• Remote Job

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Preferable locations: Ireland, UK

As the Procurement Expert EU , you will be responsible for sourcing and managing external vendor services critical to the success of clinical trials and logistics operations across Europe. You will lead end-to-end procurement activities including strategy development, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance monitoring all while ensuring compliance and alignment with our organizational goals.

• Define external business needs with operational teams and prepare data-driven business cases.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the vendor selection process, aligning with project priorities and timelines.
• Prepare RFPs with country-specific and project-specific requirements; evaluate proposals, conduct cost comparisons, and lead vendor presentations.
• Coordinate with QA on vendor qualification processes when needed.

Contract Negotiation & Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts ensuring alignment with company standards and legal requirements.
• Drive competitive bidding processes, benchmark vendor pricing, and manage budget negotiations.
• Oversee the contract execution process, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.

Change Management & Performance Monitoring

• Manage and finalize change orders for service scope modifications.
• Monitor contract performance, escalate issues as needed, and maintain contract documentation.
• Organize project review meetings and manage strategic vendor relationships.

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal SOPs throughout procurement activities.
• Contribute to the development of sourcing processes, contract templates, and best practice tools.
• Stay current on industry trends, vendor markets, and regulatory changes impacting clinical trial logistics.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a sourcing representative within operational and study teams.
• Support financial planning through budget forecasting and tracking.
• Collaborate closely with internal legal, QA, and finance stakeholders.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific, economic, or legal discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharma-related procurement, with at least 3 years in multi-national clinical trial outsourcing.
• Experience in clinical trial logistics or working with clinical trial products is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with GxP standards and clinical research regulations.
• Proven experience working with CROs and clinical service vendors.
  

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinker with a clear understanding of how procurement impacts clinical operations.
  
• Strong comparator sourcing experience in the pharmaceutical industry in the EU
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus.
• Team-oriented with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proactive, results-driven, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
  
• A mission-driven culture focused on improving global clinical trials.
• Opportunity to work with a passionate and collaborative team.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.