Job Description

Job Summary: The role is part of the Global Regulatory Function, responsible for procurement of R&D services, outsourcing services for Clinical and Field Trials, vendor management, project de-risking, procurement strategy building, governance management with Global International CROs. Job Responsibilities: Steer end-to-end procurement process management, including strategy development, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Direct UPL's procurement strategy for research and development service partnerships Oversee the strategic selection and management of external partners for comprehensive R&D activities, including new discovery initiatives, pre-clinical assessments, laboratory and field evaluations, and clinical trials. Develop and execute procurement strategies to optimize cost savings, cash flow and efficiency Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, discount, rebates and service levels. End-to-End procurement excellence through strategic process leadership, vendor relationship development, and cross-functional collaboration with legal, R&D (regulatory, field R&D, R&D Chemistry) and project teams both locally and globally, while optimizing costs and ensuring financial governance. Implement and maintain procurement systems and databases Responsible for project management, project de-risking, procurement strategy development, operations, and governance management with global international CROs. Lead negotiations by conducting reverse auctions, direct negotiations, technical proposal reviews, and commercial gap analysis. Perform end-to-end commercial management of outsourcing activities, including initiating RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, negotiating budgets, conducting bid defenses, awarding projects, managing vendor budget finances (CROs and others), overseeing vendor timelines, and handling contracting for all vendors Manage supplier performance through regular reviews and assessment Establish and nurture strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure optimal performance Develops and manages Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with suppliers to ensure favorable terms, mitigate risks, and maintain efficient procurement processes while supporting organizational objectives. Manage management information systems (MIS) and budget administration. Conduct audits and inspections to ensure effectiveness of vendor management systems