Pharmaceutical Buyer

The RolePharmaceutical BuyerHybridLocation: Hayes/DerbyThis role requires to travel between our Hayes and Derby sites on regular basis.We are looking for a Pharmaceutical Buyer to support the Headof Procurement, in delivering a best in class Procurement function and strategy, driving continuous growth and development for theUniphar Global Sourcingbusiness.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop global relationships directly with manufacturers, selling the overall ethos of the Uniphar Group, and the Global Sourcing businessEngagement with key internal stakeholders, Sales, Operations, Quality, Finance, HRMonthly monitoring and management of competitor commercial activities & offerings outside of On-Demand global channels to include appropriate response and communicationsOwnership of the supply chain relationships, understand the constraints and coordinate activities to ensure all resources are exercised and escalated if any supply gaps existPresent and deliver key initiatives updates on a weekly/monthly basis to OD Head of Procurement teamInvestigate and support the Procurement strategy for Generics, Prescriptions medicines, Medical devices, OTCs for each of the following regions: European & UK partnerships American/Canadian partnerships MENA partnerships Australasia partnerships LATAC & African partnershipsHelp shape the On-Demand procurement strategy UKsupport in the on-boarding of new distribution agreements, and shape the UK strategy and streamline the procurement functioni.e. Supplier analysis, Supplier development, preferred vendor management, etcUKdevelop a best-in-class portfolio of products and suppliers, with exclusive arrangements where possible, maintaining a product portfolio with up to date pricing and availabilityROWdevelop a robust supplier portfolio and access to stock from global markets in key countries such as the US/Canada/EU and AsiaDevelop a close working relationship with Sales colleagues with the aim of growing the OD businessQualification, Experience & Skills Required3 years minimum buying experience in the pharmaceutical industry.Desirable unlicensed medicine buying experience.Proven track record in achieving targets, in a wholesale, retail or NHS Hospital environment.Solid understanding of the NHS and Hospital Pharmacy.Extensive experience in all aspects of relationship management.Experience in incorporating a financial and strategic perspective to procurement policies.Proven analytical skills combined with excellent commercial acumen are essential.High levels of resilience and tenacity.Equally comfortable working alone or as part of a team.Flexible, innovative approach to work.Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate at all business levels, including customer/supplier conferencesAbility to work well under pressure and to work to targets.Good time management and planning skills.Excellent Excel,Powerpoint skillsand a keen eye for detailKnowledge of CRM systems an advantage.Competencies:Communicates in a professional manner and effectively manages manufacturer relationshipsWorks well within a team, flexible and willing to shareDemonstrate ambition and initiative in their workOpen to change in a fast moving industry and to new learningBe orientated to achievement of team budgetBe supportive of colleagues in a team environmentShould adhere to the service values of Uniphar Retail ServicesExcellent communications skills including verbal, written and presentationAbility to learn new business processes and operationalise training provided on new IT applications.Its important to achieve the right balance between face-to-face interactions with virtual working over the longterm. Moreover,there will be flexibility required to interact with colleagues (i.e., its not a 9 to 5 type of job).In return for your flexibility, you will be joining an environment that understands how inter-twined work and life have become – and both the benefits and challenges that brings – and therefore offers a flexible, progressive way of supporting it.UnipharWho we areWith a workforce of more than 3000 employees spread across Ireland, United Kingdom, Mainland Europe, MENA, and the USA, Uniphar is a trusted global partner to pharma and MedTech manufacturers, working to improve patient access to medicines around the world.

Uniphar provides outsourced and specialised services to its clients, leveraging the strong relationships with 200+ of the worlds best known pharmaco-medical manufacturers across multiple geographies, enabled by our cutting-edge digital technology and our highly expert teams.PharmaOn DemandThe On-Demand business is a specialist medical supply business that sources and distributes pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and consumable supplies to healthcare professionals in over 160 countries worldwide. We have offices in Ireland, UK, Europe, USA and New Zealand. The companys main divisions encompass everything from International Sales through Sales to NGOs and Charities, Clinical Trials Supply, Imported (Unlicensed Medicines), Sexual Health Supplies, and the storage and distribution of medical products and devices for third parties .Click here to find out more:About Us – Who we are | UnipharCulture at UnipharUniphar is a combination of many businesses each with its own identity, culture, values, and ways of working.

Our overarching culture narrative is inclusive of each of these stores. Uniphar lives and breathes four key pillars which unpin and support our culture.We have a people first approach – we do the right thing. We support entrepreneurial spirit where adaptability, commitment & resilience is embodied in our way of working.

We have a Common Purpose that connects our diversified businesses and people. Finally, Trust is at the heart of how we operate.Everything Uniphar does is enabled by our people and as we continue to grow domestically and internationally, we become more diverse. This diversity fuels our business and culture.SustainabilitySustainability is at the core of what we do and is deeply embedded in our business strategy.

We want to contribute positively to the people and the world around us. Running our business in a sustainable way ensures that Uniphar will continue to prosper in the long-term. We are focused on ensuring that each of the five pillars of our sustainability strategy are a fundamental part of our decision-making process.If you believe that you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer and will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process.TPBN1_UKTJ