Deputy General Manager - Purchase - Healthcare/Biotechnology

Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Vendor Management & Development: - Lead global and domestic strategic sourcing for IVD raw materials (biochemicals, antibodies, enzymes, plastics/molding, cold-chain components) and equipment/analyzers. - Identify, audit, and onboard high-performing suppliers while managing vendor risk, performance evaluations and SLA compliance. - Build strong supplier partnerships to secure long-term pricing, volume discounts and priority allocation. 2. Cost Optimization & Strategic Savings Projects: - Design and execute strategic cost-reduction initiatives across direct and indirect spend without compromising quality or compliance. - Implement value engineering, shoulder-cost modeling, alternate vendor development and localization projects. - Track and report quarterly purchase price variance (PPV) and bottom-line savings to senior leadership. 3. Operational Procurement & Supply Chain Alignment: - Direct daily purchasing operations, contract negotiations, purchase orders and lead-time reductions. - Collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance and Production teams to ensure seamless procurement aligned with manufacturing plans. - Oversee specialized procurement logistics, including cold-chain (2C8C / -20C) temperature-sensitive shipments and hazardous material handling. 4. Regulatory & Quality Compliance: - Ensure all suppliers and procured materials conform to ISO 13485, CDSCO and applicable global IVD regulatory frameworks. - Maintain rigorous vendor qualification records and lead purchasing-related audit preparation for internal/external regulatory bodies. Key Candidate Profile: Education: - Bachelors degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmacy or Supply Chain Management. An MBA or PGD in Materials Management/Supply Chain is highly preferred. Experience: - Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in procurement/purchasing with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Industry Focus: - Strong background in IVD, Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals or Lifesciences is required. Core Competencies: - Proven track record of executing strategic cost-saving projects in a manufacturing environment. - Deep expertise in vendor development, contract negotiation and Domestic/ International sourcing. - Hands-on knowledge of ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, or similar). - Familiarity with cold-chain logistics and quality management systems (QMS). Functional & Technical Skills: - Deep domain knowledge of IVD materials: enzymes, antibodies, magnetic beads, lateral flow membranes, plastic injection molding and diagnostic analyzer components. - Expertise in international trade, customs documentation, import/export tariffs and forex risk management. - Mastery in ERP systems (SAP MM, Oracle SCM) and advanced data analytics/dashboarding.