API & Chemicals Procurement Team Lead

Join the professional team of the Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading pharmaceutical company in Hungary and the region!

We do not base our success on the great deeds of lonely heroes. At Richter, we believe in active co-operation - within and outside the teams. We know how to collaborate effectively and respectfully with professionals of different fields, disciplines, and organisational units.

Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position

API & Chemicals Procurement Team Lead

• Lead procurement activities for specified categories under the responsibility of the assigned groups
• Conduct supplier market analysis, benchmark pricing, and negotiate contracts with global and local suppliers
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance in quality, delivery, and cost.
• Manage supplier risk, including compliance with quality standards
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, and Planning teams to align procurement decisions with product lifecycle, compliance, and production needs
• Set clear objectives, mentor team members, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Manage budget forecasts and procurement KPIs, including cost reduction, on-time delivery, and supplier quality performance

• Master’s degree, preferred in economics or engineering
• 7+ years of procurement experience, with a minimum of 3 years in leadership
• Deep experience in sourcing API, excipients, chemicals, packaging, medical devices and finished pharmaceutical products
• Proven knowledge of cGMP, FDA, ISO and ICH guidelines
• Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement tools
• Fluent English knowledge 

• Extensive benefits package: cafeteria, stock program, private life insurance
• In-house medical services and Medicover service
• Home office opportunity (2 days/week)
• Flexible working hours
• Car or car allowance is provided
• Training and development opportunities
• Various sports opportunities (gym, swimming pool, AYCM)
• Challenging, responsible professional work
• Long-term employment in an innovative and secure workplace

The Richter community is looking forward to your application.