Title:  Manager, Buy Planning

Job Title: Manager, Buy Planning

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Full-Time

Req ID: 8695

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world.  We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe.  Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are seeking a talented and motivated Manager, Buy Planning to join our team.  

In this role, the Manager of Buy Operations is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement and supply of raw materials, excipients, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and purchased finished goods. The role ensures that all necessary materials are available to meet production demands and customer needs, while maintaining cost efficiency, quality, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement Strategy Development:
   • Develop and implement purchasing strategies for raw materials, excipients, and finished goods to meet production and market demands.
   • Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, and delivery schedules while maintaining product quality and compliance.
   • Ensure that procurement processes align with the overall supply chain and production goals of the company.
2. Vendor & Supplier Management:
   • Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers of raw materials, excipients, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and finished products.
   • Manage supplier performance, ensuring reliable delivery, quality, and cost effectiveness.
3. Inventory Management & Demand Forecasting:
   • Work closely with the operations planning to forecast material and product demand, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
   • Implement strategies to reduce excess inventory and minimize stockouts, while aligning with production schedules and market needs.
   • Monitor market trends and adjust purchasing plans to accommodate shifts in demand and pricing.
4. Supply Chain Optimization:
   • Optimize the procurement process by streamlining workflows, improving lead times, and reducing waste in the supply chain.
   • Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as production, quality assurance, and logistics to align procurement activities with the company's broader goals.
   • Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions or material shortages to ensure uninterrupted production.
5. Team Leadership & Development:
   • Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals responsible for day-to-day buy planning activities.
   • Set clear objectives, provide mentorship, and conduct performance evaluations to foster a high-performing team.
   • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across the procurement and supply chain teams.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Procurement, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or buy planning within the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in generics.
• Strong knowledge of raw materials, excipients, and finished goods used in pharmaceuticals.
• Experience with ERP systems and software (e.g., SAP).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements for pharmaceuticals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience working with solid oral dose, nasal sprays, liquids, dry product inhalation, unit dose inhalers or high containment products.
• Familiarity with international suppliers and global sourcing strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay.  Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).  Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment.  Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions.  In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.