Sr. Buyer

Responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) from Rest-of-World suppliers (North America and Europe). Drives cost optimization and value creation while ensuring a compliant high-quality and reliable supplier base aligned with Apotexs short- and long-term business objectives. Leads supplier performance improvement relationship management and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply continuity cost efficiency and operational excellence.

• Identify and recommend long-term development and supply partners based on market requirements including pricing quality delivery and regulatory considerations
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings targets and drive additional value-creation opportunities
• Manage supplier readiness across development regulatory submission product launch and commercial supply phases
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external manufacturers on technical quality and regulatory matters
• Support supplier-driven changes and manage raw material OOS/OOT investigations and resolutions
• Drive technical sourcing initiatives and lead cross-functional issue resolution efforts
• Define plan monitor and report progress against project timelines and key deliverables
• Participate in manufacturer selection and qualification through cross-functional collaboration
• Provide market and business intelligence to support Project Management Global R&D Procurement and Commercial teams
• Maintain and improve internal processes procedures and cross-functional interfaces
• Ensure seamless project handovers across R&D Tech Transfer and Commercial teams
• Build and sustain strong trust-based relationships through open and transparent communication
• Lead initiatives to ensure cost competitiveness and reliable on-time API supply
• Support contracting activities including Supply Agreements Due Diligence and Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs)
• Foster a culture of open two-way communication while actively seeking feedback to continuously strengthen leadership effectiveness
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

• Graduate degree: Commerce Economist (Business Administration) or Scientist (Chemistry Chemical engineering Pharmacology etc.)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• At least 5 years of experience in API sourcing and procurement within the pharmaceutical industry
• Strong knowledge of the global API supplier landscape
• Solid understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency and speed
• Sound understanding of supply chain principles and end-to-end processes
• Adaptable and effective in managing change within dynamic environments
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong service orientation
• Proven ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments and manage relationships with global stakeholders and suppliers
• Fluent in English

Travel Requirements

• This position is based in Mexico
• Occasionally and primarily to visit meet local suppliers and manufacturers and internationally for exhibitions trade fares and potentially for training workshops conferences as deemed necessary