Lead Procurement One Africa
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Midrand - South Africa
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Job Summary
Job Title
Procurement Lead - One Africa
Reports to
Head of Procurement & Finished Product Sourcing - OneAfrica
Location
Midrand Gauteng
Work Mode
In-Office
Division
Supply Chain Management
Department
Procurement & FPS
Employment Type
Permanent
Closing Date
9 October2026
Why Cipla
At Cipla Caring for Life is more than a purpose its a deeply held belief that every life matters and every action counts. Its what brings us together and drives us forward every single day.
A Purpose You Can Feel
Here your work goes beyond tasks and targets. It touches lives. It helps someone breathe easier live longer or access the care they deserve. No matter your role you become part of something bigger a shared commitment to making healthcare more accessible and meaningful across the continent.
Growth That Matters
We believe in nurturing not just careers but people. At Cipla youre encouraged to be curious to challenge to learn and to grow into the best version of yourself. Youll be part of a team that supports your journey celebrates your progress and inspires you to keep reaching further.
A Place Where You Belong
At our core we are people who care for our patients and for each other. We create spaces where every voice is heard every contribution valued and every individual feels seen. Here you dont just join a company you find a community.
Whether youre in the lab in the field or behind the scenes your work has meaning here.
Because at Cipla you dont just build a career you help Make Life Thrive.
Job Purpose
To lead and manage the strategic procurement of direct materials ensuring continuous supply cost efficiency and the development of alternate suppliers. The role maintains strong supplier and internal stakeholder partnerships to support Ciplas manufacturing operations at Mirren and CMM. The Procurement Lead works closely with the Finished Product Sourcing Lead to ensure timely availability of Cipla-procured raw materials and packaging materials at Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs) where applicable including materials supplied free of charge for conversion into finished products. The role drives procurement excellence through supply security competitive sourcing cost savings supplier performance compliance quality and sustainable business continuity.
Accountabilities
Strategic Procurement Strategy & Execution
Supply Security & Material Availability
CMO Material Supply Support
Strategic Sourcing & Alternate Vendor Development
Supplier Quality Compliance & Performance
Cost Savings & Value Delivery
Risk Management & Business Continuity
Supplier Relationship Management
Commercial & Contract Management
Team Leadership & Capability Development
Market Intelligence & Continuous Improvement
Stakeholder Management
Procurement Governance & Performance Management
Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing
Qualification and Relevant Experience
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Procurement Commerce Business Pharmacy Science Engineering or related discipline. Postgraduate qualification and/or CIPS advantageous
8-10 years progressive procurement/strategic sourcing experience preferably in pharmaceutical healthcare or regulated manufacturing
Experience managing significant direct-material spend and complex supplier portfolios
Strong API excipient/raw material and/or packaging sourcing negotiation and SRM experience.
Proven people leadership experience
Multi-site manufacturing and CMO material-supply experience advantageous
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical quality regulatory supplier qualification and business continuity requirements
Employee Benefits & Perks
We dont just care for life we power up your growth while were at it
Individual centered upskilling
Mentorship & Coaching Pathways
Wellness First: physio mindfulness mobility sessions & more
Full-Day Birthday Leave
Recognition & Great Place to Work Vibes
Green Office Spaces Built for Well-being
Ready to Apply
Hit Apply Now below. At Cipla we dont just hire talent we invest in voices that move us forward
About Company
Cipla is a market-leading medicine maker in India. The company has roughly 5,500 pharmaceutical products. Some are sold domestically, while the rest reach international markets in some 170 countries. It offers prescription drugs for all kinds of ailments -- arthritis, cancer, depressi ... View more
