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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 23d ago
Apply by Sep 28
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Assistant Manager will lead packaging procurement activities, serving as a liaison between R&D, engineering, and external suppliers to support new product launches. They are responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a graduate or postgraduate degree in science, commerce, or business administration with at least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience. Strong project management skills, knowledge of GMP, and proficiency in ERP systems are required for this role.
Full job description
About Apotex Inc.
Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.
This dual-role position combines category management with strategic business partnering responsibilities to support Apotex’s procurement objectives with a dedicated focus on Apotex R&D Packaging and ARPL Packaging category
The Procurement Specialist – will serve as the primary liaison between Internal Research & Development (R&D), launch team, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and external suppliers, supporting the development of innovative packaging devices, new product launch and post submission requirement. This role is also responsible for leveraging commercial buying power and supplier relationship owned by procurement to ensure maximize the negotiation power and achieve the targeted completion date.
Job Responsibilities
Support NPD packaging materials and vendor sourcing, including inhouse component selection and new component sourcing. Participate in manufacturer selection and qualification through cross-functional collaboration. (NPD- new product development)
Support NPD post submission packaging requirements and LPD. (LPD- new product launch)
Ensure SDCs are communicated and assessed prior to commercialization; Support pre-commercialiation OOS events. (SDC- supplier driven change; OOS- out of spec)
Support component improvements and design modifications
Manage supplier readiness for development, submission, launch, and commercial supply
Partner with internal teams and external manufacturers on technical, quality, and regulatory matters
Define, plan, monitor, and report progress against timelines and deliverables.
Provide market and business intelligence to support component and supplier sourcing
Maintain internal procedures and interfaces across divisions
Ensure smooth handover of projects between R&D, commercial, and tech transfer teams.
Facilitate cross organizations and function teams meeting and discussion; Foster trust-based relationships through open, honest communication
Support tasks such as Supply Agreements, CDAs, MTAs and QAAs. (CDA- Confidentiality Agreeement; MTA- material transfer agreement; QAA- Quality Assurance Agreeement)
Identifying and implementing cost reduction and savings opportunities. Maximizing global purchasing power to benefit Apotex ARPL.
Enhancing supplier relationships, performance, and communication.
Driving continuous improvement in sourcing, pricing, and supplier engagement.
Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Education
Graduate/ Post Graduate in Science/ Commerce, Economist (Business Administration) or Scientist (Chemistry, Chemical engineering, Pharmacology etc.).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and service oriented
Strong organisational skills; ability to work independently and manage priorities and conflicts
Strong understanding of GMP and Pharmaceutical requirements
Expierence of Project Management
Knowledge of Supply Chain principles and Procurement practice
Knowledge of and experience with the MS-Office suite of products and ERP system
Knowledge of parharceutical combination product device is an asset
Flexible on time when needed
Experience
5+ years progressive experience the pharmaceutical industry
2+ years proven experience in project management
2+ years proven experience in procurement
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming andaccessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.
We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
At Apotex, we are a global team empowering everyone to achieve better health. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for people around the world, with a portfolio comprising more than 550 generic, biosimilar, and innovative medicines, along with more than 225 natural health products. Headquartered in Toronto, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice in the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. Learn more about us at www.apotex.com.
To report an Adverse Reaction/Experience to Apotex, or an Apotex affiliated company, please contact: [email protected].
Offices: 150 Signet Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L1T9, CA · 50 Steinway Boulevard, Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 6Y3, CA · 380 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 5H2, CA · 34 Spalding Drive, Brantford, Ontario N3T 6B8, CA · 2400 N Commerce Pkwy, Suite 400, Weston, Florida 33326, US
At Apotex, we are a global team empowering everyone to achieve better health. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for people around the world, with a portfolio comprising more than 550 generic, biosimilar, and innovative medicines, along with more than 225 natural health products. Headquartered in Toronto, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice in the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. Learn more about us at www.apotex.com.
To report an Adverse Reaction/Experience to Apotex, or an Apotex affiliated company, please contact: [email protected].
Offices: 150 Signet Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L1T9, CA · 50 Steinway Boulevard, Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 6Y3, CA · 380 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 5H2, CA · 34 Spalding Drive, Brantford, Ontario N3T 6B8, CA · 2400 N Commerce Pkwy, Suite 400, Weston, Florida 33326, US