Procurement ManagerRobert Half

Description

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager / Designated Representative to join a growing international organization establishing its U.S. operations in Parsippany, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in launching and expanding U.S. operations, with a strong focus on pharmaceutical wholesale distribution, regulatory compliance, procurement, and vendor management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical wholesale distribution and must meet New Jersey Department of Health (NJ DOH) qualifications to serve as a Designated Representative (DR).

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the company's Designated Representative for NJ pharmaceutical wholesale distribution licensing.

• Lead procurement, sourcing, and vendor management activities.

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify U.S. suppliers and vendors.

• Verify supplier and customer licensing, registrations, and regulatory compliance.

• Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Prepare for and serve as the primary point of contact during NJ DOH inspections.

• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

• Coordinate purchasing activities and support international product exports.

• Maintain accurate procurement, supplier, and regulatory documentation.

• Support future warehouse operations, including inventory management, receiving inspections, product storage, and handling procedures.

• Assist in expanding operations across healthcare products, dietary supplements, OTC products, and potentially prescription pharmaceuticals.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of managerial or supervisory experience at a pharmaceutical wholesale distribution facility licensed and registered in New Jersey.

• Must meet NJ DOH eligibility requirements to serve as a Designated Representative.

• Verifiable employment history supporting NJ pharmaceutical wholesale distribution licensing requirements.

• Experience with pharmaceutical wholesale distribution regulations and compliance.

• Strong knowledge of SOP development, regulatory inspections, and audit preparation.

• Experience in procurement, sourcing, vendor qualification, and supplier compliance.

• Familiarity with pharmaceutical product handling, inventory management, and regulated storage operations.

• Ability to provide approximately 7 years of employment history for licensing purposes.

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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