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.
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.