Procurement Manager

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.