Acerca de Apotex Inc. Apotex es una empresa global de salud con sede en Canadá. Mejoramos el acceso diario a medicamentos y productos de salud asequibles e innovadores para millones de personas en todo el mundo, con un amplio portafolio de productos farmacéuticos genéricos, biosimilares, innovadores de marca y productos de salud para el consumidor. Con sede en Toronto y oficinas regionales a nivel mundial, incluyendo Estados Unidos, México e India, somos la empresa farmacéutica más grande con sede en Canadá y un socio de salud preferido en las Américas para licencias farmacéuticas y adquisiciones de productos.Job SummaryResponsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) from Rest-of-World suppliers (North America and Europe). Drives cost optimization and value creation while ensuring a compliant, high-quality, and reliable supplier base aligned with Apotex's short- and long-term business objectives. Leads supplier performance improvement, relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply continuity, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.Job ResponsibilitiesIdentify and recommend long-term development and supply partners based on market requirements, including pricing, quality, delivery, and regulatory considerationsLead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings targets and drive additional value-creation opportunitiesManage supplier readiness across development, regulatory submission, product launch, and commercial supply phasesPartner with internal stakeholders and external manufacturers on technical, quality,



and regulatory mattersSupport supplier-driven changes and manage raw material OOS/OOT investigations and resolutionsDrive technical sourcing initiatives and lead cross-functional issue resolution effortsDefine, plan, monitor, and report progress against project timelines and key deliverablesParticipate in manufacturer selection and qualification through cross-functional collaborationProvide market and business intelligence to support Project Management, Global R&D, Procurement, and Commercial teamsMaintain and improve internal processes, procedures, and cross-functional interfacesEnsure seamless project handovers across R&D, Tech Transfer, and Commercial teamsBuild and sustain solid, trust-based relationships through open and transparent communicationLead initiatives to ensure cost competitiveness and reliable, on-time API supplySupport contracting activities, including Supply Agreements, Due Diligence, and Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs)Foster a culture of open, two-way communication, while actively seeking feedback to continuously strengthen leadership effectivenessPerform other duties as assignedJob RequirementsEducationGraduate degree: Commerce, Economist (Business Administration) or Scientist (Chemistry, Chemical engineering, Pharmacology etc.)Knowledge,



Skills And AbilitiesAt least 5 years of experience in API sourcing and procurement within the pharmaceutical industryStrong knowledge of the global API supplier landscapeSolid understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirementsDemonstrated leadership capability with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in team environmentsExcellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skillsStrong organizational skills with keen attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency and speedSound understanding of supply chain principles and end-to-end processesAdaptable and effective in managing change within dynamic environmentsCustomer-focused mindset with a strong service orientationProven ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments and manage relationships with global stakeholders and suppliersFluent in EnglishTravel RequirementsThis position is based in MexicoOccasionally and primarily to visit, meet local suppliers and manufacturers and internationally for exhibitions, trade fares and potentially for training, workshops, conferences, as deemed necessaryEn Apotex, estamos comprometidos con fomentar un entorno laboral inclusivo y accesible, donde todas las personas se sientan valoradas, respetadas y respaldadas para desarrollarse plenamente. Como parte de nuestro proceso de reclutamiento, ofrecemos adecuaciones según las necesidades individuales de las personas con discapacidad. Antes de programar una entrevista, por favor infórmanos si requieres de algún tipo de apoyo. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Sr. Buyer (Toronto)
🏢 Apotex
📍 Toronto