Looking for an exciting career opportunity in the pharmaceutical industry? Ipca Laboratories Limited has announced recruitment for the position of Executive / Senior Executive – Commercial at its Tarapur, Maharashtra manufacturing facility. Candidates with experience in commercial procurement and a mechanical engineering background are invited to apply.

If you have experience in pharmaceutical procurement, vendor management, inventory planning, and documentation, this is an excellent opportunity to join a USFDA-approved Pharma API manufacturing plant.

Job Overview

Company: Ipca Laboratories Limited

Position: Executive / Senior Executive – Commercial

Job Location: Tarapur, Maharashtra (On-site)

Plant: Pharma API – USFDA Approved

Experience: 5–8 Years

Qualification: Diploma or BE (Mechanical)

Preferred Candidate: Pharmaceutical industry background

Roles & Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

Procurement Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for APIs and raw materials.
• Float enquiries, collect quotations, negotiate pricing, and finalize commercial terms.
• Ensure cost optimization without compromising quality and compliance.
• Review purchase requisitions and process timely purchase orders.

Vendor Management

• Maintain and update vendor database and approved vendor list.
• Coordinate with QA, QC, and Regulatory teams.
• Resolve supplier-related issues including delivery delays and documentation gaps.

Inventory Planning

• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Coordinate with Production and Warehouse teams.
• Ensure timely supplier follow-up for dispatch schedules.

Documentation Compliance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company and regulatory requirements.
• Review CoA, MSDS, and technical documents before procurement.
• Maintain procurement records, quotations, pricing comparisons, and contracts.
• Support audits through accurate procurement documentation.

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with Finance for vendor payments and invoice reconciliation.
• Work closely with QA/QC for material clearance and sampling updates.
• Share procurement status with Purchase Manager and Management.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or
• BE (Mechanical)
• 5–8 years of relevant commercial procurement experience.
• Pharmaceutical industry background is preferred.
• Experience in procurement within a USFDA-approved facility will be an added advantage.

Preferred Profile

• API procurement experience.
• Knowledge of vendor development and commercial negotiations.
• Strong documentation and compliance skills.
• Good coordination and communication abilities.

Salary & Benefits

Expected Salary: ₹7,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 per annum (approximate, depending on experience and company policies).

Benefits may include:

• Competitive compensation package
• Career growth opportunities
• Exposure to a USFDA-approved manufacturing facility
• Professional work environment
• Employee benefits as per company policy

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send their updated resume via email.

Email: abhishek.patil@ipca.com

While applying, mention the following details:

• Current CTC
• Expected CTC
• Notice Period