Head of Commercial and Procurement

About Shalina Healthcare: We are one of the largest, privately owned pharmaceutical businesses across Africa (Global Head Quarters Dubai, UAE) with recent forays across multiple, new lines of businesses, viz., Digital Healthcare, Diagnostics, Consumer Healthcare, etc. Over the last 40 years, operating across multiple geographies, we have made it our mission to provide quality medicines to those who need it the most. We manufacture and distribute branded prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical and consumer products, across a broad range of therapeutic groups, including anti-malarial, anti-biotics, anti-inflammatory, respiratory, gastrointestinal, nutrition, oral care, dermatology, sexual well-being, and antiseptic liquids & soaps. Leading brands, great teams and a focus on influencing the well-being of people have made Shalina a household name in Africa. We have a track record few can match, and our brands are among the most trusted in Africa. Our vision for 2030 is to be the health champion of Sub-Saharan Africa. To achieve this, we are looking for the right people to join us and create a lasting impact not just within our company but on the communities that we serve; Role: Global Head – Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Incumbent in this role will lead the Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Function for the Firm, formulating & driving strategies that align with the company’s business goals. The incumbent will ensure the optimization of sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency, manage the bottom-line impact, and mitigate risks in the supply chain. SHL is expanding its global manufacturing footprint; the incumbent thus, would be responsible for setting up local sourcing expertise at multiple locations in the African Continent. Lead the global team for procurement/sourcing of APIs, RM, PM & Capital Goods. Lead the team for all Contract manufacturing for Third Party procurement Finished Goods, across India, China & countries across the African Continent. Evaluate demand patterns and develop a procurement roadmap that speaks to the short-term requirements as well as long-term Strategies. Contribute to preparation of long-term plans, annual operating plans, providing inputs from a sourcing/ procurement perspective. Lead development and implementation of the functional processes, policies and tools that contribute to achievement of business objectives. Develop and implement relevant global, regional, and local category strategies where appropriate, leveraging affiliate volumes and synergies at the highest possible level. Implement supplier relationship management and governance programs to ensure/ increase value and supplier performance and drive innovation within the spend categories. Define and implement guided buying concepts and procurement channels for realization of sourcing strategies and overall business value. Ensure sourcing practices are in accordance with corporate ethics, financial policy, and internal control requirements. Mentor and develop capabilities of the commercial teams by managing all aspects such as career development, coaching, objective-setting and performance management. Essential qualifications, experience and skills: ~ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Life Sciences or relevant disciplines in Humanities; MBA desirable. ~ Experience in the African Markets is an added advantage. ~15+ years strategic procurement experience with extensive knowledge of category management and advanced sourcing, vendor management and complex contract negotiations expertise. ~ Experience leading multiple categories and sourcing teams within the pharmaceutical (formulations) industry. ~ Experience working cross-culturally with diverse colleagues. ~ Ability to travel domestically/ internationally up to 25% of the time.