What are the responsibilities and job description for the North American Regional Indirect Procurement Manager position at Recordati?
With its beginnings in a family run pharmacy in Correggio, Italy in the 1920s, Recordati is now a global pharmaceutical company, listed on the Italian stock exchange, with over 4,500 employees and turnover of over Euro 2bn.
We are a group of like-minded, passionate individuals who go to extraordinary lengths for our patients, customers, partners, investors and the people across the globe who we serve. We develop and commercialise medicines to serve people living with common diseases, as well as those living with some of the rarest, in around 150 countries.
At Recordati, our mantra is simple. We’ve always believed that health, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest, is a right, not a privilege. Whether that is for common diseases or the rarest – we want to give people the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.
This drive will never stop. Together, we will always be reimagining tomorrow – with new ideas, new technologies and new innovations to fight diseases.
Recordati. Unlocking the full potential of life.
This position is with Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD), North America, an affiliate of Recordati.
Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD) develops high-impact therapies for rare diseases, focusing on providing treatments to underserved communities in the U.S. Our mission is to mitigate the impact of rare diseases through increased awareness, better diagnoses, and improved treatment access in endocrinology, metabolic, hematology and oncology franchises. RRD is dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth and a significant impact on patients' lives.
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Head, Group Indirect Procurement
Direct Reports: None
Areas Managed: Indirect procurement for US and Canada
Overview
The North American Regional Indirect Procurement Manager will establish and lead the Indirect Procurement function across the U.S. and Canada. This role is responsible for driving value through strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple categories and functions.
As a key contributor to business performance, this individual will ensure the cost-effective and timely procurement of goods and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement
Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with global category management and North American leadership priorities
Ensure alignment with budget targets and company guidelines
Negotiation & Supplier Strategy
Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to maximize value
Procurement Operations & Governance
Establish and oversee procurement processes, tools, and governance frameworks
Provide training and guidance to stakeholders on procurement systems and best practices
Contract Management
Oversee contract development, review, and compliance with agreed terms and conditions
Cost Optimization
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through market insights and supplier negotiations
Ensure compliance with preferred supplier programs and effectively manage tail spend
Process Improvement
Continuously enhance procurement processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, HR, and other functions to align procurement activities with business needs
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards
Maintain compliance with pharmacovigilance and adverse event reporting obligations
Category Expertise & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the regional subject matter expert across assigned spend categories
Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities and deliver value
Additional Responsibilities
Perform additional duties as may be assigned.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or a related field
5 years’ experience in indirect procurement, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management
Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industries preferred
Demonstrated success managing procurement strategies across multiple geographies and business units
Experience leading regional or global procurement initiatives
Ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders, including VP and GM-level leaders
Experience contributing to leadership team discussions and driving business outcomes
Relevant previous experience in a similar role, preferably in healthcare and/or in mass market distributed businesses.
Prior experience in establishing an Indirect Procurement organization within an affiliate of matrixed organization.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Based upon job requirements, employee may be required at times to attend meetings including travel out of state over weekends and nights. Employee must be able to freely operate and travel by car and train/plane modes of transportation. Employee is required to have a valid driver’s license and means of transportation.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to fly via commercial air carrier.
This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally is required to lift and/or move light to moderate weight up to 25 lbs.
Location/Travel
Location: Bridgewater, NJ (Headquarters)
Hybrid: Minimum of 3 days onsite per week
Travel: Up to 25%, including domestic and international travel (Canada and Italy)
FLSA Classification
This position is considered Exempt
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Recordati Rare Diseases to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Further, Recordati Rare Diseases will not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Recordati Rare Diseases will provide reasonable accommodate for qualified individual with disabilities.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required.
Disclosures
Base Pay Range: $109,800 to $164,700 per year.
Health and Insurance Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, orthodontia, and vision coverage; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Retirement Benefits: Eligibility to participate in the company's 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, company holidays, and sick/personal time provided in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
At Recordati we believe in people! Inspired by our purpose - unlocking the full potential of life - we are committed to creating a diverse environment and cultivating a culture of inclusion. We strive to continually lead with our values and beliefs, enabling our employees to bring their whole selves to work and develop their potential.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, develop and reward without regard to, amongst others, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, race, ethnicity, political or religious belief.
If you are looking to join a company where you can try new things, speak openly, and be bold, we invite you to apply today.
We are a group of like-minded, passionate individuals who go to extraordinary lengths for our patients, customers, partners, investors and the people across the globe who we serve. We develop and commercialise medicines to serve people living with common diseases, as well as those living with some of the rarest, in around 150 countries.
At Recordati, our mantra is simple. We’ve always believed that health, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest, is a right, not a privilege. Whether that is for common diseases or the rarest – we want to give people the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.
This drive will never stop. Together, we will always be reimagining tomorrow – with new ideas, new technologies and new innovations to fight diseases.
Recordati. Unlocking the full potential of life.
This position is with Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD), North America, an affiliate of Recordati.
Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD) develops high-impact therapies for rare diseases, focusing on providing treatments to underserved communities in the U.S. Our mission is to mitigate the impact of rare diseases through increased awareness, better diagnoses, and improved treatment access in endocrinology, metabolic, hematology and oncology franchises. RRD is dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth and a significant impact on patients' lives.
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Head, Group Indirect Procurement
Direct Reports: None
Areas Managed: Indirect procurement for US and Canada
Overview
The North American Regional Indirect Procurement Manager will establish and lead the Indirect Procurement function across the U.S. and Canada. This role is responsible for driving value through strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple categories and functions.
As a key contributor to business performance, this individual will ensure the cost-effective and timely procurement of goods and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement
Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with global category management and North American leadership priorities
Ensure alignment with budget targets and company guidelines
Negotiation & Supplier Strategy
Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to maximize value
Procurement Operations & Governance
Establish and oversee procurement processes, tools, and governance frameworks
Provide training and guidance to stakeholders on procurement systems and best practices
Contract Management
Oversee contract development, review, and compliance with agreed terms and conditions
Cost Optimization
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through market insights and supplier negotiations
Ensure compliance with preferred supplier programs and effectively manage tail spend
Process Improvement
Continuously enhance procurement processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, HR, and other functions to align procurement activities with business needs
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards
Maintain compliance with pharmacovigilance and adverse event reporting obligations
Category Expertise & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the regional subject matter expert across assigned spend categories
Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities and deliver value
Additional Responsibilities
Perform additional duties as may be assigned.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or a related field
5 years’ experience in indirect procurement, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management
Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industries preferred
Demonstrated success managing procurement strategies across multiple geographies and business units
Experience leading regional or global procurement initiatives
Ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders, including VP and GM-level leaders
Experience contributing to leadership team discussions and driving business outcomes
Relevant previous experience in a similar role, preferably in healthcare and/or in mass market distributed businesses.
Prior experience in establishing an Indirect Procurement organization within an affiliate of matrixed organization.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Based upon job requirements, employee may be required at times to attend meetings including travel out of state over weekends and nights. Employee must be able to freely operate and travel by car and train/plane modes of transportation. Employee is required to have a valid driver’s license and means of transportation.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to fly via commercial air carrier.
This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally is required to lift and/or move light to moderate weight up to 25 lbs.
Location/Travel
Location: Bridgewater, NJ (Headquarters)
Hybrid: Minimum of 3 days onsite per week
Travel: Up to 25%, including domestic and international travel (Canada and Italy)
FLSA Classification
This position is considered Exempt
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Recordati Rare Diseases to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Further, Recordati Rare Diseases will not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Recordati Rare Diseases will provide reasonable accommodate for qualified individual with disabilities.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required.
Disclosures
Base Pay Range: $109,800 to $164,700 per year.
Health and Insurance Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, orthodontia, and vision coverage; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Retirement Benefits: Eligibility to participate in the company's 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, company holidays, and sick/personal time provided in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
At Recordati we believe in people! Inspired by our purpose - unlocking the full potential of life - we are committed to creating a diverse environment and cultivating a culture of inclusion. We strive to continually lead with our values and beliefs, enabling our employees to bring their whole selves to work and develop their potential.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, develop and reward without regard to, amongst others, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, race, ethnicity, political or religious belief.
If you are looking to join a company where you can try new things, speak openly, and be bold, we invite you to apply today.
Salary : $109,800 - $164,700