Comparator Strategic Sourcing Manager – Clinical Trial Supplies / Comparator Sourcing
Remote (Europe)
An established and growing pharmaceutical sourcing organization is seeking an experienced Strategic Comparator Sourcing Manager to strengthen and expand its European supplier network within the clinical trial supplies sector.
This is a highly visible role for someone with strong industry relationships who enjoys building partnerships, identifying new sourcing channels, and driving commercial growth across comparator and reference listed drug (RLD) supply chains.
Key Responsibilities
* Expand and strengthen relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and sourcing partners across Europe.
* Identify and onboard new suppliers to support global comparator sourcing activities.
* Negotiate commercial agreements and secure competitive supply solutions.
* Support sourcing strategies for clinical trial comparator and reference products.
* Work closely with commercial and operational teams to deliver successful client outcomes.
* Monitor market dynamics, supplier capabilities, and sourcing opportunities.
* Represent the business at industry conferences and networking events.
Ideal Background
* Experience within comparator sourcing, clinical trial supplies, clinical supply chain, pharmaceutical procurement, or strategic sourcing.
* Existing network of pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and sourcing partners across Europe.
* Strong commercial negotiation and relationship management skills.
* Comfortable working autonomously within a fast-moving entrepreneurial environment.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
* High-impact strategic role with significant autonomy.
* Opportunity to directly influence supplier network growth and sourcing strategy.
* Established infrastructure and operational support already in place.
* Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong growth ambitions.
* Remote working with occasional European travel.
Location: Europe (remote)
Keywords:
Clinical Trial Supplies / Comparator Sourcing / Pharmaceutical Supply Chain / Supplier Network / Manufacturers / Drug manufacturers / wholesalers / CTS / Strategic Sourcing / Comparators