Director, Indirect Procurement (Strategic) (Interim Contract)
Role: Full-time, permanent
Location: Stockley Park, West London
Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.
The Role:
Responsible for developing and executing the indirect procurement strategy to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance across all non-production categories. This role ensures alignment with business objectives, drives innovation in sourcing practices, and fosters strong supplier relationships to deliver long term value.
Strategy Development & Execution
• Define and implement a global indirect procurement strategy aligned with corporate goals.
Supplier Management & Negotiation
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance and innovation.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Partner with senior leadership and functional heads to understand business needs and priorities.
Governance & Risk Management
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements. Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and mentor a team of category managers and procurement professionals based offshore
The Person:
Degree level education preferably in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field MBA or equivalent preferred
Substantial procurement experience, with proven experience in a leadership role focused on indirect categories.
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization.
Strong understanding of procurement technology platforms and digital transformation initiatives. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
The Rewards:
In return, we offer a competitive salary and rewards package (including holiday, bonus and pension scheme). Not to mention the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in a new and dynamic role within a progressive and expanding business, at an exciting time of growing international reach.
How to Apply:
If you possess the experience, passion and ability to make this role a success then we would like to hear from you. Please complete your Candidate Profile on our careers site to apply for this role. The closing date is For more information, you can contact us on: -
A Bit About:
Us Accord Healthcare Europe is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Accord has one of the largest market footprints of any European generic and biosimilars companies selling generic medicines in over 80 countries around the world. This global footprint enables us to deliver vital, affordable medicines to national health systems supporting healthcare professionals to transform patient lives worldwide. The approach of Accord is agile and inventive, always seeking to improve products and patients' access to them. Accord are driven to think differently and deliver more for the benefit of patients worldwide. To continue our growth, we're looking for the best and brightest technical minds and forward-thinking business professionals. Keeping our people at the heart of all we do, we offer rewarding opportunities for those looking for continued personal and professional growth, investing in training and development tailored to each individual's focus. So, if you're looking for an inclusive company to take your career to the next level, you're certainly in the right place; come and join us to make it better.