Director of Procurement

Gifthealth

. Lead end-to-end sourcing for specialty and traditional medications .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on negotiation, vendor performance, and compliance with industry regulations. Capable of developing predictive analytics and forecasting models to enhance operational efficiency and strategic sourcing.

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Pharmaceutical ProcurementNegotiation ExperienceVendor ManagementSupply Chain OptimizationContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Drug Pricing StructuresDemand ForecastingInventory ManagementPredictive AnalyticsRFP ManagementBudgetingData Privacy ComplianceDSCSA CompliancePharmaceutical Distribution KnowledgeContract Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCross-Functional LeadershipMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

PharmDMBA

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ProcurementSpecialty PharmacyDirect-to-Patient DeliverySaaS ContractsState Pharmacy Law

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end sourcing for specialty and traditional medications
Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply commitments with manufacturers, wholesalers, and group purchasing organizations
Build and manage manufacturer and distributor partnerships to secure priority allocation and dependable supply
Own RFPs, negotiations, renewals, and vendor performance processes
Partner with clinical, pharmacy operations, and finance teams on demand forecasting and inventory management
Ensure procurement practices meet DSCSA, state board of pharmacy, payer, data privacy, security, insurance, and indemnification requirements
Track drug pricing trends, rebate opportunities, and supply constraints to adjust sourcing strategy
Build, mentor, and grow the procurement team
Design forecasting models and dashboards for supplier spend, inventory, and budgeting
Develop predictive analytics to improve operational efficiency and supply chain optimization
Manage corporate and technology procurement, facilities and capital equipment, professional services, non-pharma operational supplies, and marketing/vendor spend
Own enterprise-wide procurement policy, approval thresholds, and PO/contract workflows
Maintain centralized vendor master and contract repositories
Partner with Finance on budgeting across all cost centers
Report to the Senior Director of Pharmacy Supply Chain and participate in regular alignment meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare procurement and supply chain
Direct negotiation experience with drug manufacturers and wholesalers
Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution channels, drug pricing structures, DSCSA, and state pharmacy law
Proven track record managing complex vendor contracts and delivering measurable cost savings
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, pharmacy, or a related field
Strong negotiation, analytical, and cross-functional leadership skills
Interest in corporate procurement or strategic sourcing, including SaaS/tech contracts, facilities, and capital projects
Contract and legal negotiation experience beyond manufacturer agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, and licensing terms
Experience with specialty pharmacy or direct-to-patient (DTP) delivery models preferred
Familiarity with GLP-1 and other high-demand specialty medication supply chains preferred
PharmD or MBA preferred
Experience building or scaling a procurement function at a high-growth health tech company preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Business travel may be required
Full-time employment
Exempt employment classification