Pharmaceutical Buyer

Uniphar

. Source pharmaceutical products within the UK and worldwide to support client-base expansion .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeStockley Park • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including sourcing pharmaceutical products, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with trade regulations. Proficient in managing supplier relationships and utilizing procurement software to optimize purchasing strategies.

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Procurement Specialist ExperienceTrade Regulations KnowledgeNegotiation SkillsAnalytical MindsetProficiency in ERP Systems

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Hard Skills

SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementImport/Export ProceduresData AnalysisQMS CompliancePurchase Order ManagementMarket ResearchStock MonitoringSupplier Performance MonitoringPricing Negotiation

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicResilienceDetail-OrientedProblem-SolvingAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Procurement SoftwareERP SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ProductsComplianceEuropean Trade RegulationsCustoms LawsSupplier Qualifications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source pharmaceutical products within the UK and worldwide to support client-base expansion
Ensure compliance with importation requirements
Negotiate prices with manufacturers and expand the product portfolio
Quote customers and build supplier relationships
Work with sales, operations, quality, regulatory, and finance stakeholders
Research and identify new products and suppliers
Find alternatives for difficult-to-source products
Maintain supplier relationships to ensure product availability and best pricing
Maximise inter-group purchases
Monitor supplier performance, volumes, pricing, and lead times
Support the PS team with unlicensed demand in the UK market
Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, supply disruptions, and excess stock
Act as the main supplier point of contact and expand import/export lines
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams
Ensure procurement complies with European and international trade and customs regulations
Maintain purchasing and sales records and produce procurement, supplier, customer, and market reports
Work with the quality team on QMS compliance, training records, and supplier/customer qualifications
Create items and update internal documents
Chase outstanding supplier orders
Run transaction and shortage-line reports
Raise purchase orders
Run reports for shortage lines and products on the export ban list

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, or similar role (minimum 3-5 years)
Knowledge and experience of trade regulations, import/export procedures, and customs laws would be an advantage
Strong work ethic, resilience, and drive
Ability to work in an entrepreneurial culture requiring rapid response and quick, sound decisions
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Analytical mindset and ability to work with large sets of data and make informed decisions
Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems (e.g. Exact, SAP, Oracle)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Fluency in English is essential
Additional European languages (e.g., French, German, Spanish, Italian) are a strong plus
Detail-oriented and highly organised
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing market conditions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proactive approach to sourcing, relationship management, and process improvements
Role based out of one of Uniphar's headquarters in Ireland or the UK

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, permanent employment
Hybrid working available
Flexible, progressive support for work-life integration
Opportunity for growth and advancement within a dynamic, international environment
Occasional travel to meet suppliers and customers and attend trade fairs