Jubilant Biosys Limited
Website:
jubilantbiosys.com
Job details:
Jubilant Bhartia Group is a global conglomerate founded by Mr. Shyam S. Bhartia and Mr. Hari S. Bhartia with strong presence in diverse sectors like Pharmaceuticals, Life Science Ingredients, Contract Research & Development Services, Therapeutics, Performance Polymers, Food Service (QSR), Food, Auto, Consulting in Aerospace and Oilfield Services. Group has global presence employing around 42,000 people across the globe with over 2,400 in North America.
Jubilant Biosys Limited
Jubilant Biosys Limited (formerly Jubilant Life Sciences Limited) is a company with global presence that is involved in Radiopharma, Allergy Immunotherapy, CDMO Sterile Injectables, Contract Research Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CRDMO), Generics and Proprietary Novel Drugs businesses.
In the Radiopharma business, the Company is involved in manufacturing and supply of Radiopharmaceuticals with a network of 46 radio-pharmacies in the US. The Company’s Allergy Immunotherapy business is involved in the manufacturing and supply of allergic extracts and venom products in the US and in some other markets such as Canada, Europe and Australia. Jubilant through its CDMO Sterile Injectables business offers manufacturing services including sterile fill and finish injectables (both liquid and lyophilization), full-service ophthalmic offer (liquids, ointments & creams) and ampoules.
The CRDMO business of the Company includes the Drug Discovery Services business that provides contract research and development services through two world-class research centres in Bangalore and Noida in India and the CDMO-API business that is involved in the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. Jubilant Therapeutics is involved in Proprietary Novel Drugs business and is an innovative biopharmaceutical company developing breakthrough therapies in the area of oncology and autoimmune disorders. The company operates six manufacturing facilities that cater to all the regulated market including USA, Europe and other geographies.
Find out more about us at www.jubilantpharmova.com
The Position
Organization - Jubilant Biosys Limited
Designation - Manager- Engineering Procurement (API)
Work Location - Nanjangud, Mysore
Role Purpose:
To lead engineering sourcing and procurement for Jubilant Biosys API and CDMO manufacturing operations, ensuring timely availability of process equipment, utilities and engineering services to support plant operations, maintenance, ongoing capex expansion projects including R&D projects and maintenance while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance with GMP standards.
Key Responsibilities: - Engineering Procurement – API &CDMO Operations
- Manage procurement of critical engineering equipment such as:
- Reactors, ANFD, centrifuges, dryers, filtration systems
- Utility systems (Boilers, HVAC, Chillers, ETP/STP, solvent recovery systems)
- Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation (MEP) items
- Handle both capex and engineering procurement and MRO (maintenance) sourcing for API plants.
- Capex / Project Procurement / Opex procurement
- Work closely with Engineering & Projects team for ongoing capacity expansion and plant modifications.
- Ensure on-time procurement aligned with project schedules.
- Track PR to PO cycle and delivery to meet timelines without impacting project timelines. Expedite critical items on priority basis to speed up completion of project
- Opex items related to QC, R&D and production requirements
- Vendor Development & Management
- Identify and develop reliable vendors for engineering categories.
- Drive vendor qualification in line with GMP, EHS, and QA requirements.
- Build strong vendor base across Karnataka and pan-India for API equipment.
- Cost Optimization & Commercial Excellence
- Lead techno-commercial negotiations for cost savings and value engineering.
- Run RFQs, comparisons, and finalize cost-effective sourcing solutions.
- Drive year-on-year cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
- Compliance & Audit Readiness
- Ensure procurement processes comply with:
- cGMP requirements
- Jubilant procurement policies
- EHS and statutory norms
- Maintain complete documentation for audits (internal / regulatory / customer).
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Partner with:
- Engineering & Maintenance teams
- QA/QC for vendor approvals
- Finance for budgeting & payment tracking
- Provide management updates on procurement status, risks, and savings.
Key Requirements:
Education:
- B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical Engineering
- MBA (Supply Chain/Operations) – Preferred
Experience:
- 12+ years in procurement / sourcing
- Minimum 5+ years in API / Pharma / Chemical manufacturing setup
- Strong experience in engineering procurement & project sourcing
Key Skills:
- Strong understanding of API plant equipment & utilities
- Vendor development & contract management
- Negotiation and cost control expertise
- Knowledge of GMP / regulatory compliance
- Project procurement & stakeholder management
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