Manager - Procurement

Shalina Healthcare is a market leader in providing quality healthcare products at affordable prices across Africa. Sourcing from WHO-approved facilities in India and China, we ensure a wide range of over 250 products, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as consumer hygiene products like our brand Germol. With over 40 years of experience in the African market, we have earned a reputation for reliability and excellence in healthcare provision. As a Manager - Procurement at Shalina, based in Navi Mumbai, India, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring engineering-related materials, equipment, and services. Your role will involve ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, optimizing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of critical assets for smooth operations. Your key responsibilities will include procurement of various items such as utility equipment, manufacturing machines, lab instruments, and materials for brown and greenfield projects in India and Africa. You will also manage vendor and supplier relationships, conduct audits, and evaluate performance to maintain quality standards. Cost optimization through strategic sourcing, negotiations, and market analysis will be crucial for this role. To qualify for this position, you should hold an Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical, or an MBA in Material Management, with 10-12 years of experience in engineering procurement in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing industry. Knowledge of pharma equipment procurement, regulatory requirements, SAP/ERP systems, and supplier contract management is essential. Key skills required for this role include strong negotiation and vendor management abilities, understanding of CAPEX and OPEX procurement in pharmaceuticals, knowledge of engineering maintenance requirements, familiarity with global and local pharma regulations, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Join us at Shalina Healthcare and be a part of our mission to help people live longer and healthier lives in Africa. Visit our website at http://www.shalina.com/ for more information.,