Manager / Senior Manager - Pharma Purchase

Over the past 15 years, Medanta has created an unrivaled impact in delivering world-class multi-specialty care for patients in India. Medanta operates hospitals in Gurgaon, Lucknow, Patna, Indore, and Ranchi, along with clinics at various locations including Defence Colony (South Delhi), Cybercity & Subhash Chowk (Gurgaon), and the Delhi Airport. In addition to healthcare services, Medanta has ventured into the Retail vertical through Diagnostics (Laboratory Services) and Pharmacies, and has also launched homecare services. The organization is committed to scaling up existing facilities, expanding into new geographical areas, and exploring new opportunities within the Healthcare ecosystem, such as establishing a Medical College. As Medanta continues to grow and innovate in healthcare delivery, exceptional talent is being sought to contribute towards achieving the organization's vision and personal professional aspirations. Objective: The primary objective of this role is to oversee the sourcing of Medicines/FMCG/FMHG category products for Medanta's Hospital, Retail, and OPD pharmacy services. The incumbent will be responsible for sourcing goods, establishing processes aligned with the existing supply chain system, managing contracts, maintaining strong relationships with service providers, ensuring product quality, and meeting timelines consistently. Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate with business/store teams to determine product requirements and availability - Manage category management, vendor identification, and development - Plan assortment by identifying, negotiating, and onboarding brands relevant to specific regions/stores - Monitor and manage margin/profitability for different categories - Introduce new brands periodically for category refreshment - Implement visual merchandising and planogramming guidelines, ensuring adherence - Oversee master data management - Negotiate and administer monthly schemes and offers from brands - Handle budgeting, forecasting, and managing Terms of Trade (TOTs) agreements - Maintain all necessary documentation in compliance with regulations - Plan department manpower requirements and optimize team efficiency Skills & Mindset: - Strong negotiation skills - Effective vendor management - Proficiency in analytics and MS Excel - Conceptually strong with strategic planning abilities - Excellent organization and communication skills - Process-oriented with high work ethics and integrity Experience & Qualifications: - Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in purchasing Medicine/FMCG/FMHG products for Hospital/Retail/OPD pharmacy operations - Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred Work Schedule: 6 days per week Location: Gurgaon,