Procurement Executive

Job Title: Executive – Procurement

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About Apex Kidney Care

Apex Kidney Care Pvt. Ltd. is one of India’s leading dialysis service providers, delivering ethical, high-quality renal care across 200+ centres in 120+ cities. Founded by nephrologists and backed by the Tata Group, Apex operates with a strong patient-first philosophy, partnering with hospitals, government bodies, and charitable trusts nationwide.

Role Overview

The Executive – Procurement

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Operations

• Process purchase requisitions and generate Purchase Orders (POs) as per approved budgets
• Ensure timely procurement of dialysis consumables, medical equipment, spares, and non-medical items
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders including Operations, Stores, Finance, BME, and Quality teams

Vendor Management

• Identify, onboard, and maintain relationships with approved vendors
• Obtain and evaluate quotations, conduct price comparisons, and negotiate within defined limits
• Ensure vendor compliance with company policies, quality standards, and documentation requirements

Inventory & Cost Control

• Monitor inventory levels to avoid stock-outs or excess inventory at centres
• Support cost control initiatives through rate contracts, bulk purchasing, and standardization
• Assist in tracking consumption trends and procurement MIS reports

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure procurement processes comply with internal SOPs, NABH guidelines, and statutory requirements
• Maintain accurate procurement records including POs, GRNs, invoices, and vendor agreements
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement and inventory

Coordination & Support

• Follow up with vendors for timely delivery and resolve supply-related issues
• Coordinate with logistics and stores teams for dispatch, receipt, and documentation
• Support new centre onboarding by ensuring procurement readiness

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate in Commerce / Science / Management (MBA or PG Diploma in Supply Chain preferred)
• 1–4 years of experience in procurement, preferably in healthcare, hospitals, or dialysis services
• Knowledge of medical consumables, equipment procurement, and vendor negotiation
• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement software, and MS Excel
• Understanding of NABH standards and healthcare procurement norms is an advantage

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong coordination and follow-up skills
• Cost-conscious and detail-oriented approach
• Good communication and vendor management abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-location healthcare environment
• Ethical mindset aligned with patient-centric healthcare delivery

What We Offer

• Exposure to large-scale healthcare procurement operations
• Learning and growth opportunities within a reputed healthcare organization
• Collaborative work culture with cross-functional teams
• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards