Purchase Manager

Job Title: Senior Manager – Purchase

Department: Procurement & Supply Chain
Location: Corporate Office / Multi-Branch Diagnostic Network
Reports To: Director – Operations / Managing Director

Salary: Upto 60,000/- PM

Education: Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Material Management, or related field (MBA preferred).

Experience: Minimum 10–15 years of experience in Purchase / Procurement, preferably in Hospital / Diagnostic / Healthcare industry.

1. Purpose of the Role:

To oversee and manage all procurement and supply chain functions across the hospital and diagnostic centres, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, vendor management, timely supply of medical and non-medical materials, and adherence to quality and compliance standards.

2. Key Responsibilities:Procurement Planning & Strategy:

• Develop and implement the procurement strategy for hospital and diagnostic consumables, reagents, medical equipment, and general items.
• Forecast material requirements in coordination with Operations, Lab, and Finance teams.
• Ensure procurement activities align with organizational goals and cost efficiency.

Vendor Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and finalize vendors for medical, diagnostic, and general supplies.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and credit terms to optimize value and quality.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance through KPIs.

Inventory & Supply Chain Management:

• Oversee stock levels at all branches to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Coordinate with stores and centres for timely delivery of materials and replenishment.
• Implement and monitor material management systems for real-time tracking and control.

Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that all purchases meet hospital/diagnostic quality standards and regulatory norms.
• Maintain documentation for audit and statutory compliance (GST, ISO, NABL, etc.).
• Conduct regular vendor audits and quality checks.

Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Prepare and monitor the procurement budget.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Coordinate with the finance team for timely payments and reconciliation.

Team Leadership & Coordination:

• Lead and mentor the procurement team across all branches.
• Coordinate with Operations, HR, and Accounts departments for smooth workflow.
• Review and approve purchase orders as per authority matrix.

3. Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Material Management, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 10–15 years of experience in Purchase / Procurement, preferably in Hospital / Diagnostic / Healthcare industry.
• Knowledge: Hospital consumables, reagents, medical equipment, vendor sourcing, and ERP-based purchase systems.

4. Key Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership and vendor relationship management.
• Proficiency in procurement software / ERP systems.
• In-depth understanding of medical supply chain and compliance.
• Integrity, transparency, and cost-conscious decision-making.

5. Working Conditions:

• 6-day working schedule; travel to branches may be required.
• Coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders during extended hours as needed.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹55,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person