Stores Head

Experience - 9 Yrs - 15 Yrs,

Only Hospital experienced candidates will be considered.

Team handling experience is must.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inventory Management Stores, IP Pharmacy & OT Stores Coordination

• Oversee daily operations of

  General Stores, IP Pharmacy Stores, and OT Stores

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• Ensure optimal inventory levels to avoid stock-outs or overstocking.
• Monitor receipt, storage, issuance, and documentation of all items.
• Implement FIFO/FEFO practices, especially for medicines and sterile items.
• Ensure proper storage conditions (temperature, humidity, safety).
• Ensure timely availability of medicines, implants, surgical consumables, and anesthesia items for

  IP and OT requirements

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• Coordinate closely with doctors, nursing staff, OT teams, and pharmacy for demand planning.
• Track high-value, fast-moving, and critical items used in OT and IP areas.
• Manage emergency and night-time stock requirements.

3. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with the purchase department for timely procurement.
• Assist in vendor evaluation, rate contracts, and negotiation.
• Ensure compliance with approved vendors and hospital policies.
• Ensure continuous competitive price advantage with vendors.
• Follow up on pending purchase orders and delayed supplies.

4. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, NABH/JCI standards, and statutory requirements (where applicable).
• Maintain accurate stock records, GRNs, issue notes, and audit trails.
• Support internal and external audits and resolve discrepancies.

5. Cost Control & Reporting

• Monitor consumption trends and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Prepare MIS reports on stock status, near-expiry items, slow-moving items, and variance reports.
• Control wastage, pilferage, and expiries.

6. Team Management

• Lead, train, and supervise stores staff across all covered areas.
• Allocate duties, manage shifts, and ensure discipline and accountability.
• Promote standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices.

7. Systems & Process Improvement

• Ensure effective use of HIS/ERP for inventory and billing linkage.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency, accuracy, and turnaround time.
• Coordinate with IT for system-related enhancements.

Interested candidates can share their resume on disha.jain@fortishealthcare.com