Supply Chain Executive

Supply Chain & Logistics Management

About iKure

iKure is a pioneering health-tech enterprise dedicated to delivering quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare to underserved communities. Through a combination of innovative technology platforms like WHIMS and grassroots engagement, iKure has impacted over 34 million lives and is scaling its operations across rural and semi-urban regions in India.

Role Overview

Supply Chain Executive

The ideal candidate will be hands-on, organized, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision in rural or semi-urban settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end movement of medical supplies and equipment across iKure health hubs.
• Work closely with vendors, transporters, warehouse teams, and health workers to ensure timely dispatch and delivery.
• Maintain inventory records, ensure stock accuracy, and help with regular audits.
• Identify and resolve supply chain bottlenecks in the field.
• Provide daily/weekly reporting of stock movement, consumption patterns, and needs forecasting to the central operations team.
• Ensure documentation of delivery receipts, gate passes, GRNs, and other records.
• Support procurement processes by assisting with vendor follow-up, order tracking, and quality checks.
• Adhere to all SOPs and maintain compliance with regulatory and safety guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Qualification

  : Higher Secondary (12th pass); Graduation/Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields is a plus.

• Experience

  :
• 13 years of work experience in supply chain/logistics, especially in healthcare, FMCG, or rural distribution is preferred.
• Prior field experience in rural or semi-urban areas is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with basic computer tools (Excel, WhatsApp, Google Sheets, Email, etc.).
• Basic understanding of inventory and supply management principles.

Desired Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in dynamic environments.
• Good communication in regional language(s) and Hindi/English.
• Willingness to travel extensively in assigned territories.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and location. Travel and field allowances as per organizational norms.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their resume with a brief cover note to [insert email ID or contact form]

Key Requirements for the Role

• Rugged, Ground-Ready Candidate Preferred

• Should be

  street-smart and practical

  .
• Avoid overqualified or "polished" profiles (e.g., engineers, MBA, SAP-trained personnel)

  they typically don’t stay long

  in the field.

• Background in Purchase / Supply Chain

• Hands-on experience in

  inventory handling, vendor coordination

  , local procurement, and

  distribution logistics

  .
• Candidates who have worked in

  FMCG, pharma, or rural distribution networks

  are ideal.

• Field Exposure is Essential

• Should be comfortable working in

  rural/semi-urban environments

  , doing physical follow-ups, transport coordination, and on-ground checks.

• Work Experience

• Preferably

  2–5 years

  of relevant experience.

• Not entry-level

  freshers, but also not too senior.

• Language & Communication

• Able to speak local language(s); basic Hindi and English for reporting.
• Should be able to use

  WhatsApp, basic Excel/Sheets

  , and make calls independently.

• Budget

• Salary should be

  within 3 lakhs per annum (CTC)

  .
• Candidates expecting significantly more or having high urban lifestyle costs should be avoided.