Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing:

Oversee the purchase of medical supplies, hospital equipment (e.g., stents, balloons, catheters, monitoring devices), and general consumables from approved and reliable vendors.

Vendor Management:

Identify and source potential new suppliers, negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure cost-effective purchasing, and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors to ensure reliable and timely deliveries.

Inventory Control:

Monitor inventory levels for both general stores and specialized cardiac supplies, forecast future supply needs, and coordinate with the central store to prevent stock-out situations.

Coordination:

Liaise with internal departments, including cardiologists, cath lab technicians, finance, and biomedical teams, to understand their requirements and ensure timely procurement of necessary items.

Documentation & Compliance:

Maintain accurate records of all purchases, purchase orders (PO), goods receipt notes (GRN), delivery timelines, and supplier performance. Ensure all procurement activities comply with healthcare regulations, institutional policies, and audit requirements.

Cost Analysis & Budgeting:

Prepare comparative price statements, manage the purchasing budget, and analyze costs to optimize expenditure without compromising quality of care.

Reporting:

Prepare and track purchasing reports and provide updates to management or the purchase committee.
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person