Pharmacy Procurement Specialist at R-Jolad Hospital

Job Title: Pharmacy Procurement Specialist

Activities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures for pharmaceutical products and medical supplies in collaboration with the Team Lead, Procurement, and hospital
• Conduct market research, supplier evaluations, and product assessments to identify sourcing opportunities, negotiate contracts, and establish preferred supplier relationships.
• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers, wholesalers, and distributors based on product quality, pricing, reliability, and delivery capabilities.
• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement and timely delivery of goods.
• Generate purchase orders, review purchase requisitions, and coordinate procurement activities to facilitate the timely acquisition of pharmaceutical products and medical supplies.
• Monitor purchase orders, track order status, and resolve discrepancies or delivery issues with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and fulfillment of procurement requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels, stock availability, and consumption patterns to optimize inventory management, minimize stockouts, and reduce excess inventory holding costs.
• Prepare and present regular reports, analyses, and recommendations regarding procurement activities, cost savings initiatives, and supply chain optimization strategies to hospital
• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to the inventory officer and store officers to ensure effective execution of procurement and inventory management activities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and excellence among team members, encouraging continuous learning, development, and innovation.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of potential suppliers, wholesalers, and distributors to assess their reliability, reputation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Verify supplier qualifications, certifications, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure the procurement of high-quality pharmaceutical products and medical
• Implement quality control measures to inspect incoming shipments of pharmaceutical products and medical supplies for compliance with specifications, quality standards, and regulatory
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of procurement activities, supplier qualifications, product inspections, and quality control checks.
• Record relevant information, including batch numbers, expiration dates, and inspection results, in procurement records, inventory management systems, and quality assurance documents.
• Conduct regular quality control checks and audits of procurement processes, inventory management practices, and supplier performance to identify deviations, discrepancies, or non-
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and accreditation guidelines governing pharmaceutical procurement, storage, and distribution processes.
• Develop and maintain procedures for managing product recalls, safety alerts, and adverse events related to pharmaceutical products and medical supplies.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Capability to interpret data and make informed purchasing
• Ability to ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal and regulatory
• Expertise in managing and optimizing inventory levels to avoid shortages and minimize excess
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Familiarity with procurement and inventory management
• Ability to leverage technology to streamline procurement.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical procurement, supply chain management, or purchasing roles, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.
• Experience managing procurement for large healthcare facilities or
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical supply chain, including sourcing, purchasing, logistics, and inventory management.
• Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure a steady supply of necessary
• Proficiency in negotiating with suppliers to secure the best prices and
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with
• Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial
• Ability to manage and optimize procurement
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate supplier performance, analyze market trends, and forecast procurement
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with suppliers, healthcare staff, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to clearly convey procurement policies and
• Ability to quickly identify and resolve procurement-related
• Innovative thinking to find solutions to supply chain.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is Not Specified. Therefore qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy

Website:
Official Job Website: https://rjolad.com/job-application/