Pharma Procurement & Inventory Lead

NMC Health; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations for pharmaceuticals. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess 3-5 years of experience in a similar role in the UAE. Responsibilities include maintaining records of purchases, managing relationships with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a relevant role or relevant field of pharmacy experience in UAE will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and stock master records, ensure accurate records of purchases, pricing, and contracts.
• Procure all required pharmaceutical items, follow up for deliveries, ensures no late deliveries with suppliers.
• Conduct demand forecasting and demand planning.
• Negotiate prices and contract terms with vendors to secure the best possible deals.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure data integrity within ERP and EMR systems aligns with vendor agreements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain.
• Collaborate with warehouse management to resolve inventory and delivery discrepancies.
• Stay updated with changing regulations in the healthcare industry related to pharmaceuticals.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports as required.
• Analyze data to provide insights and recommendations for inventory optimization.
• Implement inventory control and management systems to prevent product expiry.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related fields

Job description

A healthcare organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations for pharmaceuticals. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess 3-5 years of experience in a similar role in the UAE. Responsibilities include maintaining records of purchases, managing relationships with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.