Strategic Hospital Procurement Manager

MHA- Masters in Hospital Administration - St. John's Medical College, Bengaluru.; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John’s Medical College & Hospital is seeking an experienced Purchase Manager to oversee the procurement function for a large healthcare facility. You will plan, negotiate, and manage sourcing of medical and non-medical supplies, ensuring timely availability and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5–8 years in hospital procurement, MBA/PG Diploma in Materials Management or Supply Chain, strong vendor management, and proficiency in ERP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline; MBA/PG Diploma in Materials Management or Supply Chain Management or equivalent will be preferred.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in a hospital/healthcare organisation.
• Strong knowledge of medical and general hospital procurement, vendor management and negotiation.
• Good communication, analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office/Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage procurement of medical, surgical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, housekeeping, engineering and general supplies.
• Identify and evaluate vendors, negotiate prices, and ensure competitive procurement.
• Obtain quotations, compare rates, negotiate terms and issue purchase orders.
• Ensure timely availability of materials while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Monitor vendor performance, quality, delivery schedules and payment terms.
• Ensure compliance with hospital procurement policies, statutory requirements and approved budgets.
• Coordinate with various departments, Stores, Finance, Pharmacy and Administration for procurement requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation, purchase records and vendor databases.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with reliable and approved suppliers.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement without compromising quality.

Skills

Procurement management

Vendor management

Negotiation

MS Office

ERP systems

Education

MBA/PG Diploma in Materials Management or Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office/Excel

ERP systems

Job description

St. John’s Medical College & Hospital is seeking an experienced Purchase Manager to oversee the procurement function for a large healthcare facility. You will plan, negotiate, and manage sourcing of medical and non-medical supplies, ensuring timely availability and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5–8 years in hospital procurement, MBA/PG Diploma in Materials Management or Supply Chain, strong vendor management, and proficiency in ERP and MS Office.