Deputy Manager

Narayana Health; Howrah; On-site; INR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Narayana Health is seeking a Deputy Manager-SCM to oversee materials planning and inventory management in Howrah. This role involves managing procurement for medical supplies and optimizing costs through vendor negotiations.

The ideal candidate should have 3-7 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Join Narayana Health to contribute to efficient healthcare supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in supply chain management or similar.
• Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Materials Planning and inventory management.
• Prepare management information reports on inventory performance.
• Negotiate and develop local vendors for cost optimization.
• Implement new protocols as needed.

Skills

Verbal Ability/Communication Skill

Problem solving/Decision-making

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Education

Graduation

Job description

Deputy Manager-SCM – Materials Management

Designation: Deputy Manager

Experience: preferably 3-7 years

Qualification: Graduation

Reporting to: DGM SCM

Level: 6

Supervisory Responsibilities: NA

Function: SCM Operation

Location: Howrah

Cost Center: SCM

Unit Name: SHPL Warehouse East

About NH

Narayana Health, one of India's largest and World's most economical healthcare service providers is set to emerge as a global industry model for its ability to reconcile quality, affordability, scale, transparency, credibility and sustainable profitability. From 300 beds hospital in 2001, Narayana Health has grown to a 6900 beds healthcare conglomerate in 2014 with 26 hospitals present in 16 Cities within the country and also has International Presence in Cayman.

NH has been known for its cost- cutting approach and ranked 36th among World's 50 Most Innovative Companiesby Fast Companies in 2012. NH has also been a proud recipient of Frost & Sullivan India Healthcare Excellence Awards 2012 in the category Healthcare Service Provider Company of the Year and FICCI Health Care Excellence Award 2012 for Addressing Industry Issues.

Samyat Healthcare Pvt Ltd is a 100% subsidiary of Narayana Hrudayalaya Limited, established in July 2023 to distribute medical products, manufacture supplies, and provide healthcare supply chain and pharmacy services.The company is headquarteredin Bangalore, Karnataka, and its activities focus on improving the health and well-being of customers through high-quality products and services.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee Materials Planning, procurement and inventory management for Drugs, Medical Consumable, General Consumable, printing and Stationary, Capex medical equipment & instruments, Housekeeping, linen, office and computer
• Execute analysis of procedure wise consumption & cost analysis; work to implement standard BOM Prepare financial impact analysis for various business changes/proposal/initiatives.
• Prepare and submit Management Information Reports.
• Monitor key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of inventory management operations.
• Oversee Cost Reduction through Engineering/Analysis.
• Standardization, Variety Reduction, and Value
• Take leadership role in negotiation process for local purchase process and develop local vendors/ suppliers to optimize cost.
• Coordinate with consultants/nursing staffs to ensure timely supply of medicines / Consumables to patients.
• Implementing new protocols & SOPs as and when needed and as and when designed by Corporate SCM team.
• Maintaining a lean stock with no stock outs, managing the near expiry, non-moving and supplier returns
• Oversee Proper Storage and Preservation of Materials.
• Adhere to KRAS / KPIs of corporate SCM team and report on monthly basis.

Candidate Requirements

• Verbal Ability/Communication Skill: Ability to comprehend verbal instructions given by the supervisor or head of the department.
• To give accurate and tactful explanations to patients. Problem solving/ Decision-making
• To think independently and exercise own judgment.
• Able to work accurately and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to comprehend written instructions given by the Doctors and the other related departmental personnel.
• Ability to plan & organize ones work schedule effectively.
• Speaking and listening are essential requirements to understand and carry out the instructions given by the supervisors and other related departmental personnel.