Unit Head of Supply Chain Management

MGM Healthcare; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

MGM Healthcare in Chennai is seeking a dynamic Unit SCM Head – Supply Chain Management to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations in a multi-specialty hospital. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in hospital supply chain management and compliance with NABH and JCI standards.

The role emphasizes procurement, vendor management, and ensuring the availability of critical medical supplies across various departments. Additionally, strong leadership skills to guide the SCM, Purchase, and Stores teams are required.

Qualifications

• 8–18 years of experience in Hospital Supply Chain, Procurement, Stores, Inventory, or Pharmacy Operations.
• Strong exposure to NABH/JCI-compliant healthcare environments.
• Expertise in procurement, inventory optimization, vendor management, and hospital materials management.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and replenishment of drugs, surgical consumables, medical disposables, and general consumables.
• Inventory management across various hospital departments.
• Vendor evaluation, contract management, and cost optimization.
• Ensuring uninterrupted supply of critical medical items across the hospital.

Skills

Hospital Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Vendor Management

Inventory Optimization

Materials Management

Education

B.Pharm / M.Pharm

Diploma in Purchase & Material Management

Tools

ERP/HIS inventory systems

Job description

Hiring | Unit SCM Head – Supply Chain Management (Hospital)

Location: MGM Healthcare, Aminjikarai, Chennai

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Unit SCM Head – Supply Chain Management to lead end-to-end supply chain operations for a leading multi-specialty hospital with 250+ beds.

Who Should Apply?

• B.Pharm / M.Pharm professionals (Diploma in Purchase & Material Management preferred)
• 8–18 years of experience in Hospital Supply Chain, Procurement, Stores, Inventory, or Pharmacy Operations
• Strong exposure to NABH/JCI-compliant healthcare environments
• Expertise in procurement, inventory optimization, vendor management, and hospital materials management

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement and replenishment of drugs, surgical consumables, medical disposables, and general consumables
• Inventory management across Pharmacy, OT, ICU, Emergency, OP, and IP departments
• Vendor evaluation, contract management, and cost optimization initiatives
• Stock audits, expiry control, inventory reconciliation, and MIS reporting
• Ensuring uninterrupted supply of critical medical items across the hospital
• Leading SCM, Purchase, and Stores teams while driving operational excellence

Preferred Experience

• Multi-specialty hospital supply chain operations
• ERP/HIS inventory systems
• Pharmacy and OT coordination
• Purchase planning and inventory control
• Doctor coordination and PTC coordination
• NABH & JCI standards compliance