Assistant Manager – Surgical Store

Buch International Hospital; Multan; On-site; PKR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Multan's Buch International Hospital is seeking an experienced Surgical Store Manager to oversee daily operations, inventory control, and the supply chain for surgical materials. You will ensure timely delivery to operating theatres, maintain stock accuracy, and coordinate with procurement to prevent shortages.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a Surgical Store within a tertiary care hospital, with strong team leadership and infection control knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM is required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of hands-on Surgical Store management in a tertiary care hospital.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Surgical Store efficiently.
• Maintain inventory levels of surgical items, consumables, and instruments.
• Ensure timely supply of surgical materials to Operation Theaters and relevant departments.
• Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and batch numbers of surgical supplies.
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors for timely purchasing and replenishment.
• Maintain accurate stock records in inventory management systems.
• Implement proper storage standards and infection control guidelines for surgical supplies.
• Conduct regular stock audits and reconciliation.
• Ensure cost control and prevention of wastage or pilferage.
• Supervise and guide store staff and assistants.
• Prepare inventory reports and consumption analysis for management.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Skills

Inventory management

Supply chain

Hospital procurement

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Multan, Pakistan Full-time Buch International Hospital

Company Description

Buch International Hospital established as a 250-bedded state-of-the-art facility, is a multidisciplinary institute providing comprehensive medical and surgical care under one roof. With a singular focus on providing high-quality and most compassionate care to each and every patient, we have fostered a culture of innovation and sustainability. BIH is committed to providing timely and evidence-based care without compromising on quality and achieving standards of excellence in all aspects of patient care. To remain at the frontier of medicine, our patient care is an amalgamation of innovative techniques and state-of-the-art medical care. Patient-centeredness, safety, efficiency, quality, and equity - are at the heart of all our operations. We are changing the culture of healthcare practices in Southern Punjab based on our patient-centric approach and work ethos; Patient First!. We as a team, from CEO to housekeeper, focus on creating positive patient journey experiences where the patient feels safe & experiences excellent services. At BIH everyone is a "Care Provider". With great care and compassion, we have designed & mapped our patient journey experiences to identify and build upon all patient touchpoints during each stage of interaction to augment both; patient engagement and satisfaction.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily operations of the Surgical Store efficiently. Maintain inventory levels of surgical items, consumables, and instruments. Ensure timely supply of surgical materials to Operation Theaters and relevant departments. Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and batch numbers of surgical supplies. Coordinate with procurement and vendors for timely purchasing and replenishment. Maintain accurate stock records in inventory management systems. Implement proper storage standards and infection control guidelines for surgical supplies. Conduct regular stock audits and reconciliation. Ensure cost control and prevention of wastage or pilferage. Supervise and guide store staff and assistants. Prepare inventory reports and consumption analysis for management. Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Required Skills

• Strong inventory and supply chain management skills
• Knowledge of hospital surgical supplies and equipment
• Good communication and coordination abilities
• Record keeping and reporting skills
• Ability to manage teams and maintain discipline

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management.
• Candidates with a Master's degree will be preferred.

Additional Information

Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in managing a Surgical Store within a tertiary care hospital.