Drug Purchaser

MINMED GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage the sourcing and purchasing of pharmaceuticals and consumables. The ideal candidate should have a diploma in a relevant field and 1–2 years of experience in procurement. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential. This role includes responsibilities like negotiating prices, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring compliance with guidelines.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in procurement or healthcare supply chain preferred.
• Meticulous, reliable, and good with numbers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, source, and purchase pharmaceuticals and consumables.
• Negotiate drug prices with suppliers to secure competitive rates.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and track expiries (FEFO).
• Liaise with vendors on quotations, deliveries, and product availability.
• Ensure compliance with MOH guidelines and company policies.
• Coordinate deliveries and urgent replenishments with clinics and logistics.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock documentation.
• Assist in other ad hoc assignments as assigned.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Meticulousness

Numerical proficiency

Education

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

• Plan, source, and purchase pharmaceuticals and consumables.
• Negotiate drug prices with suppliers to secure competitive rates.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and track expiries (FEFO).
• Liaise with vendors on quotations, deliveries, and product availability.
• Ensure compliance with MOH guidelines and Minmed policies.
• Coordinate deliveries and urgent replenishments with clinics and logistics.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock documentation.
• Assist in other ad hoc assignments as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in procurement or healthcare supply chain preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organisation skills.
• Meticulous, reliable, and good with numbers.