Procurement Manager

UNITED MEDICARE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITED MEDICARE PTE LTD is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead sourcing and purchasing activities within a healthcare setting. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and coordinate with nursing and operations to align supplies with patient care needs.

Strong leadership and compliance focus are essential. The role involves inventory oversight, budgeting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of medical and non-medical

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or Diploma in a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant work experience in procurement/ sourcing.
• Experience in healthcare procurement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for medical and non-medical supplies.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with vendors.
• Ensure continuous supply of critical items without shortages.
• Oversee inventory levels and implement control systems.
• Coordinate with nursing and operations teams to forecast demand.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and monitor performance.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Support budget development and cost-control initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor Degree/Diploma in related discipline

Job description

1. Procurement & Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for medical and non-medical supplies (e.g., medications, PPE, food, cleaning supplies, equipment).

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with vendors.

• Ensure continuous supply of critical items without shortages.

2. Inventory Management

• Oversee inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts.

• Implement inventory control systems and regular audits.

• Coordinate with nursing and operations teams to forecast demand.

3. Vendor Management

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and service providers.

• Monitor vendor performance (quality, delivery, pricing).

• Resolve issues related to delays, quality concerns, or discrepancies.

4. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all purchases comply with healthcare regulations and standards.

• Verify that medical supplies meet safety and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain proper documentation for audits and inspections.

5. Budget & Cost Control

• Develop and manage procurement budgets.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality of care.

• Track spending and prepare procurement reports.

6. Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with nursing staff, finance, and administration.

• Align procurement activities with patient care needs and operational priorities.

• Support emergency procurement during critical situations (e.g., outbreaks).

7. Front Office & Transport

• Oversee the Front Office function, such as call inquiries and visitor management.

• Ensure staff in the operation teams are trained and competent.

• Work with Centralised Transport Services (CTS) to ensure residents’ transport needs for medical appointments are met.

• Work with CTS to ensure that transport resources are efficiently used.

• Maintain a record of transport requests and communicate with CTS for the fulfillment of these requests.

Others

• Take on special project e.g., Contract Management, Special Business Development, Procurement

• Undertake any other responsibilities as directed by Management of the Company

Requirement

Qualification

• Bachelor Degree/Diploma in related discipline

Experience

• At least 8 years of relevant work experience

Leadership, Functional Competencies, Professional License

• Communication and relationship management skills

• Leadership skills