Supply Manager (Pharmaceutical)

Business Capital Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare procurement organization is looking for a skilled procurement professional to manage vendor relationships and ensure cost-effective procurement of products and services. The successful candidate will have a relevant Bachelor's degree, preferably supported by a CIPS certification, and experience in healthcare supply chains. Strong negotiation skills and computer proficiency, particularly in Excel and SAP, are essential for success in this role. This position is based in Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant clinical field or Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management.
• CIPS certification preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare supply chain beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Engage with vendors for quality procurement.
• Ensure effective price management and participation in cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage vendor performance and compliance.

Skills

Vendor management

Cost management

Negotiation

Excel proficiency

SAP knowledge

Education

Relevant Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, nursing, commerce, or supply chain management

CIPS certification (level 2)

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Engage with vendors to deliver quality, cost‑effective products and services.
• Ensure effective price management and identify / participate in cost‑saving initiatives across products and services.
• Manage the acquisition, utilization, and value chain across products and services to ensure cost efficiencies.
• Build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions.
• Manage vendor performance proactively in accordance with their contracts.
• Drive vendor compliance and performance.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behavior.
• Provide procurement‑related support based on serious reportable events and adverse events, product complaints and service delivery issues.
• Monitor business compliance to preferred agreements and keep management informed of compliance.
• Participate in new growth projects as required.
• Build effective working relationships with hospital and functional teams.
• Drive initiatives to foster the development of new or existing suppliers in line with the company’s BBEEE requirements.

Qualifications

• Relevant Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, nursing, or other relevant clinical field / Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• CIPS certification (level 2) would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of products and supply chain management (i.e., medicines and surgical devices) in the healthcare industry would be advantageous.
• Working experience in a hospital environment would be advantageous.
• Understanding of management and relationship structures within an operating environment.
• Good computer proficiency especially in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SAP would be advantageous.
• Must have a valid driver's license and own transportation.