Surgical Stores Buyer

Joint Medical Holdings; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Durban seeks a Surgical Procurement Manager to oversee the buying process for surgical instruments and medical supplies. The role includes negotiating prices, managing stock, and supervising a team. Candidates must have 5 years of experience in surgical buying and a Grade 12 qualification. Computer literacy is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in surgical buying in a pharmacy.
• Must be computer literate.
• Experience managing purchases of surgical instruments and medical supplies.

Responsibilities

• Manage surgical procurement by placing orders with suppliers.
• Source urgent stock from other hospitals as required.
• Supervise surgical stores staff and delegate tasks effectively.

Skills

Surgical buying experience

Negotiation skills

Stock management

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 qualification

Certificate in business administration

Job description

Key Performance Areas

• Manage surgical procurement by placing orders online and telephonically with suppliers.
• Source and borrow urgent stock from other hospitals when required.
• Coordinate the transport of stock from other hospitals to ensure timely delivery.
• Issue and maintain out-of-stock notifications promptly when items are unavailable.
• Supervise surgical stores staff and delegate tasks effectively.
• Liaise with company representatives to negotiate competitive pricing and explore new product options.
• Verify and sign for all goods received from suppliers.
• Oversee and assist with monthly stock take, ensuring accurate counts.
• Ensure all to follow items are prioritized, processed, and delivered promptly to the wards or theatre.
• Authorize and process stock transfers to other hospitals within the group as requested.
• Reconcile invoices with original purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve any stock variances in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Must have Grade 12 qualification.
• Must be computer literate.
• Preferably a certificate in business administration.
• Experience in managing the purchase of surgical instruments, devices, and other medical supplies.
• Must have at least 5 years of surgical buying experience in a pharmacy.
• NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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