Supply Chain - Inventory Planning and Procurement -Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead and manage a team of inventory planners and purchasing officers, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
• Develop team capabilities through training and professional development initiatives.
  

Inventory Planning:

• Oversee inventory planning strategies to ensure adequate stock levels across departments and facilities.
  
• Analyze demand forecasts, usage trends, and business requirements to optimize inventory.
  
• Implement inventory control measures to minimize waste, manage expiry risks, and ensure traceability.
  

Purchasing & Supplier Management:

• Manage procurement activities, including sourcing, negotiation, and vendor performance evaluation.
  
• Ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing of medical supplies and equipment.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and ensure compliance with healthcare and medical devices procurement standards.
  

Compliance & Collaboration:

• Ensure all inventory and purchasing activities comply with Medical Device Authority or any other relevant authority regulations
  
• Collaborate with business, finance and operations teams to align supply chain strategies with organizational goals.
  
• Support audits and reporting requirements related to inventory, suppliers and procurement.
  

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, healthcare supply chain expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory and purchasing management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within healthcare.
  
• Strong understanding of healthcare supply chain operations and regulatory requirements.
  
• Proficiency in inventory and procurement systems (e.g., SAP)
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
  

Key Competencies:

• Strategic inventory planning
  
• Team leadership and development
  
• Supplier and contract management
  
• Regulatory compliance
  
• Customs Compliance
  
• Budgeting and cost control
  
• Cross-functional collaboration