Supply Manager (Pharmaceutical)

Job 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.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• 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.