Supply Chain Manager

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate contracts with global and domestic manufacturers of surgical instruments, disposables, and medical equipment.
• Maintain strict supplier quality control, ensuring all vendors comply with medical regulatory standards.
• Monitor vendor performance metrics regarding lead times, fill rates, and product quality.

Inventory & Demand Planning

• Utilize demand forecasting tools to balance optimal stock levels, preventing both backorders of critical surgical goods and excess inventory expiration.
• Manage product lifecycles, paying strict attention to sterilization expiration dates and batch/lot tracking.
• Implement robust inventory control systems to track high-value surgical assets.

Logistics & Distribution

• Oversee domestic and international freight, customs clearance, and cold-chain logistics (where temperature control is required for specific medical goods).
• Coordinate with warehouse management teams to optimize storage space, picking accuracy, and shipping schedules.
• Ensure timely, accurate delivery to healthcare facilities where delivery delays can impact patient care.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all supply chain activities comply with healthcare regulations (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, GDP - Good Distribution Practices).
• Establish and oversee rigorous product recall protocols and traceability tracking (UDI - Unique Device Identification).
• Maintain pristine documentation for internal and external regulatory audits.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Advanced Inventory/Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Certifications: APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or Six Sigma certifications are highly desirable.
• Competencies: Strong negotiation skills, analytical mindset, deep understanding of healthcare regulatory frameworks, and the ability to work under tight, high-stakes deadlines.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person