Job Summary
The Purchase Associate at the Corporate Office is responsible for centralized procurement operations across multiple hospital units, ensuring standardization, cost efficiency, and compliance with National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) guidelines. The role involves vendor management, rate contracts, policy adherence, and coordination with unit-level purchase and stores teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage centralized procurement for multiple hospital units including medicines, consumables, equipment, and services
- Develop and maintain rate contracts (RCs) and framework agreements with approved vendors
- Standardize products and pricing across all hospital locations
- Review and approve purchase requisitions raised by unit hospitals
- Ensure compliance with NABH standards, corporate procurement policies, and audit requirements
- Evaluate and onboard vendors based on quality certifications, regulatory compliance, and commercial terms
- Lead price negotiations to achieve cost optimization and bulk procurement benefits
- Coordinate with hospital purchase teams, pharmacy, biomedical, and finance departments
- Monitor vendor performance, delivery timelines, and service quality across units
- Analyze procurement data and generate MIS reports for management (spend analysis, savings, vendor performance)
- Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness for all procurement activities
- Support internal audits, NABH assessments, and quality improvement initiatives
- Manage escalations related to supply shortages, quality issues, or urgent requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or Supply Chain Management
- 2–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in healthcare corporate or hospital chain setup
- Experience in centralized procurement or multi-location coordination is preferred
Key Skills
- Strong negotiation and strategic sourcing skills
- Knowledge of NABH standards and healthcare procurement practices
- Vendor management and contract management expertise
- Analytical skills for cost control and reporting (MIS)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Hospital Management Systems)
- Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
Preferred Requirements
- Experience in corporate hospital groups or large healthcare networks
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for drugs, consumables, and medical devices in India
- Exposure to e-tendering or procurement platforms
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure all procurement aligns with NABH and internal corporate governance policies
- Maintain standardized documentation and audit trails
- Drive ethical procurement practices and transparency in vendor dealings
Working Conditions
- Corporate office environment with regular coordination across hospital units
- Occasional travel to hospital locations or vendor sites
- Handling high-value and bulk procurement decisions
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
