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Key elements of the role
Report to the Procurement Manager
Handle strategic sourcing, procurement, contracting and evaluation of services of the company’s inventory suppliers
Handle procurement for local pharmaceutical portfolio
Handle procurement from pharmaceutical wholesalers
Source alternatives for ethicals when they are out of stock
Work with other members of the procurement team towards achieving organizational goals
Coordinate the procurement planning process including supply/demand forecasting, inventory management and on time delivery
Monitor and analyse current trends in the market place
Identify and manage risk within the supply chain
Address tactical and strategic procurement issues
Stay informed of advances in purchase technology and approaches and supply within the organization to improve supply chain
Ensure effective cost control systems
Negotiate and set up supply contracts, carry out effective and proactive liaison with other retail outlets and departments as necessary to forecast, plan to meet purchase deadline
Monitor inter-branch inventory transfer for accuracy
Search for new potential suppliers, develop and set up a supplier database. Manage and develop the existing and potential supplier pool and update the Approved Vendor List. Negotiate with local and international suppliers, prepare price comparisons, cost saving budgeting and targeting
Desired Skills & Experience
A registered Pharmacist with 3 years minimum experience in a structured organization
Membership of a recognised professional body is an added advantage
Leadership, managerial, analytical and teambuilding skills
Negotiation and persuasion skills
Excellent interpersonal and people skills
Planning & organisational Skill
Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks
Good problem solving and decision making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High standard of attention to detail
A good working Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite like Word, Outlook, and Excel
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