Purchase Manager

Job Summary

The Purchase Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, and purchasing pharmaceutical products and related materials at optimal cost, quality, and timelines. The role ensures uninterrupted supply, vendor management, and compliance with regulatory and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement of pharmaceutical products based on demand and stock levels

• Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers, manufacturers, and C&F agents

• Negotiate prices, credit terms, discounts, and delivery schedules

• Ensure timely placement and follow-up of purchase orders

• Monitor inventory levels to avoid stock-outs and overstocking

• Ensure compliance with pharma regulations, GDP, and company policies

• Coordinate with sales, warehouse, and finance teams

• Handle returns, shortages, breakages, and expiry-related issues with suppliers

• Analyze purchase data and prepare MIS and procurement reports

• Monitor market trends, new launches, and supplier performance

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical procurement and supply chain

• Good communication and coordination skills

• Attention to detail and compliance-oriented mindset

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Business, or related field (preferred)

• 5+ years of experience in procurement/purchase, preferably in pharma distribution

• Knowledge of local and national pharma suppliers

• It is a Full Time Back Office / Data Entry job for candidates with 5 - 6+ years Experience.