Purchase Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchase Manager to oversee and manage the procurement activities of our pharmaceutical distribution company. The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical products, vendor management, and supply chain best practices. The role involves ensuring the timely and cost-effective purchase of medicines and related materials while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vendor Management:

  • Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with pharmaceutical suppliers and manufacturers.

  • Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and contracts to ensure cost-effective procurement.

• Procurement Planning:

  • Forecast purchase requirements based on stock movement, sales trends, and seasonality.

  • Coordinate with sales and inventory teams to plan and maintain optimal stock levels.

• Order Management:

  • Place purchase orders and follow up to ensure timely delivery.

  • Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of purchase records.

• Inventory Control:

  • Monitor stock levels and reduce excess or slow-moving inventory.

  • Ensure batch-wise and expiry-wise tracking of pharmaceutical items.

• Quality & Compliance:

  • Ensure all purchased items comply with regulatory and company standards.

  • Handle issues related to damaged, expired, or non-compliant products.

• Cost Control:

  • Analyze purchase data to control procurement costs and reduce wastage.

  • Implement strategies to maximize profitability through efficient buying.

• Coordination & Reporting:

  • Liaise with accounts for invoice and payment reconciliation.

  • Prepare regular purchase reports and MIS for management review.

• It is a Full Time Sales / Business Development job for candidates with 5 - 6+ years Experience.

More about this Purchase Manager job

1. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for this Purchase Manager job?
   Ans: The candidate should be Post Graduate and above and above with 5 - 6+ years Experience of experience
2. How much salary can I expect for this job role?
   Ans: You can expect a salary of ₹40000 - ₹40000 per month that depends on your interview. It's a Full Time job in Chennai.
3. How many working days are there for this Purchase Manager job?
   Ans: This Purchase Manager job will have 6 working days.
4. Are there any charges applicable while applying or joining this Purchase Manager job?
   Ans: No, there is no fee applicable for applying this Purchase Manager job and during the employment with the company, i.e., SIMS INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED.
5. Is it a work from home job?
   Ans: No, it’s not a work from home job and can't be done online.
6. How many openings are there for this Purchase Manager role?
   Ans: There is an immediate opening of 1 Purchase Manager at SIMS INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED
7. Who can apply for this job?
   Ans: Only Male candidates can apply for this Sales / Business Development job.
8. What are the timings of this Purchase Manager job?
   Ans: This Purchase Manager job has 10:00 AM - 06:30 PM timing.