Purchase Executive

Role Overview

This position involves managing procurement operations for pharmaceutical products, medicines, packaging materials, and related supplies. The incumbent will be responsible for establishing and maintaining reliable sourcing channels with certified pharmaceutical manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring the timely acquisition of quality products at cost-effective terms.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities for pharmaceutical goods and packaging essentials.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers with WHO-GMP or GMP certification, establishing collaborations.
• Request and analyze quotations, negotiate pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities, and delivery schedules.
• Assess supplier proposals to make purchasing decisions prioritizing quality, cost, and punctual delivery.
• Create and manage purchase orders while maintaining detailed procurement records.
• Coordinate with manufacturing parties concerning production status, dispatch timelines, shortages, replacements, and delivery coordination.
• Follow up on pending orders and ensure alignment with inventory and warehouse teams regarding stock requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive vendor databases containing pricing, product compositions, packaging details, and order minimums.
• Liaise with Quality Assurance/Quality Control and regulatory departments to align on product specifications and compliance documentation.
• Ensure procurement processes are prompt, cost-efficient, and uphold product quality standards.