Purchase Manager

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Purchase Manager to manage and oversee the procurement function of our hospital. Key Responsibilities Plan and manage procurement of medical, surgical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, housekeeping, engineering and general supplies. Identify and evaluate vendors, negotiate prices, and ensure competitive procurement. Obtain quotations, compare rates, negotiate terms and issue purchase orders. Ensure timely availability of materials while maintaining appropriate inventory levels. Monitor vendor performance, quality, delivery schedules and payment terms. Ensure compliance with hospital procurement policies, statutory requirements and approved budgets. Coordinate with various departments, Stores, Finance, Pharmacy and Administration for procurement requirements. Maintain proper documentation, purchase records and vendor databases. Develop and maintain strong relationships with reliable and approved suppliers. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement without compromising quality. Qualification & Experience Graduate in any discipline; MBA/PG Diploma in Materials Management, Supply Chain Management or equivalent will be preferred. 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in a hospital/healthcare organisation. Strong knowledge of medical and general hospital procurement, vendor management and negotiation. Good communication, analytical and decision-making skills. Proficiency in MS Office/Excel and ERP systems. Industry: Medical / Healthcare / Hospital Role Category: Non Teaching Role: Non Teaching Employment Type: Full Time Language: English, Hind and Kannada Location: Bangalore, Karnataka Company Profile C.B.C.I Society for Medical Education (St. Johns Medical College & Hospital) Established in 1963 by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India, St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences consists of a Medical College, counted as one of the best in the nation, a state of the art Hospital with 1350 beds. To Apply: [email protected] For more information, please visit our website www.stjohns.in

Manage the procurement of medical, pharmaceutical, and general supplies for the hospital while ensuring timely availability and inventory control. Oversee vendor evaluation, price negotiation, and compliance with procurement policies and budgets.

Requires a graduate degree, preferably with an MBA or PG Diploma in Materials or Supply Chain Management. Candidates should have 5–8 years of relevant experience, ideally within a healthcare organization.

• Supply chain managementPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Procurement Management
• Vendor Management
• Price Negotiation
• Inventory Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Budget Compliance
• Analytical Skills
• Decision-making
• MS Office
• Excel
• ERP Systems
• Medical Procurement
• Cost Reduction
• Documentation
• Communication Skills

• Healthcare
• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level