Job Code: JSLP-3704
Industry: Healthcare
Location: Ernakulam
Job Title: Group Purchase Manager
Job Summary: The Group Purchase Manager oversees and manages all procurement activities across multiple business units within the group. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing, supplier relationship management, and adherence to quality and delivery standards. The position involves strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, inventory optimization, and coordination between departments to achieve the organization’s procurement goals.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to, confirm your Job Descriptions with the Interviewer:
- Develop and implement group-wide purchasing strategies to ensure consistent procurement practices across all units.
- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best commercial and quality terms.
- Consolidate purchase requirements from different branches or departments to gain economies of scale.
- Review and approve purchase orders, vendor agreements, and tender submissions.
- Maintain and update approved supplier lists, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Analyze market trends to identify new suppliers, products, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Monitor vendor performance, delivery timelines, and service quality.
- Coordinate with finance, logistics, and operations teams for timely order processing and payment.
- Manage annual budgets and cost-control initiatives related to procurement.
- Implement ERP or procurement software systems for transparency and efficiency.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and legal regulations.
- Train and supervise purchasing officers or procurement staff across locations.
Qualifications and Skills:
- MBA/ PG Diploma in Materials/ Supply chain with minimum 15 years of experience in purchase or procurement.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Excellent knowledge of sourcing, vendor management, and market analysis.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and strategic thinking.