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Date Posted: Wednesday, December 13 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary
• A Supply Chain Specialist with expertise in pharmacy procurement is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process of pharmacy items, including drugs and surgical consumables. A Supply Chain Specialist will be reporting to the KFH Procurement Director.

Job Responsibilities:
1. Procurement Strategy:
o Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies specific to pharmacy items, aligned with organizational objectives.
o Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favourable terms and conditions.
o Continuously monitor market trends, pricing, and availability of pharmacy products to optimize procurement decisions.
2. Supplier Management:
o Identify and onboard reliable suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of pharmacy items, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
o Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing pricing agreements, and resolving any issues or disputes.
o Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations, assess their delivery reliability, product quality, and service levels.
3. Inventory Management:
o Determine optimal inventory levels for pharmacy items based on demand forecasts, consumption patterns, and lead times.
o Implement inventory control measures to minimize stock outs, overstocking, and expired products, while ensuring availability for patient care.
o Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as pharmacists and inventory control teams, to improve inventory accuracy and streamline replenishment processes.
4. Process Improvement:
o Identify opportunities for process improvement within the pharmacy procurement function and implement best practices.
o Streamline procurement workflows, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency by leveraging technology, automation, and data analysis.
o Continuously monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement, such as cost savings, order accuracy, and supplier performance.
5. Compliance and Quality Assurance:
o Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP), for pharmacy items.
o Conduct regular quality audits of suppliers, warehouses, and distribution channels to maintain product integrity and patient safety.
o Collaborate with internal quality assurance teams to address any non-compliance issues and implement corrective actions.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including pharmacy, finance, logistics, and operations, to align procurement activities with organizational goals and strategies.
o Provide expertise and support during product selection, new product launches, and product lifecycle management processes.
o Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve any supply-related challenges and ensure smooth operations.
7. Education and experience:
• Have a bachelor degree in Pharmacy with a minimum of 5years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, focused on pharmacy and other items.

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• A Bachelor degree in Procurement, supply chain, Logistics management, Finance and related fields with at least 6 years of relevant experience in the Procurement and logistics of international handling.
• Having knowledge in clearing of importations of goods from abroad with clear understanding of application of import and export documents on different portals;
• Proven experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships.
• Excellent negotiation skills, with the ability to secure competitive pricing, favourable terms, and maintain high-quality standards.
• Proficiency in inventory management, demand planning, and supply chain optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with procurement software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
• Qualified candidates should send their cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic credentials, National ID, Recommendation letter (s) from previous employer (s) and a criminal record through the link bellow by 20th December 2023
• https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSea9139aGqSDTenkK3Gmg4fWvyj7iZOMMFYJLGaxr0beLL1UA/viewform?usp=sf_link 
• KFH, R is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program
• Frederic NGIRABACU
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