Supply Chain Manager

Job Description

As a Supply Chain Manager at HealthSy Pharmacy, you will play a crucial role in leading and optimizing vendor-driven supply chain functions for our pharmacy business. Your responsibilities will include vendor onboarding and management, procurement planning, vendor issue resolution, supply alignment, cross-functional coordination, reporting, process improvement, team leadership, and strategic contribution.Key Responsibilities:- Vendor Onboarding & Management - Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors/suppliers - Ensure vendor compliance with standards and regulations - Build and maintain relationships with distributors, stockists, and manufacturers - Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and supply agreements - Monitor vendor performance and drive continuous improvement- Procurement Planning & Vendor Coordination - Lead procurement planning aligned with demand inputs - Coordinate with internal teams for order finalization - Manage rack rent-out opportunities and drive vendor partnerships - Oversee inventory merchandising readiness and align supply with store requirements- Vendor Issue Resolution - Act as the primary point of contact for vendor escalations - Travel to vendor locations to resolve supply disruptions - Ensure quick resolution of delivery delays and discrepancies - Maintain strong communication between vendors and internal teams- Supply Alignment & Demand Support - Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement with demand forecasts - Support inventory teams in maintaining optimal stock levels - Provide inputs to reduce expiries, wastage, and supply gaps - Drive demand-based supply planning improvements- Cross-functional Coordination - Collaborate with operations, finance, and store teams for smooth execution - Align procurement and vendor planning with business growth plans - Support new store launches with vendor readiness and supply alignment- Reporting & Process Improvement - Track key metrics such as vendor performance and inventory turnover - Prepare MIS reports and provide actionable insights - Identify process gaps and implement scalable improvements- Team Leadership & Strategic Contribution - Lead and guide supply chain team members - Drive process standardization and system adoption - Contribute to supply chain strategy and cost optimizationQualifications Required:- 710 years of experience in Supply Chain / Procurement / Vendor Management- Prior experience in pharmacy retail, healthcare, or FMCG distribution preferred- Strong expertise in vendor onboarding and relationship management- Willingness to travel frequently across India- Good understanding of inventory management and demand planning- Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field- Experience handling multi-location supply chain operations- Knowledge of pharma regulations and compliance would be a plus As a Supply Chain Manager at HealthSy Pharmacy, you will play a crucial role in leading and optimizing vendor-driven supply chain functions for our pharmacy business. Your responsibilities will include vendor onboarding and management, procurement planning, vendor issue resolution, supply alignment, cross-functional coordination, reporting, process improvement, team leadership, and strategic contribution.Key Responsibilities:- Vendor Onboarding & Management - Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors/suppliers - Ensure vendor compliance with standards and regulations - Build and maintain relationships with distributors, stockists, and manufacturers - Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and supply agreements - Monitor vendor performance and drive continuous improvement- Procurement Planning & Vendor Coordination - Lead procurement planning aligned with demand inputs - Coordinate with internal teams for order finalization - Manage rack rent-out opportunities and drive vendor partnerships - Oversee inventory merchandising readiness and align supply with store requirements- Vendor Issue Resolution - Act as the primary point of contact for vendor escalations - Travel to vendor locations to resolve supply disruptions - Ensure quick resolution of delivery delays and discrepancies - Maintain strong communication between vendors and internal teams- Supply Alignment & Demand Support - Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement with demand forecasts - Support inventory teams in maintaining optimal stock levels - Provide inputs to reduce expiries, wastage, and supply gaps - Drive demand-based supply planning improvements- Cross-functional Coordination - Collaborate with operations, finance, and store teams for smooth execution - Align procurement and vendor planning with business growth plans - Support new store launches with vendor readiness and supply alignment- Reporting & Process Improvement - Track key metric

Keyskills :
Supply Chain ManagementVendor ManagementProcurement PlanningNegotiationInventory ManagementDemand Planning