Purchasing Officer (Healthcare)

A Purchasing Officer in healthcare is responsible for ensuring that medical facilities (hospitals, clinics, healthcare companies) have the supplies, equipment, and services they need — on time, within budget, and compliant with regulations:

Core Purchasing & Procurement Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select vendors for medical supplies, equipment, pharmaceuticals, and services.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and reliability.

Procurement Operations

• Process purchase requests from clinical and administrative departments.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders through ERP or procurement systems.
• Track order status and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve issues.

Inventory & Stock Management

• Monitor stock levels and forecast demand in coordination with clinical teams.
• Ensure timely replenishment of medical consumables and equipment to avoid shortages.
• Coordinate with stores/warehouse teams for proper storage and distribution.

Compliance & Quality Control

• Ensure procurement activities comply with healthcare regulations, internal policies, and quality standards.
• Verify that medical items meet required specifications and regulatory approvals.
• Support audits and inspections by maintaining accurate and compliant procurement records.

Financial & Reporting Responsibilities

• Monitor procurement budgets and control purchasing costs.
• Reconcile supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies with the finance team.
• Prepare regular reports on purchases, supplier performance, and inventory status.

Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with doctors, nurses, pharmacists, finance, and operations teams to assess requirements.
• Support management with procurement planning and cost-saving initiatives.
• Handle supplier communications, complaints, and performance evaluations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of healthcare procurement and medical terminology.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Healthcare: 2 years (Required)