Storekeeper & Purchasing Officer (Healthcare)

The Storekeeper & Purchasing Officer is responsible for managing healthcare inventory and procurement activities, ensuring the continuous availability of medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, consumables, and equipment. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Pharmacist with hands-on experience in both purchasing and store/inventory management within a healthcare setting.

Core ResponsibilitiesPurchasing & Procurement

• Source, evaluate, and manage vendors for pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, consumables, and equipment.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing, and ensure cost-effective purchasing in line with approved budgets.
• Prepare, issue, and monitor purchase orders through ERP or procurement systems.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve quality or supply issues.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and compliance.

Store & Inventory Management

• Receive, inspect, and record incoming medications, medical supplies, and consumables.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including batch numbers, expiry dates, and storage conditions.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate timely replenishment to avoid shortages or expiries.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and segregation of pharmaceutical and medical items as per healthcare standards.
• Issue stock to departments based on approved requisitions and maintain movement records.

Compliance & Quality Control

• Ensure all procurement and store activities comply with DHA regulations, pharmacy laws, and internal policies.
• Verify that medicines and medical items meet regulatory approvals and quality specifications.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews with complete and accurate documentation.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of expired, damaged, or recalled items.

Financial & Reporting Responsibilities

• Monitor procurement budgets and control purchasing costs.
• Coordinate with finance for invoice verification and reconciliation.
• Prepare regular reports on inventory status, purchases, expiries, and supplier performance.

Coordination & Communication

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

RequirementsEducation & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (BPharm / PharmD) — preferred.
• Valid DHA Pharmacist license or eligibility preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a healthcare setting with exposure to:
• Pharmacy purchasing
• Medical store/inventory management

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical procurement, medical inventory, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.
• Excellent negotiation, organizational, and coordination skills.
• High attention to detail, especially with expiries and batch tracking.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month