ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client in the healthcare sector seeks a commercially minded Purchase & Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement strategy, supplier relationships and reliable access to essential products. This senior role requires strong sourcing judgement, vendor management and the ability to build disciplined procurement processes in a quality-sensitive environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop sourcing and purchasing strategies aligned with operational requirements and value for money.
• Identify, assess and manage suppliers, distributors and long-term vendor partnerships.
• Lead procurement negotiations covering pricing, quality, payment terms and delivery performance.
• Oversee purchase orders, supplier agreements, procurement records and internal approvals.
• Coordinate with operations and inventory teams to minimise stockouts and supply interruptions.
• Monitor supplier performance, procurement risk, cost trends and opportunities for savings.
• Promote ethical purchasing, traceability and adherence to relevant quality and compliance requirements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Proven experience leading strategic procurement and supplier/vendor management.
• Evidence of successful commercial negotiation, purchasing controls and cost optimisation.
• Experience coordinating supply chains with multiple suppliers and operational stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, documentation, communication and leadership skills.
• Exposure to healthcare, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, medical consumables or another quality-sensitive supply chain is advantageous.