Job Objective:

To lead the operations of the Pharmaceutical Department towards the effective procurement, storage, and distribution of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical items on behalf of the Ministry of Health.

 Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Participate in NIPDEC’s strategic development and management meetings. 

• Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy 

• Provide management expertise to the department in alignment with Board approved policies and initiatives as they relate to the contractual arrangement with the Ministry of Health. 

• Provide effective leadership and guidance to the staff of the Pharmaceutical Department. 

• Manage and enforce the contractual obligations as detailed in the contract between NIPDEC and the Ministry of Health for the pharmaceutical supply system. 

• Liaise with key stakeholders (Ministry of Health, RHAs, Private Pharmacy Owners and Suppliers) to enhance the performance of the department. 

• Provide general management oversight in relation to the unit’s operational performance. 

• Responsible for the successful execution of the annual tender for the procurement of Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Medical Supplies. 

• Responsible for the overall management of the CDAP programme. 

• Responsible for the preparation of the annual budget for the Department. 

• Responsible for annual reports of the department and any other departmental reports as required by the General Manager or Board of Directors.  

• Perform any other related duties as necessary.

Contract Management 

• Monitor government policies and plans in the area of public healthcare. 

• Monitor technical development, locally and internationally, in the area of public healthcare. 

• Identify potential projects for the Company in the area of healthcare and procurement of goods and services both locally and in the region. 

• Undertake research and feasibility studies for potential projects for the Company and for external clients. 

• Prepare project proposals for submission to the General Manager. 

• As part of the Management Team negotiate new projects with clients on behalf of the Company. 

• Assist in a review capacity in the implementation of projects and undertake project appraisals upon completion. 

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Requirements: 

• MBA or Post Graduate Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management from a recognized university. 

• Possession of MCIPS certification will be considered an asset.

• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a management position.

• Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.

 Special Skills and Knowledge: 

• Considerable knowledge of Procurement & Supply Chain Management principles and techniques. 

• Considerable knowledge of modern management techniques and practices. 

• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills. 

• Considerable knowledge of research and analysis methodology and techniques. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

• Ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team. 

• Ability to plan, direct, coordinate and control complete functions or operations. 

• Ability to exercise mature judgment and discretion in assessing programmes, in making difficult job decisions and in interpreting policies and procedures. 

• Hands on experience with supply chain management software (such as SAP MM, AP Modules, SAP Plant Maintenance, etc.). 

• Full working knowledge of Microsoft Office software package. 

Performance Standards: 

• Standards set in relation to the Department’s business plan, strategic objectives and budgets. 

• NIPDEC’s policies and procedures. 

• Established professional standards, industry best practice and statutory requirements.