Meditrina Hospital, Kollam is seeking a qualified and experienced professional to join our Purchase & Stores Department in the position of Executive – Purchase & Stores. The desired candidate should have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience in handling purchase and store operations, preferably in a hospital/Diagnostic Centre/Medical Centre, healthcare organization.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will be responsible for effectively managing and streamlining all purchase and store-related functions of the hospital. Major duties include, but are not limited to:

Procurement & Vendor Management

- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors for procurement of hospital materials, consumables, and equipment.
- Obtain and evaluate multiple quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality assurance.
- Prepare comparative statements, purchase orders, and maintain vendor agreements and records.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods and services as per departmental requirements.

Inventory & Stores Management

- Maintain optimum inventory levels to prevent stock-outs and overstocking.
- Supervise receipt, inspection, storage, and issuance of materials to various departments.
- Ensure accurate entry of material movements in ERP or store management systems.
- Conduct periodic stock verification and maintain updated stock registers.

Coordination & Documentation

- Coordinate with departments such as Pharmacy, Nursing, Biomedical, and Accounts for purchase and supply requirements.
- Maintain all purchase-related documentation, including GRNs, invoices, and delivery challans.




- Support in internal and external audits by ensuring proper documentation and compliance.

Cost Control & Process Improvement

- Contribute to cost control measures by identifying alternate vendors and negotiating favorable terms.
- Ensure compliance with hospital procurement policies and quality standards.
- Assist in developing standard operating procedures for purchase and store operations.

Required Skills & Competencies:

- Solid knowledge of hospital materials, consumables, and medical equipment categories.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and vendor management skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/inventory software.
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Educational Qualification:

- Graduate / Diploma in Materials Management / Supply Chain Management / Commerce / Business Administration, or equivalent.
- Candidates with additional certification in Inventory or Procurement Management will be given preference.

How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated resume along with a recent passport-size photograph to [email protected] or WhatsApp to +91 (phone hidden). Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹15,100.00 per month

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time

Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:
- Purchase & Stores: 1 year (Required)

Location:
- Kollam, Kerala (Required)

Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Executive - Purchase & Stores (Kollam)
🏢 Meditrina Hospital
📍 Kollam