Purchase Officer

Job Title: Purchase Officer
Location: Yelahanka, Bangalore
Industry: Diagnostics / Healthcare
Experience: 7+ years (including managerial experience in Purchase / Procurement)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchase Officer to oversee procurement operations and ensure smooth material availability for diagnostic services. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, vendor management experience, and a deep understanding of procurement processes within the diagnostics or healthcare industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify stock levels; approve indents as required.

• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and follow through for timely approvals.

• Liaise with vendors to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods.

• Verify the quality and quantity of delivered materials against Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs).

• Coordinate with Quality Control, Lab Managers, and Vendors for returns and disposals.

• Track stock levels and stock value; maintain up-to-date GRN entries.

• Ensure availability of buffer stock to avoid operational delays and stock-outs.

• Focus on improving Cost Per Test (CPRT) across parameters.

• Monitor product expiry dates and enforce First Expiry First Out (FEFO) protocols.

• Verify completeness and accuracy of all purchase documentation (Indent, PO, Invoice, GRN, QC).

• Ensure timely invoice verification and submission of documents for payment processing.

• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for procurement, inventory, returns, and disposals.

• Monitor wastage of reagents and consumables.

• Manage outsourced sample shipments and associated logistics and payments.

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of purchases, supplier pricing, and key procurement data.

• Coordinate with lab managers to create effective procurement schedules.

• Evaluate vendor performance and handle issue resolution.