Supply Chain Manager at Advantage Health Africa

Core Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for pharmaceuticals, raw materials, and consumables.
• Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers in line with quality, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and SLAs to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement.

Warehouse & Inventory Management

• Oversee warehouse operations in compliance with GDP/GSP standards.
• Implement inventory controls to minimize stock-outs, expiries, and losses.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and distribution per NAFDAC, PCN, and WHO guidelines.
• Lead stock reconciliations, audits, and reporting.

Supply Chain Optimization

• Monitor forecasts, stock levels, and trends to optimize inventory turnover.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations to align supply with demand.
• Deploy ERP/digital tools for visibility and efficiency.
• Develop and enforce SOPs across procurement and warehousing.
• Compliance & People Management
• Ensure strict regulatory adherence (NAFDAC, PCN, WHO, GDP, GSP).
• Train, mentor, and supervise warehouse and procurement staff.
• Uphold health, safety, and quality assurance standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• B.Pharm and current PCN license (mandatory).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience as Supply Chain Manager in pharma.
• Strong knowledge of pharma procurement, warehousing, and distribution.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, inventory management, and MS Office.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
• In-depth understanding of GDP, GSP, and regulatory frameworks.