Procurement Officer at Divine Mercy Specialist Hospital

Divine Mercy Specialist Hospital, located in the serene environment of Ibele-Umuaka, Njaba LGA, Imo State, is a premier, modern healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional community health services. Renowned for delivering high-quality clinical and emergency care, the hospital is currently expanding its operational team to better serve patients. To facilitate this growth, we are pleased to announce an opening for a competent, proactive, and organized Procurement Officer.

Key Responsibilities

As a Procurement Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the hospital has a steady, cost-effective, and high-quality supply of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and general administrative resources. Your primary duties will include:

Sourcing and purchasing high-quality medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, laboratory reagents, and office consumables.
Researching potential vendors, comparing prices, and negotiating favorable purchase and contract terms.
Managing inventory levels, tracking deliveries, and preventing stockouts of critical clinical supplies.
Assessing the quality of incoming goods and managing returns, damages, or discrepancies with suppliers.
Maintaining accurate, organized records of purchases, pricing, and vendor agreements.
Collaborating closely with clinical departments and administrative heads to understand and fulfill their operational needs.

Requirements and Qualifications

The ideal candidate should be a dedicated professional with a keen eye for detail and excellent negotiation skills. Requirements include:

Relevant qualifications in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
Proven experience working in a procurement or inventory management role (prior experience within a healthcare, clinical, or pharmaceutical setting is highly advantageous).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage budgets and optimize procurement costs without compromising on quality.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
High level of integrity, accountability, and organizational ability.

Why Join Divine Mercy Specialist Hospital?

This is a rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful career in a modern healthcare facility that values community well-being. By managing our supply chain efficiently, you will directly support our clinical team in delivering seamless medical care. We offer a supportive working environment where your contributions are highly valued.