National Path Labs and Research Center

Hospital / Clinic / Diagnostic Centre

Procurement Manager

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Healthcare / Pharma / Biotech / Medical / R&D

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Mid Level

Full Time

Vacancy: 1

Tangal Chowk, Laxminarayan Temple, Kathmandu|

Experience: More than 3 years|

Not Disclosed

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities of this job

National Path Labs and Research Center is a dynamic and growing organization committed to delivering quality services in its respective sector. We are currently seeking motivated, skilled, and passionate candidates to join our team

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement Leadership

Establish and lead a centralized, transparent procurement system for all NPL branches and partner hospital labs.
Design and implement procurement policies, SOPs, and internal control mechanisms in line with ISO 15189:2022, NABL, and company standards.
Develop and execute an annual procurement plan aligned with budgeting and operational goals.
Oversee procurement planning for high-cost consumables, reagents, machinery, and equipment in specialized departments (e.g., Molecular Biology, Histopathology, NGS,etc.).

2. Vendor Management and Negotiation

Lead vendor identification, selection, evaluation, and empanelment processes.
Negotiate pricing, service agreements, and terms of supply for optimal value.
Ensure vendor performance is monitored and reviewed periodically based on delivery, cost, and quality.

3. Team Leadership & Coordination

Supervise and mentor Procurement Officers, ensuring clear delegation of tasks and KPIs.
Ensure seamless coordination between Procurement, Stores, Accounts, and Lab Operations teams.
Conduct periodic performance reviews and build procurement team capabilities.

4. Cost Management and CPT Optimization

Analyze and compare monthly Cost Per Test (CPT) across departments and locations.
Develop cost control strategies, including bulk purchasing, supplier consolidation, and alternate sourcing.
Support CFO in linking CPT trends with budgeting and pricing strategies.

5. Procurement Systems and Data Integration

Ensure smooth integration of procurement workflows with Tally ERP and LIS (Laboratory Information System).
Drive automation of procurement processes to improve accuracy, reduce delays, and minimize manual intervention.

6. Inventory and Consumption Management

Forecast demand accurately based on consumption trends, seasonal demand, and expansion plans.
Implement reorder level and safety stock mechanisms to prevent stockouts and overstocking.
Track expiry dates, manage near-expiry goods, and implement FIFO strategies.
Ensure monthly reconciliation between physical stock, LIS, and purchase records.

7. Compliance and Risk Mitigation

Ensure adherence to internal controls, procurement policies, and regulatory guidelines (including tax, import, and health product regulations).
Identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruption, non-compliance, and fraudulent practices.
Lead internal audits of procurement and inventory functions.

8. Reporting and Analytics

Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual procurement reports to the senior management.
Provide data-driven insights on consumption, cost efficiency, supplier performance, and stock movements.
Highlight variances and propose corrective action plans.

9. Stakeholder and Vendor Relations

Build strong working relationships with key suppliers and logistics providers
Liaise with department heads, especially Lab Managers and QA/QC personnel, to ensure supply needs align with operational goals.

10. Process Improvement and Innovation

Continuously review procurement workflows to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
Benchmark procurement practices with healthcare industry standards and integrate best practices.

Job Specification

Required qualifications for this job

Required Education Level:Graduate (Masters)

Required Experience:More than 3 years

Other Specification

Education: BBS, BBA, MBA in Supply Chain or any other field related to procurement.
Experience: 3-5years (Mostly preferred in Diagnostic Center, Lab, Hospital.)
Need to be more specialized on vendor and supplier focused.

Skills Required

Required skills for this job

Communication

Procurement

Strategic Planning

Vendor Management

Supply-Chain Optimization

Salary

Offered financial and non-financial compensation for this job

Offered Salary:Not Disclosed

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Apply Before: May 02, 2026

About the organization

National Path Labs and Research Center

Hospital / Clinic / Diagnostic Centre

Tangal Chowk, Laxminarayan Temple, Kathmandu

Join Nepal’s Largest & Most Advanced Pathology Network National Path Lab (NPL) – Nepal’s leading and most trusted pathology laboratory – is expanding its dynamic team! As the largest and fastest-growing chain of pathology labs in the country, NPL operates 13 advanced branch laboratories and multiple collection centers, ensuring the widest diagnostic presence across Nepal. With Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from global partners and a mission to deliver world-class diagnostic services, NPL combines international standards with deep local reach. We’re at the forefront of diagnostic innovation, setting new benchmarks in quality, accuracy, and care.

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