procurement director
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Director of Procurement
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October 24, 2024
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Imperial Distributors Canada Inc.
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*ABOUT US*
Imperial Distributors Canada Inc. (IDCI) is at the forefront of enabling healthcare delivery for pharmacies across Western Canada. We are working to enhance the health and well-being of the communities we serve, making every day we work a step towards a healthier tomorrow. At IDCI, you're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a community that values innovation, integrity, and, most importantly, the impact we have on people's lives. Our culture thrives on empowerment and respect, encouraging every member to contribute, innovate, grow, and make meaningful differences.
Our unwavering commitment to pharmaceutical supply chain resilience ensures that we can adapt to challenges swiftly, keeping our services reliable and uninterrupted. This dedication to robust operations assures that our partners and communities can always rely on us for their healthcare needs. Community engagement, sustainability, and charitable efforts are at the heart of what we do.
*JOB DESCRIPTION*
*Key Priorities*:
* *Inventory Management:* Lead the procurement team to achieve optimum inventory levels, fulfillment rates, inventory turns and reduced aged inventory across all categories to support customer demand.
* *Vendor Relationship Management*: Cultivate outstanding partnerships with Imperial Distributors Canada Inc.?s diverse range of vendor partners. This role is pivotal in bridging the company with its vendors, ensuring robust and mutually beneficial relationships.
* *Strategic Opportunity Identification*: Seek out areas of opportunity for enhancing efficiency, profitability, and revenue. This involves crafting and executing strategic action plans to transform these opportunities into tangible results.
* *Program Development*: Create, implement, and follow through on initiatives based on market opportunities to support clinical, sales, and promotional programs for pharmacies.
*Specific Responsibilities*:
* *Strategic Category Development*: Architect a comprehensive strategy for assigned categories and vendors, aimed at enhancing revenue, streamlining efficiency, and bolstering profitability.
* *Opportunity Capitalization*: Identify potential areas for growth and devise robust action plans for new revenue streams and unique market positioning.
* *Promotional Program Development*: Create innovative specialized initiatives tailored to the needs of retail pharmacy to drive revenue.
* *Competitive Analysis*: Gather and analyze information on industry and competitive changes to sustain our competitive edge and expansion in the pharmaceutical distribution sector.
* *Vendor Relationship Reviews*: Regularly engage in comprehensive evaluations with all designated vendors to foster continuous improvement and growth.
* *Institutional Relationship Building: *Grow relationships with government, health authorities and industry associations where it makes sense for our role in the healthcare industry.
* *Team Leadership and Development*: Offer guidance, development opportunities, and performance management to the team, ensuring alignment with company goals and strategies.
* *Product Assessment*: Critically evaluate all new product proposals to determine their potential for successful integration into the company?s offerings.
* *Leadership Updates*: Consistently communicate with the leadership team on industry dynamics and activities.
*Educational and Professional Prerequisites*:
· A university degree, with a preference for backgrounds in Pharmacy or health-related fields.
· 4 years or more experience in procurement and inventory management.
· 3 years or more experience in strategic negotiations and building supplier relationships.
· 3 years or more experience in managing and leading teams to resolve problems and achieve company targets.
*Desired Attributes*:
· Strong people skills with ability to work independently, motivate, and lead teams.
· Outstanding negotiation skills, paired with analytical and problem-solving abilities.
· Skil
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LocationRichmond, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$120,000 to $140,000YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Full time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
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