Role Overview:

MediBuddy is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Procurement Leader to build and scale procurement practices that directly impact healthcare accessibility across India. This role will be responsible for driving sourcing strategy, vendor development, contract negotiations, and cost optimization across multiple categories. As a key member of the finance team, the Procurement Leader will drive financial discipline while fostering innovation and agility across the business. The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial mindset, exceptional stakeholder management, and a data-driven approach to procurement strategy.

Key Attributes:

- Entrepreneurial Mindset: Ability to hustle, identify new models (e.g., aggregator partnerships, shared diagnostics infrastructure), and build scalable sourcing frameworks.

- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build rapport and influence across CXOs, lab owners, and internal tech/product stakeholders.

- Data-Driven Thinking: Uses analytics and dashboards to drive sourcing decisions and performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

- Develop and execute end-to-end procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.

- Lead sourcing across key spend categories: technology, healthcare services, marketing, facilities, and corporate support.

- Foster supplier partnerships that enable scale, quality, innovation, and service delivery.

Vendor Management:

- Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard vendors including labs, doctors, hospitals, and diagnostic partners.

- Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure compliance with quality, financial, and operational standards.

- Drive expansion into new geographies while ensuring compliance with regulatory norms.

Negotiations & Contracts:

- Lead negotiations for commercial terms, ensuring cost efficiency and value creation.

- Collaborate with Finance and Legal teams on contract development, risk mitigation, and governance frameworks.

Cost Optimization & Compliance:

- Drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.

- Implement procurement policies, controls, and reporting mechanisms aligned with audit and compliance standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Act as a trusted partner to business units including Technology, Operations, HR, and Marketing.

- Work closely with Finance for budgeting, forecasting, and payment term alignment.

- Promote procurement best practices across the organization.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Bachelor's in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred.

- 8-15+ years of procurement experience, ideally in large diagnostic lab chains, healthcare, health-tech, or high-growth startups.

- Proficient in contract negotiation, cost optimization, and compliance governance.

- Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.

- Strong ethical standards, attention to detail, and compliance mindset.

Preferred Industry Experience:

- Experience with health-tech/e-health players (e.g., PharmEasy, 1mg, Practo, Redcliffe Labs) is highly preferred.

- Strong track record in scouting, onboarding, and managing healthcare partners across geographies.

- Familiarity with pan-India pricing dynamics and healthcare operational nuances in Tier 2/3 markets.

- Ability to negotiate pricing, SLAs, and credit terms that support operational scale.

Additional Requirements:

- Willingness to travel up to 40-50% for vendor evaluation, onboarding, and negotiations.

- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

What We Offer:

- A chance to shape procurement at one of India's most impactful digital health platforms.

- A collaborative, high-growth culture where innovation is encouraged.

- An opportunity to contribute to affordable, accessible healthcare for millions across India.