Head of Supply Chain & Procurement- Hiring for our Portfolio Company
LocationDelhi, Delhi, India
Typefull-time
DepartmentPortfolio Companies
Company size51+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen12h ago
About 2070Health
W Health has set up India’s first healthcare focused Venture Studio called 2070Health - an innovation platform that builds transformative healthcare companies from scratch by discovering disruptive opportunities in whitespaces. Distinct from the accelerator approach, our venture studio is closely involved in idea generation, day-to-day operations, and strategic decisions of growing the new business. Companies incubated in the last 24 months include Elevate Now, Nivaan Care, Reveal Healthtech , BabyMD and Everhope Oncology.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement & Contracting
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Lead all national procurement operations with leading pharmaceutical and diagnostic partners.
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Negotiate commercial contracts ensuring optimal pricing, credit terms, and service levels.
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Develop long-term vendor partnerships aligned with the startup’s mission and growth plans.
Supply Chain Design & Optimization
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Build a scalable, compliant, and tech-enabled supply chain to serve a distributed clinic network.
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Ensure reliable forecasting, demand planning, and timely replenishment across geographies.
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Implement systems for end-to-end visibility — from manufacturer to clinic fulfillment.
Financial & Working Capital Management
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Monitor and optimize working capital cycles through efficient payment, credit, and inventory management.
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Collaborate with finance to forecast procurement budgets and align cash flow with business growth.
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Ensure strict compliance with internal controls, procurement policies, and statutory requirements.
Stakeholder & Partner Management
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Manage day-to-day relationships with pharmaceutical companies, distribution network partners, and logistics providers.
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Establish SLAs and governance mechanisms to track vendor performance and reliability.
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Work cross-functionally with operations and product teams to align supply timelines with clinic demand.
Process Improvement & Technology Integration
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Introduce automation and digital tools for procurement tracking, vendor evaluation, and performance analytics.
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Continuously improve sourcing efficiency, lead times, and cost management through data-driven insights.
Leadership & Governance
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Build and lead a national procurement and logistics team with clear accountability structures.
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Foster a culture of transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement across all supply chain functions.
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Represent the startup with external partners and ensure ethical and compliant business practices.
Requirements
Requirements:
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10–12 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or commercial operations within healthcare and pharmaceuticals.
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Strong track record of managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations with national and regional pharmaceutical companies.
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Experience overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including contracting, logistics, warehousing, and demand forecasting.
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Prior experience managing working capital cycles, credit terms, and distribution efficiency at scale.
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Familiarity with regulatory and compliance aspects of pharmaceutical distribution in India.
Skill Set
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Deep commercial acumen with the ability to optimize cost, service levels, and working capital simultaneously.
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Strong negotiation and vendor management skills, with experience handling complex multi-party partnerships (manufacturers, C&F agents, distributors).
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Analytical approach to supply chain optimization through data, forecasting, and technology tools.
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Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement platforms; experience in implementing digital procurement or automation tools preferred.