Specialist- Supply Chain Management, HSS

Overview

Specialist, Supply Chain Management for the implementation and roll-out of the supply chain strengthening project under PATH's Health Systems Strengthening vertical, providing technical assistance to national and state teams to strengthen supply chain in Odisha.

What you'll do

• Support implementation of state-specific roadmaps for the 'To-Be' supply chain model for Odisha, focusing on strengthening overall SCM processes.
• Collaborate with national and state teams to support integration and execution of state-specific procurement and supply chain activities, aligned with Odisha State Medical Corporation (OSMC), NHM guidelines and standards.
• Coordinate with competent committees, such as the technical committee and procurement committee of OSMC, to ensure timely completion of the procurement process.
• Contribute to designing and implementing interventions to enhance supply chain efficiency within the healthcare system, adhering to government SCM principles and guidelines.
• Coordinate day-to-day with project partners to monitor progress and facilitate rollout of activities per approved work plans/proposals and the state-specific roadmap.
• Lead and assist in developing technical resources, project documents and reports related to procurement and supply chain management to support the 'To-Be' models for Odisha State.
• Contribute to development and delivery of training programs for external and internal stakeholders on procurement processes and supply chain management.
• Support identification of capacity-building needs and opportunities, and assist SHS in developing model drug warehouses.
• Support the state in digitization of the supply chain, demand forecasting, data-driven decision making, and interactive dashboard development in DVDMS in coordination with CDAC.
• Scout for innovative technology solutions to address SCM challenges and, with key stakeholders, pilot test interventions in selected geographies, monitoring outcomes and lessons learned.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with relevant government agencies and stakeholders at state and district levels.
• Liaise with government officials to align project activities with government priorities and policies, leveraging government resources and support.
• Work closely with team members on integration and implementation of project activities related to warehouse operations in a timely manner.
• Assist the Program lead in coordinating and executing program partnerships and related program work, internally and with external stakeholders.
• Support coordination of project management processes internally and with external stakeholders, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables in state-specific roadmaps.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project progress, including achievements, challenges and lessons learned, contributing to monitoring and evaluation.
• Undertake other tasks assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

What you'll need

• Postgraduate or professional degree in Pharmacy, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, MBA-SCM, MPH/MHA or any other related field.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in supply chain management in a reputed public or private organization.
• Expertise in the functions and practices of supply chain in government organizations/departments and knowledge of supply chain management best practices.
• Technical knowledge and field experience in planning and implementation of logistics and supply chain programs.
• Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with ability to convey complex technical and policy concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, project management and organizational skills.
• Self-starter able to work with a high degree of autonomy; experience managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to multitask, work in a multi-cultural team, and handle a variety of assignments under deadline pressure.

Nice to have

• Previous experience or demonstrated expertise in a similar role.

Details

• Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• Available to travel to intervention states up to 30-40% of the time; ability to travel up to 40-50% of the time.