About Akidha

People often overpay for medicines they don’t fully understand.
They know the brand name—but not the molecule behind it. So when a cheaper alternative is suggested, trust becomes the biggest barrier.

Akidha is building India’s first education-led pharmacy.
The focus is on helping people understand medicine molecules first—then choose confidently.

Every order is doctor-verified, sourced from WHO-GMP certified manufacturers, and priced with complete transparency.

When someone asks, “Why didn’t anyone tell me this before?”
Akidha aims to be the answer.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing of medicines, vendor management, and Just-in-Time (JIT) procurement to ensure uninterrupted availability, optimal inventory levels, and cost efficiency. This role is critical to maintaining supply reliability while supporting Akidha’s rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end procurement for medicines and healthcare products
Develop and execute JIT sourcing strategies to minimize inventory holding and reduce expiry risk
Identify, onboard, and manage distributors, manufacturers, and channel partners
Negotiate pricing, credit terms, SLAs, and commercial agreements
Monitor stock availability, lead times, and reorder levels in coordination with operations and warehouse teams
Ensure procurement compliance with pharma regulations, quality standards, and internal SOPs
Track procurement KPIs, including fill rate, cost savings, supplier performance, and stock turns
Coordinate with demand planning and category teams for forecasting and replenishment
Handle vendor escalations, shortages, and supply disruptions proactively

Requirements

4–8 years of experience in pharma/healthcare procurement or sourcing
Strong understanding of pharma supply chain, distributors, and trade margins
Hands-on experience with JIT procurement and inventory optimisation
Proven negotiation and vendor management skills
Familiarity with ERP/inventory systems and procurement dashboards
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in pharma sourcing
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment

Location: Work from Office - Based out of Mumbai, Maharashtra

Procurement Manager - Akidha