Associate Manager - Supply Chain & Procurement

Role

Associate Manager Data analytics

Position Title:
Associate Manager - Master Data Management

Department:
Supply Chain Master Data Management

Grade/Level

Associate Manager / Deputy Manager

Reporting To:
Senior Manager supply chain

Reportees:
NA.

KEY PURPOSE OF THE JOB (Position Summary):
Mention the key purpose or summary of the job and how it will contribute to the overall business of the organization

• Financial responsibilities ? Ensure cost efficiency through accurate data management and analytics-driven insights.
• Customer responsibilities ? Provide reliable and timely master data to support seamless internal operations.
• Process responsibility ? Maintain standardized, compliant, and efficient end-to-end master data processes.
• People and organization responsibility ? Collaborate across teams and support adoption of best data practices.
• Governance, MIS & Reporting ? Ensure data compliance, accuracy, and actionable reporting for decision-making.

WORK RELATIONS

Main interfaces- with whom one has regular contact in carrying out one?s duties (whom one reports to ? direct & functional and to whom one has interface within and outside the organization?)

Internal Interface

Central Order management, Category heads, central IT team, unit SCM team, Corporate Medical & Nursing team,, Unit Operations team, Medical superintendents, Customer service IT, and Finance team

External Interface

Suppliers & Manufacturers

Reporting Authority

Senior Manager

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

List the key accountabilities of the job

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of item, vendor, and price master data
• Drive efficient master data extraction, validation, and standardization processes
• Support ERP systems through data migration, validation, and issue resolution
• Enable data-driven decision-making through analytics, dashboards, and MIS reporting
• Maintain compliance with data governance standards and audit requirements

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

List the critical tasks/responsibilities that must be achieved so that the job purpose is fulfilled.

Financial responsibilities

• Support cost optimization through accurate item master, vendor, and price data management
• Analyze price variance, consumption trends, and inventory data to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Assist in maintaining rate contracts and monitoring pricing accuracy across systems
• Contribute to budget efficiency by minimizing data errors impacting procurement and inventory planning

Customer responsibilities

• Ensure availability of accurate and standardized master data for internal stakeholders (Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Operations)
• Support seamless procurement and supply chain operations through reliable data outputs
• Provide timely insights and dashboards to leadership for informed decision-making
• Address data-related queries and ensure high service levels for internal users

Process responsibility

• Manage end-to-end item master lifecycle including extraction, validation, standardization, and upload
• Ensure adherence to master data governance policies and hospital formulary standards
• Perform data validation, reconciliation, and periodic audits to maintain data integrity
• Support ERP processes including data migration, validation, and issue resolution
• Drive automation and continuous improvement in data extraction and processing workflows

People and organization responsibility

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, Procurement, Finance, and Operations
• Support training and knowledge sharing on master data tools, dashboards, and processes
• Promote data accuracy, accountability, and process discipline across teams
• Assist stakeholders in understanding and adopting standardized master data practices

Governance, MIS & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with master data governance standards and audit requirements
• Generate and maintain MIS reports on inventory, consumption, pricing, and data quality
• Develop dashboards and analytical reports for operational and strategic insights
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate and traceable data records
• Monitor data quality KPIs and implement corrective actions where required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

List the skills, knowledge & experience required for the role incumbent

Qualification and Experience

• BE / MCA / BTech or equivalent in Data Science, Analytics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related fields
• 8-10 years of experience in Oracle healthcare or supply chain domine expert with analytics knowledge

Category

Requirements

Core Expertise

Support Oracle implementation, Web-based item master data extraction, new item revamping & categorization, big data analytics in healthcare or supply chain

Technical Skills

Python (Pandas, Scikit-learn, Selenium), Power BI, Power Query, Excel Copilot, Teams Copilot, Google Colab, SQL

Domain Knowledge

Hospital master data (item/vendor/price), GRN, inventory, BOM, ERP support (Oracle), high-volume data handling

Soft Skills

Strong attention to detail, training delivery, cross-functional collaboration (IT, procurement, operations)

Skills and Knowledge and Competencies

Item Master Data Extraction & Validation

• Extract item master details (item descriptions, specifications, prices, units of measure, categories) from supplier and manufacturer websites.
• Use Python-based scripts in Google Colab or free browser automation tools (e.g., Selenium) to scrape and structure data securely.
• Validate extracted data for accuracy, completeness, and procurement readiness, especially for hospital-critical items.

Big Data Analytics & Reporting

• Perform large-scale analytics on inventory, GRN, consumption, and price variance reports.
• Build Power BI dashboards for:
• Trend and consumption analysis
• Seasonal demand forecasting (ARIMA / XGBoost models)
• BOM generation and supply planning insights
• Share dashboards and insights through Microsoft Teams for leadership review and operational planning.

Application Instructions

• Oracle master data or migration involvement
• Item master revamping and categorization experience
• Supplier website data extraction or scraping projects
• Power BI dashboards and big data analytics work

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in data extraction, transformation, and validation techniques
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• high attention to detail and data accuracy
• Advanced skills in Excel and data tools
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
• Experience with Power BI, Python, and data analytics tools
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• High ethical standards and professionalism

ORGANISATION CHART

Please attach an organizational chart of the department. The Organization chart should show the relationship between this job, the immediate superior, the peers (reports to the same superior,) and the subordinates.

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Associate Vice President

Senior Manager