Pharmacy Procurement Specialist

About the Role

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a state-of-the-art 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care. Developed by Afreximbank in clinical partnership with King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we are seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Procurement Specialist to drive our pharmaceutical supply chain operations and pharmacovigilance initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the continuous availability of safe, high-quality medicines while upholding rigorous regulatory standards to support uninterrupted, exceptional patient care.

• Develop and execute comprehensive pharmaceutical procurement plans based on clinical demand, consumption trends, and approved budgets.
• Coordinate purchase requisitions, supplier evaluations, contract management, and inventory control to optimize costs and prevent stock-outs.
• Oversee pharmacovigilance activities, including adverse drug reaction (ADR) reporting, medication safety surveillance, and risk mitigation.
• Integrate pharmacovigilance insights and supplier quality data into product selection, formulary management, and procurement decisions.
• Ensure full compliance with AMCE policies, NAFDAC regulations, and pharmaceutical quality assurance standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical and pharmacy teams to investigate medication incidents and implement corrective actions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) with a valid professional licence to practise in Nigeria.
• Proven experience in hospital pharmacy procurement, supply chain management, and pharmaceutical inventory control.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacovigilance principles, ADR reporting, and medication safety surveillance.
• Familiarity with NAFDAC regulatory requirements and pharmaceutical quality assurance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic pharmacy procurement or inventory management systems.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a world-class, expanding healthcare network in Africa.
• Collaborative work environment partnering with international clinical institutions.

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