Abhay Kharwar
@abhaykharwar
Senior procurement professional in healthcare driving cost savings, supplier performance, and compliant supply chains.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented procurement professional with 11+ years in healthcare procurement, currently serving as Manager – Supply at Lifecare Hospital, Eldoret. I specialize in strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of medical supplies.
My experience spans managing end-to-end procurement for hospitals, implementing inventory controls (ABC, VED, ROL), overseeing logistics, and ensuring regulatory compliance for controlled substances. I have led supplier selection and negotiations, driven cost-reduction initiatives, and collaborated with clinical and finance teams to align procurement with organizational goals.
I bring strong technical skills in SAP, HIS, advanced MS Excel and reporting, and a track record of improving supply continuity and reducing wastage. I am collaborative, process-focused, and committed to continuous improvement in healthcare supply chain operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager – Supply
Lifecare Hospital Eldoret
May 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Manage end-to-end procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations and inventory across hospital sites, driving cost reductions and ensuring timely supply of medical drugs, consumables and equipment.
Manager - Supply Chain
Lifecare Hospital Migori
Apr 2021 - Apr 2023 (2 years)
Led end-to-end procurement of pharmaceuticals, consumables and medical equipment, managed PO processing and vendor payments, and maintained inventory control using ABC/VED/ROL methodologies.
Executive Supply Chain Manager
Medanta Holdings Pvt Ltd
Sep 2019 - Oct 2021 (2 years 1 month)
Oversaw supply chain operations including procurement, vendor management, inventory control and logistics for medical supplies across Lucknow and Patna, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and timely deliveries.
Executive Supply Chain Manager
Paras HMRI Hospital
Dec 2015 - Sep 2019 (3 years 9 months)
Managed procurement of pharmaceuticals and medical consumables, conducted vendor selection and contract management, and maintained optimal inventory through forecasting and stock control.
Assistant Accountant, Cashier
Shrinivas Hospital
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)
Handled daily cash and bank transactions, maintained patient billing records, reconciled payments and assisted in preparing financial reports and month-end closings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
VUVinoba Bhave University
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), Commerce
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from Vinoba Bhave University.
WEWest Bengal Board of Secondary Education
Intermediate, Higher Secondary
Completed intermediate (higher secondary) education under the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (DAV school).
WEWest Bengal Board of Secondary Education
Matriculation, Secondary Education
Completed matriculation (secondary school) under the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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