Head of Supply Chain

About 2070Health W Health has set up India’s first healthcare focused Venture Studio called  2070Health - an innovation platform that builds transformative healthcare companies from scratch by discovering disruptive opportunities in whitespaces. Distinct from the accelerator approach, our venture studio is closely involved in idea generation, day-to-day operations, and strategic decisions of growing the new business. Companies incubated in the last 24 months include Elevate Now , Nivaan Care , Reveal Healthtech  , BabyMD and Everhope Oncology . Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement & Contracting Lead all national procurement operations with leading pharmaceutical and diagnostic partners. Negotiate commercial contracts ensuring optimal pricing, credit terms, and service levels. Develop long-term vendor partnerships aligned with the startup’s mission and growth plans. Supply Chain Design & Optimization Build a scalable, compliant, and tech-enabled supply chain to serve a distributed clinic network. Ensure reliable forecasting, demand planning, and timely replenishment across geographies. Implement systems for end-to-end visibility — from manufacturer to clinic fulfillment. Financial & Working Capital Management Monitor and optimize working capital cycles through efficient payment, credit, and inventory management. Collaborate with finance to forecast procurement budgets and align cash flow with business growth. Ensure strict compliance with internal controls, procurement policies, and statutory requirements. Stakeholder & Partner Management Manage day-to-day relationships with pharmaceutical companies, distribution network partners, and logistics providers. Establish SLAs and governance mechanisms to track vendor performance and reliability. Work cross-functionally with operations and product teams to align supply timelines with clinic demand. Process Improvement & Technology Integration Introduce automation and digital tools for procurement tracking, vendor evaluation, and performance analytics. Continuously improve sourcing efficiency, lead times, and cost management through data-driven insights. Leadership & Governance Build and lead a national procurement and logistics team with clear accountability structures. Foster a culture of transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement across all supply chain functions. Represent the startup with external partners and ensure ethical and compliant business practices. Requirements Requirements: 10–12 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or commercial operations within healthcare and pharmaceuticals. Strong track record of managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations with national and regional pharmaceutical companies. Experience overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including contracting, logistics, warehousing, and demand forecasting. Prior experience managing working capital cycles, credit terms, and distribution efficiency at scale. Familiarity with regulatory and compliance aspects of pharmaceutical distribution in India. Skill Set Deep commercial acumen with the ability to optimize cost, service levels, and working capital simultaneously. Strong negotiation and vendor management skills, with experience handling complex multi-party partnerships (manufacturers, C&F agents, distributors). Analytical approach to supply chain optimization through data, forecasting, and technology tools. Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement platforms; experience in implementing digital procurement or automation tools preferred.