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