Develop and own the global procurement strategy for Neko Health's medical equipment categories, including but not limited to: blood laboratory analysers, ultrasound systems, cardiovascular diagnostic equipment, ECG devices, and ancillary medical hardware.
Manage strategic supplier relationships for third-party medical device manufacturers and distributors, acting as the primary procurement interface for key partners.
Lead the end-to-end sourcing process for medical equipment, including market analysis, RFP development, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation, and contract award.
Drive value for money through multi-year supply agreements, bulk purchase strategies, direct manufacturer partnerships, and co-development or co-investment opportunities.
Lead commercial negotiations with medical device suppliers, balancing cost, quality, service levels, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Manage supplier contracts through their full lifecycle including execution, performance monitoring, renewals, and terminations.
Collaborate closely with the Engineering, Manufacturing, and Clinical teams to understand equipment performance requirements, quality standards, and regulatory specifications including MDR and FDA requirements.
Support the Generation 2 (Gen 2) equipment programme and new product introduction (NPI) activities requiring procurement engagement.
Develop and maintain procurement playbooks for the medical equipment category, including device selection criteria, supplier qualification frameworks, and contract templates.
Monitor the medical device market for technology developments, pricing trends, regulatory changes, and emerging suppliers to inform Neko's medium-term equipment strategy.
Manage and monitor supplier performance against agreed service levels, quality KPIs, and delivery commitments.
Create and manage Purchase Orders in compliance with internal policies and approval authorities.
