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 networkEnsure reliable forecasting, demand planning, and timely replenishment across geographiesImplement systems for end-to-end visibility — from manufacturer to clinic fulfillmentFinancial & Working Capital Management
Monitor and optimize working capital cycles through efficient payment, credit, and inventory managementCollaborate with finance to forecast procurement budgets and align cash flow with business growthEnsure strict compliance with internal controls, procurement policies, and statutory requirementsStakeholder & Partner Management
Manage day-to-day relationships with pharmaceutical companies, distribution network partners, and logistics providersEstablish SLAs and governance mechanisms to track vendor performance and reliabilityWork cross-functionally with operations and product teams to align supply timelines with clinic demandProcess Improvement & Technology Integration
Introduce automation and digital tools for procurement tracking, vendor evaluation, and performance analyticsContinuously improve sourcing efficiency, lead times, and cost management through data-driven insightsLeadership & Governance
Build and lead a national procurement and logistics team with clear accountability structuresFoster a culture of transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement across all supply chain functionsRepresent the startup with external partners and ensure ethical and compliant business practicesRequirements
Requirements :
10-12 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or commercial operations within healthcare and pharmaceuticalsStrong track record of managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations with national and regional pharmaceutical companiesExperience overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including contracting, logistics, warehousing, and demand forecastingPrior experience managing working capital cycles, credit terms, and distribution efficiency at scaleFamiliarity with regulatory and compliance aspects of pharmaceutical distribution in IndiaSkill Set
Deep commercial acumen with the ability to optimize cost, service levels, and working capital simultaneouslyStrong 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 toolsProficiency in ERP systems and procurement platforms; experience in implementing digital procurement or automation tools preferredSkills Required
Procurement, Negotiation, Commercial Operations, Contracting, Vendor Management, Demand Forecasting, Automation Tools, Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management