Central Medical Services Society (CMSS) has been established with the approval of Cabinet on 24.08.2011 as a Central Procurement Agency (CPA) to streamline drug procurement and distribution system of Department of Health & Family Welfare (DoHFW), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India and to eliminate existing deficiencies. The Mission of the Society is to procure high quality health sector goods in a transparent and cost-effective manner in line with the directives of the Government of India and ensure timely and un-interrupted supply of health sector goods & services for State Government and Union Territories.

Central Medical Services Society (CMSS), a Central Procurement Agency of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India, has opening for the following position on contract basis/by deputation.

Post : General Manager (Procurement)

Number of Posts : 02 (Two)

Method of recruitment whether on contract OR by deputation : On contract basis/ by deputation The terms for deputation are at Annex-I. On direct contract basis, the terms are as below:

Tenure of Post : For a period not exceeding 5 years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

Emoluments : Rs. 1,50,000/- per month (Consolidated- all inclusive)

Age limit : Up to 55 years on the last date of receipt of application.

Educational Qualification and Experience required for recruitment:
A. An Engineering degree (in any discipline) or Science /Pharmaceutical science graduate with MBA (any discipline) through a full time degree course from Universities recognized by UGC or Autonomous Institute(s) authorized by M/o HRD and should have at least 60% marks each or equivalent grade in Graduation and Post Graduation level.
B. Minimum 15 years of experience in procurement at managerial level (s) after completion of engineering degree. For Science Graduate/Pharmaceutical Science Graduate with MBA, 15 years of experience in procurement at managerial level (s) after completion of MBA.

Desirable :
C. Proficiency in modern Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and E-Procurement system.
D. Conversant with GFR and Public Procurement Process.

Probation period : 6 months

Job responsibilities/requirements : As per attached annexure

Period of appointment : For retention/continuation, review of performance after every year by the DG&CEO and the Governing Body of the Society. However, services can be terminated by serving one months’ notice.

Annual increase in salary : 5% subject to satisfactory performance.

Eligibility
Officers of the rank of Under Secretary/Deputy Secretary level of the Central Government possessing the following qualifications and experience are eligible for the post:-
(a) (i) holding analogous post in level 12 as per 7th CPC (pre-revised scale of PB3: Rs. 15,600- 39,100 + Grade Pay Rs. 7600/—) or equivalent on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; or
(ii) With five years’ service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis, in the pre-revised pay band of PB-3 Rs. 15,600-39,100 + Grade Pay Rs. 66,00/- (as per 6th CPC) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department;
(b) Possessing the following educational qualifications and experience:-
(i) A masters/Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or MBA of a recognised University.
(ii) Three years’ experience in the field of Public Procurement of Goods/Services.

Note 1: Period of deputation including short term contract in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other organization/department of the Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed three years.

Note 2 : The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation (including short term contract) shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

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It is requested that the applications of the eligible officers who are willing to be appointed on deputation basis may be forwarded as per the given address along with two copies of Bio-data (Annexure-2) duly signed by the applicant and certified by the Head of Office/Employer. Candidates who are applying for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently. While recommending names of suitable officers, Departments are requested to enclose the following certificates/documents:
(i) Complete and up-to-date ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years, duly attested on each page by an officer not below the level of Under Secretary or equivalent.
(ii) Vigilance clearance certificate.
(iii) Cadre Clearance and Certificate to the effect that in case the officer so recommended is selected, he/she will be immediately relieved to take charge of the assignment;
(iv) Certificate regarding imposition of penalties stating that no minor/major penalties have been imposed upon the officer during the last 10 years;
(v) Integrity Certificate.

Main Responsibilities:
• To oversee that the procurement (Domestic & Externally Aided Projects) is done in a transparent, efficient and economic manner, in line with the law of the land.
• To monitor storage in warehouses and order goods based on needs so as to avoid shortages and wastages.
• Framing of generic specification for health sector goods and equipments after discussion with all stakeholders and its updating from time to time.
• Codification of all the items to be procured by CMSS.
• Provide and maintain a supplier database incorporating details of contact particulars, product, licensing, performance and prior product quality problems.
• Registration of suppliers based on credentials, manufacturing capability, quality assurance system, past performance, GMP, after sale service and financial background etc and vendor rating.
• Standardisation of bidding documents including conditions such as specification, qualification requirement, delivery etc.
• Standardisation of award of contract document and other related documents.
• Responsible for bid evaluation, award of contract and post contract management.
• To ensure prompt payment to suppliers and assist in resolving their genuine problems
• Preparation of data-base of accredited testing laboratories for pharmaceuticals and other medical supplies.
• Advise on setting up a QA system for drugs and pharmaceuticals covering the entire supply chain process in close collaboration with the Quality Assurance Division.
• Assist in training needs assessment for procurement, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals items and in the preparation of training materials. To train CMSS and State Government Procurement personnel.
• Provide assistance in the selection and quantification of drugs and other pharmaceuticals products.
• To implement an e-procurement solution compliant with e-procurement system of the Government of India.
• Conducting Market Research
• To provide technical and managerial advice to Ministry/Department of Central Government, State Governments on procurement of health sector goods.
• Assist State Governments or any other agency for procurement reforms in the health sector with the prior approval of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
• Other duties as specified or assigned by Director General & CEO.

Applications complete in all respects may be sent “ Through proper channel” at the given address: The GM (Administration), Central Medical Services Society, 2nd Floor, 8 Teen Murti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021 within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News/ RozgarSamachar or leading National Dailies, whichever is published later. The Vacancy circular along with enclosures can also be downloaded from this Organisation’s official website cmss.gov.in. Incomplete applications, or those received after the closing date of receipt of applications and applications not received “Through proper channel” may not be entertained.

The cut-off date for determining eligibility for candidates applying for deputation would be the last date for receipt of nominations in the CMSS, i.e. 30th day from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar or leading National dailies, whichever is published later.

All the Ministries/Departments are requested to circulate the vacancy in their attached /sub-ordinate offices/ autonomous bodies/ educational and other research institutions/ universities.

Last Date : 2nd August, 2019