Procurement Manager Job Vacancy: Ultimate Engineering

Ultimate Engineering ltd, is an ISO certified company, rated among top 100 medium sized companies.

We are a technology and service oriented company specializing in Electrical installations, Data cabling and networking solutions and Air conditioning Installations.

We are seeking to recruit dynamic, energetic and well qualified personnel to urgently fill the position of
 Procurement Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Providing advisory services to line managers and project teams on procurement and logistics matters.
  • Developing clear technical specifications for procurement of goods and services.
  • Managing supplier qualification and selection process by developing a supplier evaluation system.

  • Ensuring that the company has reliable and efficient suppliers with documented quality systems and a sound financial base.
  • Participating in the review and development of contracting strategies through analysis of the value chain and identifying new opportunities for procurement efficiencies.
  • Supporting and conducting commercial negotiations with prospective suppliers.
  • Conducting market surveys and analysis which will assist in monitoring and forward planning for supplies.
  • Assisting in the department’s budget preparation.
  • Will be responsible for the effective planning and coordination of procurement activities in the company including ordering, delivery, storage and timely distribution of goods and services to the end-users.
  • Development and review of procurement policies, plans, strategies, and procedures.
  • Provide technical advice on matters of procurement and Tendering.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in any business field with a Diploma in Procurement;
  • Minimum 3 years work experience as a procurement officer in private sector environment;
  • Working knowledge in public Procurement & Disposal Procedures in line with the Act is essential;
  • Possess analytical capabilities of resolving complex procurement issues;
  • Having worked in an Engineering background will be a definite advantage;
  • Good interpersonal skills;
  • Membership of KISM/CIPS;
  • Exhibit a high level of reliability, integrity & efficiency and efficient working knowledge of PASTEL;
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet competing demands in time.
To apply for this position, send your CV to hr@ultimate.co.ke before 16th July 2010 and quote the position in the subject line.

Ultimate Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.