I&M Bank Head of Procurement & Logistics Support Job in Kenya

I&M Bank, a medium-sized regional Bank with a fast growing branch network around the country, is seeking to fill the following position as part of its expanding operations.

Head of Procurement & Logistics Support
Ref:
 PLS/8/2010

Reporting to the Head of Business Support, the key responsibilities for this position are;
  • Implementation and maintenance of Procurement, Logistic and Administration policies and procedures, including periodic review to ensure these remain relevant in response to changing market dynamics.
  • Active participation in all major Capital Projects to ensure all Financial aspects are wefl understood and adequately addressed, including Cost/benefit analysis of various Purchase Options
  • Negotiation of Contract Terms for various Goods and Services procured to ensure the Bank obtains the pest value for its money.

  • Review of relevant Contract documentation to ensure all financial aspects are correctly captured therein in order to protect the Bank's interest.
  • Proactive review of the Bank's Insurable Risks and ensuring implementation of the most cost effective Risk treatment.
  • Liaison with Third Parties on all major Projects to ensure these are delivered on Budget and within agreed timeframes.
  • Co-ordination and monitoring of outsourced Services to ensure agreed quality standards are maintained.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Graduate in business related studies.
  • Relevant professional accounting qualification.
  • Diploma from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).
The successful candidate must have at least five years experience at Manager Level in a large and busy Commercial Procurement and Logistics environment, with proven experience in the management of substantial Recurrent and Capital Expenditure budgets.

He/she must also have a strong background in Finance, with clear understanding of various Asset Acquisition Options and the implications thereof from an Accounting perspective.

Other attributes
  • Team player with ability to make independent strategic decisions,
  • Expert negotiation skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage diverse internal and external relationships.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Self motivated and able to work within strict deadlines.
  • High professional ethics and integrity.
If you meet the requirements for the above position, please forward your application to recruit@imbank.co.ke on or before 24th August 2010.

You may also submit a physical application addressed to the Group Head of Human Resources, I&M Bank, 3rd Floor, I&M Bank Tower. Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi, clearly quoting the above reference.

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