We are
looking for candidates to fill the following position in our esteemed
organisation:
Procurement
Officer / Buyer
Primary
Purpose of the Job
- To
proactively manage part of the procurement function.
- To
process and collate all supplier information and documentation accurately
and timeously while maintaining effective control over all suppliers and
adhering to company policies, procedures and general accounting practices.
- To
maintain an efficient administration function.
Level of Authority: Has
the authority to execute all Key Performance Areas as stated on this form.
Education
/ Experience / Qualifications / Skill Requirements
Qualifications:
- Minimum
Form 4.
- Diploma
/ and Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management. Should be a
member of relevant professional body i.e. Kenya Institute of Supplies
Management.
Job
related work experience
- 2-3
years contract management and/or procurement specific experience.
- Experience
in evaluation of commercial and technical risks.
- Knowledge
of value chain analysis.
- Knowledge
of total cost analysis.
- Strategic
Sourcing knowledge and experience.
Specialist
Skills and Knowledge
- Outstanding
interpersonal communication in order to sell and motivate concepts to
clients, management and suppliers.
- Analytical
and problem solving capabilities.
- Cost
modelling proficiency.
- Excellent
facilitation and presentation skills.
- Negotiation
skills and agreement structuring.
- Client
focus and teaming ability.
- Influencing
and persuasion.
- Conflict
resolution.
Key
Performance Areas
Generic Objectives
Generic Objectives
- Negotiate,
implement and manage contracts, service level agreements, procurement
policies and procedures across DSFM’s client base.
- Facilitate
the use of appropriate procurement technology and reporting.
- Assist
the Procurement Manager in retaining client contracts through effective
procurement and supply chain management.
- Conduct
structured sessions with Account Executives, First Line Managers and
Client to get buy-in and participation in strategic sourcing programs.
- Identify
areas where opportunities for savings exist.
- Participate
in weekly departmental meetings.
- Conduct
meetings with suppliers regarding performance levels, savings initiatives
and collaborative measures.
- Establish
and facilitate cross-client focus workshops to generate savings ideas and
to share learning.
- Advise
the Procurement Manager on cross-client sourcing potential.
- Facilitate
internal Total Cost of Ownership reduction initiatives.
- Identify
key economic parameters relevant to commodities in category and monitor
their trends.
- Scrutinize
critical contracts and restructure agreements to generate savings.
- Facilitate
all critical contract related discussions.
- Manage
tender process and evaluate vendor quotes.
Site
Specific Objectives
- Quality,
Environmental and Health & Safety Standards
- Adhere
to the Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Management
System’s Policies & Procedures of as applicable to this position.
Ad
Hoc
- Any
reasonable action requested by management.
Competency
Profile
The
following primary competencies are required for effective job performance:
- Proactive
attitude.
- Ability
to work under pressure.
- Customer
Service Centric.
- Accuracy.
- Team
and project focused.
- Ability
to use own initiative and to operate with minimal management support.
Email your application and CV to hr.kenya@atsgroup.net
Closing Date: 2nd September 2016