Position: Procurement Manager
Reporting to: Director
of Finance and Operations
Location: Kisumu
Our Client, Global Programs for
Research & Training, is an international NGO wholly owned and controlled
affiliate of the University of California San Francisco (UCSF).
UCSF Global Programs is seeking to
recruit a highly competent Procurement Manager
Qualifications and Experience Required:
·
Bachelor’s degree in procurement or
supply chain management.
·
Master’s degree in supply chain
management, business administration, or other related field is preferred.
·
Member of the Chartered Institute of
Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) or equivalent is an added advantage.
·
At least 7 years of experience in
procurement and supply chain management in a large complex public health institution.
·
Demonstrated experience in effective
vendor management
·
3-5 years of supervisory experience
Skills and Attributes:
·
Personal integrity and transparency
with direct supervisor(s)
·
Fluency in both written and spoken
English
·
Staff supervisory skills
·
Knowledge of procurement best
practice
·
Planning, organization and analytical
skills
·
Customer service and negotiation
skills
·
Team player
·
Keen attention to detail and ability
to function in a complex procurement department
·
Proficient in computer usage for
business including Microsoft Office Suite and email
Roles and Responsibilities:
·
Manage the supply chain function
including procurement of goods, works and services, asset tagging, and
inventory management, to include disposal of equipment and inventory as per policy.
·
Ensure compliance with Global
Programs procurement regulations and donor requirements.
·
Spearhead vendor prequalification and
maintain an accurate and up to date pre-qualified vendor database
·
Designs, recommends and implements
automated procurement systems.
·
Assist the program teams to develop
and implement specifications for procurement
·
Responsible for contract negotiation,
review and management in conjunction with the program team.
·
Coordinate and manage the request for
proposal (RFP) process.
·
Prepare and share regular procurement
reports with relevant staff.
·
Liaise with the finance team to
streamline vendor payment processes
·
Liaise with staff on the procurement
policy to ensure adherence
·
Provide supervision and training for
all procurement staff.
·
Any other duty allocated by the
Director of Finance and Operations.
To apply for this position, send a
detailed CV and cover letter, stating your current position, current
remuneration and contact details to vacancies@flexi-personnel.com by Wednesday,
November 23, 2016.
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candidates for job placement
