Procurement and Logistics Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Duma Works is recruiting a procurement and logistics manager for a manufacturing company in Nairobi.

The company is seeking an experienced, detail oriented, exceptionally organised person to take on the role of Procurement & Logistics Manager.
 
Duties and responsibilities:
  • Logistics – organizing export with Chinese (and potentially other) suppliers and liaise with local import agents in Kenya
  • Vendor relations (including contract manufacturers)
  • Supply & Demand Forecasting – work with management team to determine ordering needs, lead times etc.
  • Distribution.
  • Coordinate strategic sourcing, planning and logistics activities for the business.
  • Maintain material resources planning and logistics activities for the business.
  • Facilitate activities with engineering and other departments in the clarification and development of clear and concise specifications for materials, products, equipment and services.
  • Work with the R&D team to help guide new product development
  • Assist in ERP implementation and training
  • Work with Inventory & Supply Chain Controller on warehousing and material control, including monthly analysis if variances. Try to reduce monthly materials variances
  • Work with the Quality Manager to ensure the quality of our raw materials are sufficient, whether being procured in Kenya or other countries
  • Drive continuous improvements in the supply chain
  • Lead team in negotiations with vendors/carriers in an effort to gain the required service levels at a price point that enhances organizational profitability.
  • Lead supply chain team in identifying risk mitigation requirements.
  • Facilitate organisational activities to mitigating risk.
Applicant Requirements:
  • Degree in procurement preferable or in a related field
  • Previous experience in supply chain, procurement or similar.
  • At least 4 years experience in the similar role.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Problem solver
  • Risk averse.
  • Excellent communication skills.
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Cover Letter and detailed CV are to be sent by email to apply@dumaworks.com marking the subject as “2586”, Your Full name &  Phone number e.g. 2586 Barack Obama, +2547xxxxxxxx. If you don’t follow these instructions, your application will not go through.

Deadline for receiving applications: 6th January 2017

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