Supply Chain Manager
JOB REF – ENSDA/SCM/01/2023
Job Purpose
The
job holder will be responsible for formulating, implementing, and reviewing
policies, plans, programs, and strategies on procurement.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible
for giving procurement professional advice to the Management;
Ensuring
the correct interpretation and implementation of the Public Procurement and
Asset Disposal Act, 2015, regulations, procedures, and other legislations that
impact Supply Chain Management;
Advising
on all policy matters about procurement and supplies;
Preparing the Annual Procurement and Disposal Plans;
Develop
negotiation Strategies and closing deals on optimal terms;
Developing,
leading, and executing procurement and supplies strategies;
Partnering
with stakeholders to ensure clear procurement terms of reference;
Overseeing
implementation of e-procurement strategies;
Overseeing
the implementation of performance appraisal systems;
Operationalizing
the e-government procurement strategies and inventory management;
Advising
on outsourcing of the procurement and disposal functions;
Secretary
to the Tender Processing Committee;
Preparing
and ensuring implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and manuals;
Collaborating
with other departments to identify or qualify new suppliers;
Tracking
and reporting key functional metrics to reduce expenses and supervising the
work of another member of staff;
Carrying
out internal monitoring and evaluation on procurement; assessing and measuring
the performance of suppliers and contractors;
Introducing
modern inventory management techniques and approaches and disposal of
unserviceable stores; and
Ensuring
accountability and prudent management of resources and assets and ensuring
compliance with principles and values of good governance transparency,
accountability, ethics, and integrity.
Requirements for Appointment:
Bachelors’
degree in Commerce / Business Administration (Supply Chain Management Option),
Economics, Marketing, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
institution;
Master’s
degree in Commerce / Business Administration (Supply Chain Management Option),
Economics, Marketing, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
institution is an added advantage
Qualified
Practitioner registered with Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM);
A
member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), Kenya
Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or its equivalent qualifications from a
recognized institution;
Management
course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Proficiency
in computer applications; and
Fulfil
the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
Functional Skills
/Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
ICT
skills;
Negotiation
skills;
Communication
Skills;
Project
Management Skills;
Relationship
Management Skills; and
Analytical
Skills.
Previous relevant work
experience required:
Minimum
of eight (8) years of experience in Supply Chain Management with at least three
(3) years in a position equivalent to Senior Supply Chain Officer.
How To Apply
Interested candidates who
meet the required qualifications should send their applications with a current
curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, a National Identity Card, and any
other relevant testimonials. ENSDA is an equal-opportunity employer committed
to diversity and gender equality.
Applications should reach
the office of the Managing Director on or before 5th
December 2023 at 1700 hours (to the below address/email).
Only candidates
who meet the minimum qualification will be contacted for interviews.
The Managing Director
Ewaso Ng’iro South River
Basin Development Authority
P.O. Box 213-20500
Narok
Or
Email: md@ensda.go.ke
