Job Title: Head of Procurement and Logistics
Hiring Organization: MOGO
Kenya
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Financial
Service
Job Type: Full
Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 04/28/2024
About Us:
Position open to all nationals, based in Nairobi, Kenya.
A role of Head of Procurement open at Mogo Kenya, part of Eleving Group. Our
mission is to enable upward social mobility for people in diverse communities
around the world by providing entrepreneurs who are excluded from traditional
banking access to credit. By combining asset financing, fintech, AI-based
underwriting, and proprietary car portals, Mogo Kenya enables local
entrepreneurs (motorcycle taxi riders, Uber/Bolt drivers, and small business
owners) to find and purchase their own vehicles and provides loans to grow the
business.
What You Will Do:
- Build and
support consolidation of Procurement and Logistics processes, systems and
performance for best business control, effectiveness and efficiency across
the organization.
- Develop
functional strategy to source and periodically reassess and negotiate.
- Purchasing
decisions for both product and non-product (i.e. facilities, IT, partners
and contractors, etc.) procurement.
- Develop
standards and tools, and best practices required to run effective
logistics. (incl. asset, inventory, fleet management).
- Manage supplier,
partner and contractor relationships and performance, ensuring timely
delivery of high-quality goods and services.
- Collaborate with
internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and legal teams, to
ensure alignment of procurement activities with business goals and
regulatory requirements.
- Monitor
procurement and logistics performance and KPIs, identifying areas for
improvement and implementing process enhancements to optimize efficiency
and cost-effectiveness.
- Stay abreast of
industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory changes affecting
procurement practices, and adjust strategies and processes accordingly.
- Develop and lead
Procurement and Logistics team and talent, provide leadership and
guidance, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous
improvement.
What You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s
degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related
field; Master’s degree preferred.
- At least 7 years
of experience in an international organization in a Procurement role (Head
of Procurement, Lead Buyer or similar) .
- Proven track
record of successfully developing and implementing procurement and/or
logistics strategies.
- Strong
negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to
build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Solid
understanding of international trade regulations, customs procedures, and
logistics.
- Experience with
procurement software and systems.
- Professional
certifications such as CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or CPSM
(Certified Professional in Supply Management) desirable.
With Us You Will Get:
- Excellent
opportunity to build an impactful Procurement and Logistics practice and
team essential for scalable business.
- Lead change and
improve operations and practices without being burdened by bureaucracy.
- Approachable and
resourceful management team.
- Multicultural
professional team.
- Friendly and
dynamic work environment.
- Competitive
compensation.
- Private medical
insurance for self and family.