Job Title: Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
Hiring Organization: Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 05/28/2024
About
Us
Mission
for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a faith-based health solutions
rovider founded by an ecumenical partnership of the Kenya Conference of
Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK).
The Organization’s core mandate is to provide reliable and affordable Health
Products and Technologies, Quality Assurance and Health Systems Strengthening
Services. MEDS was established in 1986 and serves clients spread all over
Kenya, other regions in Africa and
beyond.
Project Summary
MEDS has
entered into a Contract with USAID Kenya and East Africa named USAID Dawa za
Ubora. The purpose of the contract is to obtain efficient, reliable and
accountable supply chain management services for the procurement, warehousing,
and distribution of health commodities for HIV, Malaria, Tuberculosis,
Maternal/Neonatal/Child Health (MNCH) and Global Health Security (GHS)
activities for patients across all 47 Counties in Kenya for adequate care,
treatment and prevention for communicable diseases and other health needs.
About
the role
The
Supply Chain and Logistics Manager will oversee supply chain and logistics
issues related to customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution of
commodities. He/she will serve as a liaison and point of contact for USAID on
matters related specifically to the warehousing, distribution and logistics
technical aspects of contract implementation. The position will be based in
Nairobi, Kenya with occasional in country travels as needed. The offer and
contract are subject to donor funding and approval.
Job
Responsibilities
Design
and implement transparent and cost-efficient supply chain process and build
logistics capacity and expertise.
Advise on
project policy and procedures related to inventory management, warehousing, and
logistics.
Ensure
Dawa za Ubora supply chain systems allow for effective response to efficiently
support all project activities.
Engage in
inter-partners collaboration and cooperation between the various USAID
implementing partners and Ministry of Health programs (NASCOP, DNMP and TB
Program).
Conduct
distribution network optimization studies, monitor inventory, and analyze
project requirements to develop strategies to achieve desired results.
To
provide risk assessment of operational areas and advise the leadership on ways
to address the risks, enabling project implementation.
To gather
a solid first-hand, and up-to-date understanding of the overall in-country
supply chain and health delivery systems context.
To
effectively manage inventory with the implementation of stocking plans, regular
inventory audits and stock takes along with automation of inventory reporting.
Manage
employee performance by cascading the project objectives to supply chain
employees.
Develop
Annual supply chain workplans and periodic reports.
Manage
the assigned team to ensure a healthy work environment.
Any other
tasks assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
Master’s
Degree in Supply Chain Management, Health Systems Management or related field;
CILT,
CIPS, CHL, Medical Logistics or equivalent certification preferred;
Minimum
of 7 years of logistics experience of which 3 years is in a Management role
Experience
in the humanitarian sector in developing countries preferred;
Experience
with transportation management, outsourcing, performance management, and cost
optimization;
Leadership
experience in supporting transportation teams to thrive;
Demonstrated
experience in setting up and managing Health Supply Chain Systems including
M&E of supply chain, Supply Chain Strategy, forecasting and
supply
planning, procurement planning, and contract management;
Prior
experience managing consultants and technical experts;
Demonstrated
ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability
to establish priorities in a time sensitive environment and meet deadlines with
strong attention to consistency, detail, and quality.
You are
particularly competent in operations planning and problem solving.
You have
previous experience managing teams. You are a mentor, patient, and enjoy
helping your teams improve their skills.
