Our
client is a leading supermarket chain in Kenya with over 40 branches
countrywide.
They
are to hire an experienced, dynamic and result oriented individual to fill the
position of Procurement
Manager - non merchandise.
Duties
and Responsibilities
- Strategic
sourcing of Works and Professional Services (like Human Resources,
Marketing, Quality, Engineering, Facilities, Finance, Information
Technology, Consulting and Legal) and related materials.
- Developing
procurement policies and procedures
- Manage
commercial solicitations (EOI, RFI, RFP, RFQ, ITT)
- Procurement
spend value optimization
- Managing
all stock levels all inventory control related activities by executing
inventory control measures
- Financial
Management
- Responsible
for cost and Quality management
- Ensure
all standards are adhered to corporate governance:
- Supply
Risk Management
- Business
Contracts management
- Management
of the day to day activities
- Performance
Management & Reporting
- Other
duties: Support general business activities and requirements of the
specific functional groups. Execute other reasonable duties/tasks from
time to time as assigned by your supervisor / Management / Board of
Directors.
Required Qualifications
- Degree
in Technology, Engineering, Business or similar qualification
- At
least a Graduate Diploma Qualification in Supply chain management
- ERP
including in-depth knowledge in Materials Management Areas like Purchasing
and Inventory
- Microsoft
Office productivity packages, internet and e-mail – intermediary
- 10+
years of experience in Procurement. Significant expertise in the
specialized field of Works and Service Procurement.
- Solid
knowledge of cost elements and drivers of Non-Merchandise Items.
- Significant
expertise in legal contract negotiations and risk management.
- Responsibility
for procurement policy development, procurement performance management and
supplier partnership development in an environment leveraging ERP and
technological capabilities for procurement-related functions and processes
Management Skills
- High
integrity and ethical standards
- Analytical
skills
- Good
communication and interpersonal skills for a demanding and customer
focused working environment.
- Team
player with excellent influencing skills
- High
level of Initiative and self-drive
- Problem
solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability
to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the
organization
- Consistent
follow-up skills, demonstrated project management abilities.
- Demonstrated
negotiation skills
How to apply:
If you
are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is
looking for, we would like to hear from you.
Please make your application through info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 15th April 2016.
Only
successful candidates will be contacted.