Safaricom is the leading provider of converged communication solutions in Kenya. In addition to providing a broad range of first-class products and services for Telephony, Broadband Internet and Financial services, Safaricom seeks to uplift the welfare of Kenyans through value-added services and support for community projects.
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Uphold the company code of conduct, policies and procedures, ensuring integrity and accountability in every aspect of your work.
As with all employees, have a responsibility to adhere to safety, health, and wellbeing policies, guidelines and procedures in all actions and decisions.
Lead and support sourcing projects for the Technology networks categories; from requirement gathering to contracting,
Develop the category in line with the Tech Strategy and under the supervision of the SCM Technology Lead
Champion value delivery initiatives in the category; generate and track own efficiency streams.
Lead and support sourcing activities, launch e-auction/RFx
Responsible for operational program/contract and stakeholder management across the category in scope
Monitor the Supplier performance and drive correction action where required.
Deliver categories reports & ad-hoc analysis and presentations
Work in an Agile way being part of cross-category and cross-company projects
Contribute to the development of the Supply Chain policies, process and procedures in the periodical reviews
Qualifications
Degree in business, technology or equivalent
Has progressed Supply Chain professional certification – MKISM/ MCIPS/ MCILT or equivalent
Is a licensed practitioner in line with the SPMA 2007 Act and has a valid license for 2025
Has Experience of Procurement Category management
Good understanding of global trends, commodity markets
Commercial Acumen
Is commercially astute, results driven and with excellent stakeholder management skills.