Chief Supply Chain Management Officer - 10 Posts at Kiambu County Government

CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OFFICER, JOB GROUP CPSB 07 (M) – (10 POSTS)

This position is responsible for the coordination, supervision and provision technical support in the implementation of procurement and disposal of assets function for the county government.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Provide administrative guidelines on implementation and interpretation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and supporting Regulations;
•  Approve contract prepared and Inventory costing and valuation;
•  Prepare notifications and execution of contracts;
•  Participate in the tender evaluation process;
•  Maintain accuracy of procurement records to prevent fraud and theft of county goods;
•  Compile procurement status reports to submit to relevant authorities;
•  Liaison with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services;
•  Prepare local purchase order (LPO) and local service order (LSO).
•  Conduct market survey for current market price trends to inform decision making in regards to procurement matters;
•  Conduct regular stock takings and inventory audits to ensure the county has the right amount of inventory.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

•  Must be a Kenyan citizen;
•  Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Supplies Management from a recognized university.
•  Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) OR Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management (CIPS);
•  Five (5) years of service from a reputable organization.
•  Training in IFMIS System will be an added advantage;
•  Certificate in Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from recognized institution;
•  Computer literate;
•  Familiarity with Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005;
•  Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working with the use of ICT equipment in processing Procurement transaction;