Purchasing Manager at Corporate Staffing

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies.
• Managing daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Managing the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.
• Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.
• Training new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.

Successful Performance Indicators 

• Ensuring best quality ingredients at the best possible price
• Accuracy of invoices versus goods delivered
• Good communication skills with suppliers and internal customers

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies or its equivalent
• 4 years’ experience in purchasing and supplies in a busy purchasing and supplies department
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook (MS Office)
• Proficiency in Material Management System (Materials Control – MC)
• The Purchasing Manager may be required to put in long hours including weekends and public holidays. 
• The work will be stressful, especially during delivery times.
• You will spend extended periods of time on your feet and may have to deal with difficult suppliers or internal customers 
• The work can be physically demanding 
• Be prepared to undergo all medical tests required in order to secure the Food Handlers Certificates. This is as per the requirements of the Hotel & Restaurant Act which are governed by the Laws of Kenya