Head of Procurement at New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited

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Job Purpose

Assist the Company to achieve its strategic goals through implementation of efficient and effective systems of acquisition of goods, works and services, as well as disposal of assets.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the tendering and quotation process as well as contract management.
• Identifying potential cost-saving areas through competitive tendering and negotiations.
• Ensuring suppliers meet pre-qualifications and comply with the Public Procurement Procedures
• Leading, training and managing the procurement team towards delivering required results.
• Managing the transaction approval processes of requisitions and PO’s.
• Advising and performing secretarial duties for the Tender Board.
• Reviewing requirements for materials, especially for packaging.
• Any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

 
Person Specifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain management or related field
• Master’s Degree in Supply Chain management or its equivalent  
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative)
• Professional qualification in Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management (CIPS)
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative)
• At least Ten (10) years’ work experience in supply chain management
• At least eight (8) Years relevant experience in senior management in a large organization.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.   

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership and managerial capabilities 
• Prior experience managing a department in a busy environment
• Exceptional planning and organization skills