Head of Supply Chain at Mater Misericordiae Hospital

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Supply Chain provides strategic leadership and oversight of procurement, logistics, and inventory management to ensure efficient, transparent, and cost-effective supply of pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, consumables, and services. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, drives supply chain efficiency and cost optimization, and supports high-quality patient care through reliable supply management.

DUTIES

• Develop and implement the hospital’s Supply Chain Strategy aligned with the hospital’s strategic plan.
• Lead initiatives to modernize supply chain processes through automation, digital systems, and data analytics.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive management on supply chain risks, opportunities, and cost optimization.
• Serve as a member of the hospital’s senior leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy.
• Provide oversight for all procurement activities, including pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, consumables, and services.
• Ensure procurement processes are transparent, compliant, and aligned with procurement laws and hospital policies.
• Oversee tendering processes, supplier selection, and contract management.
• Establish procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Develop long-term partnerships with key suppliers and distributors.
• Negotiate strategic contracts to achieve cost efficiencies and quality assurance.
• Establish supplier performance management systems and conduct supplier audits.
• Ensure supply chain operations comply with national regulations and healthcare standards.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory bodies such as the Pharmacy and Poisons Board and the Kenya Bureau of Standards.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies related to supply disruptions, counterfeit products, and procurement fraud.
• Develop and manage the supply chain budget. Monitor procurement spending and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead initiatives to reduce supply chain costs while maintaining quality and patient safety.
• Provide leadership to procurement, logistics, stores, and inventory teams.
• Build capacity through training and professional development.
• Promote ethical procurement practices and accountability within the supply chain team.

Required Qualifications for the Position

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Strategic Management, or related discipline is preferred.
• Professional certification in procurement such as CPSP-K. Membership with the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
• Minimum 10–12 years’ experience in supply chain or procurement management. At least 5–7 years in senior leadership, preferably within healthcare institutions