Manager, Supply Chain Management at National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Develop and implement a procurement strategy that aligns with the Fund’s goals and objectives;
• Oversee the procurement processes and procedures to ensure they are in line with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 and other related laws and regulations;
• Oversee the entire supply chain process to ensure timely delivery of goods and services;
• Manage the procurement budget and ensure expenditure is in line with financial plans;
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conduct negotiations and establish supplier contacts;
• Review the usage and expenditure on large expenditure items with a view of identifying areas of cost reduction and/or service improvement;
• Coordinate and supervise the tendering and quotation process including participating in the evaluation of bids for goods and services;
• Coordinate and manage inventory levels of materials ensuring optimum stockholding and minimum obsolescence;
• Manage and process payments to all suppliers under contract to ensure compliance and ability to partner with the Fund;
•  Review evaluation, inspection and acceptance and disposal reports;
• Prepare opinions on evaluation, inspection and acceptance and disposal reports and submit to the Managing Trustee for final decision; Prepare consolidated Annual Procurement Plan for the entire Fund;
• Prepare responses to tender appeals and submit to Public Procurement Administrative Review Board;
• Review procurement reports and ensure submission to the relevant authorities; and
• Make proposals to the Managing Trustee for appointment of evaluation, inspection & acceptance and disposal committee;
• Implement quality control measures to ensure goods and services meet the required standards;
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to relevant laws and regulations;
• Identify and mitigate risks in the entire procurement process;
• Leverage on procurement software and technology to improve processes and improve efficiency;
• Manage and optimize inventory levels to minimize carrying costs and stockouts; and
• Prepare reports on procurement activities, cost savings and key performance indicators for management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Economics, Finance or related field;
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Economics, Finance or related field;
• Professional qualification in a related discipline will be an added advantage;
• At least ten (10) years relevant cumulative relevant cumulative work experience, five (5) of which should have been at a senior management position;
• Membership to KISM and of goo standing;
• Leadership course from a recognized institution or a Certificate in Corporate Governance;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution; and;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

COMPETENCIES: 

• Integrity;
• Quality orientation;
• Process excellence;
• Strong business acumen; 
• Interpersonal skills; and
• Strategic thinking.