Operations Manager at St John Ambulance

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Regions Management

• Primary accountability for resources, support, budgets and achievements of financial performance of the regions liaising with all Heads of Departments.
• Develop appropriate frameworks and monitoring processes for all aspects of Regional Executive Officers performance and adherence to all policies
• Provide leadership and create a conducive working environment for employees to excel enhancing St John values
• Develop and build on existing commercial services identifying opportunities for growth, partnerships, innovations and diversification to enhance revenue generation streams and improved service delivery.
• Execute strategies that drive greater integration and efficiencies between the Regions, Volunteers and Staff.
• Establish value adding working relationships and networks with County and National Governments.
• Support Regions Councils by providing quality advice and guidance on areas of policy and strategy, ensuring that members are appraised about issues to enable informed decision making in line with St John vision and high standard of internal governance.
• Ensure smooth running of the day-to-day regional operations, safeguarding assets and complying with all County and National Government regulations and bylaws.

Procurement

• Primary accountability for the organization supply chain strategy and execution, formulation and updating of existing procurement policies, processes and procedures, and monitoring their implementation.
• Lead in the negotiations, preparation and execution of all procurement contracts, agreements, MOUs.
• Develop and manage long-term supplier relationships to deliver cost savings, high service and quality.
• Provide leadership and guidance in management of annual procurement planning with a focus on ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Work with all departments to ensure centralized procurement and develop annual procurement budgets and plans.
• Perform risk analysis in the entire supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Any other duties allocated by supervisor or any person in authority.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement or any related fields.
• 6+ years’ experience in a similar role where 2 years should be in managerial level.
• Proven experience in Procurement field
• Ability to assess and manage risks ethically.
• Strong analytical and planning skills.
• People management, leadership, development and decision making skills.
• Exhibit high level of influencing, negotiation and networking skills.
• Ability to resolve conflicts.
• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a NGO will be an added advantage.