Principal Supply Chain Management Officer - 2 Posts at The Social Health Authority (SHA)

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

Person Specifications: For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Cumulative service period of nine (9) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in the grade of Senior Supply Chain Management Officer or its comparable position.
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Commerce (Supplies Management option), Procurement or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Responsibilities:

The Social Health Authority (SHA) is looking for a Principal Supply Chain Management Officer. This role involves updating and implementing procurement policies, coordinating procurement activities, assessing supplier performance, and conducting market research to ensure efficient and compliant supply chain operations.

Job Purpose: This position exists to provide strategic leadership in the overall management of supply chain functions, oversee policy formulation, implementation and monitoring of sound procurement and supply chain management policies and practices, sourcing, assess and measure the performance of suppliers to acquire the most cost-effective deals for the Authority in accordance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (PPADA), 2015 and Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations (PPADR), 2020.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Updating, interpreting, and implementing existing procurement policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Preparing procurement plans in accordance with the budget process.
• Coordinating procurement activities.
• Carrying out internal monitoring and evaluation on procurement.
• Assessing the performance of suppliers and contractors.
• Coordinating the preparation and the implementation of procurement manual.
• Recommending disposal of unserviceable stores.
• Conducting market research and surveys, among others.