Procurement Manager at Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL)

Introduction    

The jobholder will be responsible for the development and implementation of procurement strategies which ensure efficient, quality and cost effective supply of goods, works and services that supports the business.

Specification    

• Prepare and implement procurement strategies and annual procurement budgets that conform to the overall business strategy and accountability for its implementation
• Define and manage key supplier relationships so as to control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement cost while upholding quality including technical input to negotiations on strategically significant contracts.
• Oversee the interpretation and implementation of procurement laws, rules and regulations including performing risk management for supply contracts and agreements and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Implement category management and sourcing management as part of the procurement function in order to unlock value through Procurement activities.
• Work in collaboration with user departments to track performance of outsourced services providers and ensure that they are in conformance with agreed Service levels.
• Establish systems to attract, develop, engage, and retain talented individuals and create an environment where they can realize their full potential and contribute to the attainment of departmental and organizational goals.
• Track and report on key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness in line with the organisational objectives.
• Lead the implementation of the automation of Procurement activities across the organisation.

Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field.
• A Master’s degree in a related field is an added advantage.
• A post graduate qualification in supply chain management is required.
• Seven (7) years’ experience in procurement in a similar environment, two of which must be in a management role.
• Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.