Procurement Manager at Meridian Health Group

Key Responsibilities / Duties

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Procurement team.
• Manage the Procurement Department.

Operational Responsibilities

• Provide support and guidance to user departments in the development of specifications.
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective sourcing and delivery of materials, services, and/or equipment to user departments.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for spend management, supplier development and management, category buying, contracts, vendor-managed inventory, and rating processes amongst others.
• Lead supplier pre-qualification, selection and development processes, quotation, and tender processes in a timely and transparent manner.
• Contribute to lead-time reduction and demand management initiatives to optimize inventory levels.
• Ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely procurement and delivery of all supply services.
• Manage development and preparation of contracts and ensure all contracts renewals reviews are done on time.
• Prepare appropriate financial, inventory, and other reports.

Knowledge, Experience, and Attributes / Skills

• O-levels/A-Levels
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or any other related field from a recognized institution.
• Full professional qualification in Purchasing and Supplies Management.
• A Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management with a valid practicing license.
• Computer skills
• Minimum of 5 years procurement experience in a large establishment with 3 years at the management level.
• Hospital experience is essential.
• Training in pharmacology or related fields is highly desired.

Functional Skills:

• Strong analytical skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft excel.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Exercise sound judgment and initiative 
• Superb problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.

Personal Attributes

• Organizational, managerial, and administrative abilities
• Ability to get on well with a diverse workforce
• Honesty and integrity
• Positive working attitude and ability to give and take instructions
• Ability to work with minimum supervision 
• Creativity and innovation