Senior Procurement Officer at The Center for International Health, Education and Biosecurity (CIHEB)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee all procurement and supply management of health and non-health commodities for the grant
• Ensure that procurement of health commodities and overall pharmaceutical management procedures follow relevant guidelines for health commodities management protocols and are compliant with all regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, reports, and documentation, adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a consistent and uninterrupted flow of commodities necessary to achieve the KENPHIA Project’s objectives.
• Ensure cost-effectiveness in the procurement and management of commodities (health and non-health commodities)
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, fostering effective communication and negotiation for optimal procurement outcomes.
• Identify potential procurement risks and challenges and develop proactive strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the project’s procurement processes remain efficient and compliant.
• Identify new strategies and cost-effective approaches to improve service delivery
• Contract Management for 3PL and other vendors
• Plan procurements and track shipments
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance procurement processes, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness while complying with regulations.
• Any other role as assigned

Qualifications:

• Degree in Purchasing and Supply/CIPS Level 6, Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Member of KISM
• Knowledge of USG procurement regulations
• Familiarity with the Kenya Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act
• Minimum of six (6) years relevant experience managing health supply chains on donor-funded programs, e.g. HIV, Malaria, etc., with at least three (3) years supervisory responsibility