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  • Posted: Feb 24, 2020
    Deadline: Mar 20, 2020
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    DryGro is an agriculture technology company working to revolutionise the market for animal feed protein. Today, most animal feed protein comes from soybean meal. Most of the world’s soybeans are grown in the US, Brazil, and Argentina. Protein demand is increasing, but the land required to grow soybeans is scarce. What got us through the 20th century won’t get us through the 21st. We need better, more sustainable alternatives. Founded at Oxford University in 2015, DryGro is developing cutting-edge growing systems to grow a soybean meal replacement crop called Lemna. This technology builds upon recent advancements in vertical farming and horticulture systems, and allows for efficient, reliable production.
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    Procurement Manager

    Description

    The Procurement Manager works with all of DryGro’s business units (Operations, Technology and Plant Science) to source suppliers for the materials that are required for DryGro’s construction projects and ongoing operations (growing and processing Lemna). Each business unit is responsible for providing the Procurement Manager with relevant information about materials required, and the Procurement Manager coordinates closely with stakeholders to ensure clear handover of technical details.

    The Procurement Manager structures and issues Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Purchase Orders (POs) to suppliers and contractors, and facilitates communication between all stakeholders to ensure that necessary information on specifications is provided. The Procurement Manager keeps the Operations, Technology and Plant Science teams informed of the schedule, quality and cost of materials. The Procurement Manager carefully tracks materials and communicates delivery times to relevant stakeholders. Any changes in the quality and cost of materials are also swiftly communicated by the Procurement Manager.

    The Procurement Manager documents procurement decisions (bid evaluations) and pricing changes in accordance with DryGro’s procedures. The Procurement Manager keeps procurement management software up-to-date and rich with content on relevant projects and action items. The Procurement Manager also coordinates with the Project Manager to update project management software, as directed.

    The Procurement Manager reports on supplier performance, capturing information such as adherence to schedule, quality of output or product, and support provided.

    An important part of the Procurement Manager’s role is the development of strong relationships with preferred local suppliers and contractors.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    • Source suppliers for materials required for DryGro’s construction projects and ongoing operations (growing and processing Lemna)
    • Structure and issue Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Purchase Orders (POs) to suppliers
    • Facilitate communication between DryGro and suppliers / contractors
    • Inform Project Manager and relevant teams on schedule, quality, and cost of materials
    • Manage contracts with suppliers
    • Track deliverables and milestones of procurement activities
    • Seek necessary approvals for payments (act as gatekeeper for financial milestones of procurement activities)
    • Document procurement decisions (bid evaluations), and pricing changes
    • Inform Technology & Plant Science teams of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) / Site Acceptance Tests (SATs)
    • Report on supplier performance
    • Keep procurement management software up-to-date and rich with content on relevant projects and action items
    • Ensure suppliers provide relevant compliance documentation (e.g. insurance, Kenya Bureau of Standards)

    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree from a reputable academic institution
    • At least 3 years’ prior experience working in procurement, ideally in construction or industrial projects
    • Experience in sales is highly desirable
    • Minimum typing speed of 50 words per minute
    • Competent in English and Kisawhili communication via a variety of mediums
    • Skilled with the Microsoft Office suite of programs
    • ·       Previous exposure to procurement software is highly desirable

    Preferred Characteristics

    • High attention to detail and drive for excellence in quality
    • Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili via a variety of mediums
    • Ability to adapt to a variety of cultures
    • Highly organized
    • Excellent time-management

    Benefits

    Our team is motivated by the potential to mitigate the impacts of climate change and increase food security around the world. The Procurement Manager role is core to our operations, playing a significant role in our development and in our ability to impact the world. Within this role, you will have the opportunity to work with an elite team of engineers, strategists and technologists. You will get exposure to a range of fields, and there are plenty of opportunities for skill development.

    Location: Naivasha region, Kenya

    Job type: Permanent, Full-time position

    Salary range: KES100,000-150,000 per month

     

    Appointment Procedure

    You will be notified by the third week of March 2020 if you have been selected for an interview. We will not contact unsuccessful candidates.

    Interviews will be held in April 2020.

     

    DryGro Policy

    DryGro does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, creed, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation, in any of our activities or operations.

    DryGro takes a zero-tolerance approach to bribery, corruption, and nepotism, and is committed to acting professionally, fairly and with integrity in all its business dealings and relationships, wherever it operates, and implementing and enforcing effective systems to counter bribery, corruption and nepotism.

    If you have a disability and require specific arrangements for an interview, please advise us in your application. DryGro is an equal opportunity employer.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: using the position as subject of email.

    Interested and qualified? Go to DryGro on apply.workable.com to apply

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