Procurement Manager Careers in Kenya

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Job Location: Nairobi,Kenya

Roles

• Analyze purchase requests and determine the appropriate method of procurement, Quotation, Tender and Request for Proposal
• Plan orders and deliveries ¡n ensuring that projects run uninterrupted.
• Collaborate with technical staff in preparing specifications for Quotations, Tenders, Proposals and Supply Agreements in a clear and concise manner.
• Ensuring that all tender documents for contracts are prepared and submitted within the specified timelines.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery timelines and quality to ensure that the company standard requirements are met.
• Monitor contracts and vendor performance and consult with vendors and/or user departments to implement corrective action when required.
• Arrange for samples, testing and evaluation of new products.
• Contribute to the development and formulation of purchasing procedures and practices as required.
• Assist in the regular physical inventory process.

Qualification and Skills

• Graduate of Business Administration, Commerce or Business Management from a recognized university.
• Post graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management or CIPS qualification.
• Engineering graduates with experience in procurement in technical environment will also be considered.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in a busy environment.
• Must be conversant with current Public Procurement Procedures.
• Knowledge of SAP will be an added advantage.
• Must have high level of integrity, excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills and willing to work with minimal supervision.

How to Apply:

Applications stating current salary along with a detailed CV, day time contact, photocopies of all certificates and other relevant testimonials, two colored passport size photographs and names and address of three referees should be sent to.

Human Resources Manager,
P.O Box 68144-00200
Nairobi

Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013