Procurement Job in Kenya

We are a fast growing and dynamic medium sized company, in the construction and engineering sector with a vision to set new benchmarks in the industry through commitment to integrity and excellence.

We seek to have a Procurement Coordinator join our team.

This is a highly demanding role that requires the jobholder to coordinate procurement and logistics, long working hours are expected.

Job Requirements/ Core Duties and Responsibilities

 

• Regularly liaising with suppliers and participating in Supplier assessment/ Appraisals, drafting of supplier communiqués and organizing feedback sessions.
• Identifying suitable suppliers through appropriate audit process and maintaining a database of the same as well as developing good business relationships with these suppliers.
• To source for quotations of Material/items.
• Participates in the institution and development of sound and effective procurement procedures with due regard to technical specifications, contractual implications and financial standards.
• Participates in preparation of the Materials Schedule and alignment with the overall Project Program by identifying all activities and milestones, ensuring that targets are realistic in terms of the supplier market in consultation with the Project Manager.
• Oversees the verification of all goods supplied and/or transported to and from site.
• Providing advice to negotiation teams as well as negotiating with suppliers for best prices
• Good planning and timely delivery of materials to site.
• Analyzing logistical problems and suggesting new solutions to the management.
• Co-ordinates the successful mobilization to and demobilization from site.
• Involved in formulation of Project Plan and Materials Schedule and ensuring adherence to it.
• To update the supplier database as per the processes.
• Regular updating of the supplier data base.
• Prepare and maintain the equipment service plan on a Monthly basis
• Responsible for the demobilization of materials, tools and equipment from all completed sites and preparation of site demobilization reports.

Qualifications /Candidate Profile

• Minimum Diploma in procurement/supplies and logistics or any related course.
• A Degree in a related course is an added advantage.
• Minimum 6 years experience in a similar or related position
• Computer literate
• Valid driver’s license
• Has been responsible for managing teams/ in a leadership position
• Diploma in project management would be an added advantage
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with excellent use of applicable computer skills
• Good organization and coordination skills
• Good communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Attention to detail
• Registration with chartered institute of purchasing or a similar body is an added advantage

To apply for this position send your CV to personnel.kenya@gmail.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Please indicate current or last and desired salary.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline is 20th June 2011

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