Nation Media Group Senior Procurement Officer / SAP- MM Analyst and Process Improvement Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Nation Media Group is the largest and leading independent Multi Media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. 

We are seeking to fill the following positions:-
 

Senior Procurement Officer / SAP- MM Analyst
 

Ref: HR-SPO-08-2013
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing our financial systems for untapped potential through processes improvement and use of appropriate measurement and reporting tools. Reporting to the Procurement Manager and working closely with other internal and external value chain partners, the candidate will be expected to deliver the enlisted key result areas:-
 

Key duties and responsibilities

• Effectively source business required quality goods and services, both locally and internationally as per the Groups’ approved Policies;
• Ensure optimum SAP-MM Module capability exploitation;
• Carries out Suppliers Market Analysis (SMA) to ensure best strategic partnerships;
• Manage supplier/ customers relations.

Qualifications, experience and skills requirements:-

• Basic University degree;
• A Graduate Diploma in CIPS or other relevant professional certifications;
• Practical Knowledge of full SAP-MM module;
• At least 3 years work experience in a similar role in a reputable organization;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills;
• High degree of integrity and honesty;
• Self-drive and passion for excellence;
• Result driven and a team player.

Process Improvement Assistant
 

Ref: HR-PIA-08-2013
 

The job entails continuous SAP user support and training to ensure optimal use of the system and continuous process improvement with the anticipated output of efficiency in the outlined systems and processes.

Key responsibilities and result areas:-

• Coordination and facilitation of training of users and provision of support;
• Identify areas of improvement on existing modules to enhance efficiency and adoption of best practice;
• Liaison with IT in making necessary system changes;
• Coordinate regular review of user profiles;
• Make recommendations to management on optimal use of the system;
• Identification of weaknesses in the system and propose changes to address these weaknesses.

Qualifications experience and skills:-

• University Degree in an IT related field;
• 3 to 5 years working experience in a busy commercial environment
• Certified SAP consultant;
• Excellent planning and execution and analytical skills;
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Proactive in developing solutions.

If you meet the requirement for any of the above positions, please send your application and a detailed CV online tohttp://careers.nationmedia.com before 11th September, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted