Vacancy title:
Procurement Manager

Jobs at:
Kilifi Mariakani Water and Sewerage Company Limited

Deadline of this Job:
19th October 2018

Duty Station:
Nairobi, Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: 4th October 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

JOB DETAILS:

Kilifi Mariakani Water and Sewerage Company Limited, is one of the water service providers in the coast region and a wholly owned subsidiary of the County Government of Kilifi with the mandate of offering water supply and sewerage services to the residents of Rabai, Kaloleni, Ganze, Kilifi South and parts of Kilifi North Sub-counties within Kilifi County. The company is seeking to recruit individuals who will provide leadership and strategic direction in the capacity of the following posts;

Reports to the Managing Director and supervises/oversees procurement and Stores officers

Procurement Manager Job Responsibilities

• Preparation and implementation of annual procurement plans for the Company.
• Preparation and submission of departmental reports to the relevant bodies.
• Preparation of departmental budgets and plans
• Ensure smooth, speedy and efficient procurement of goods and services for various departments.
• As Secretary to the Tender Committee, perform the functions as stipulated under the Public Procurement and Asset Disposals Act 2015.
• Ensure stocks control.
• Ensure timely receipt and processing of requisitions from user departments.
• Ensure economy, efficiency and effectiveness in purchasing.
• Formulation and implementation of departmental policies, regulations and standards.
• Undertake marketing surveillance of relevant products.
• Review re-order levels and monitor the movement of stores.
• Advice management and the board on the best procurement practices.
• Mentor, coach and provide leadership to the procurement team for improved service delivery
• Developing and implementing departmental strategies and plans that facilitate achievement of Company objectives.
  

Key Skills

Analytical, Planning, Reporting, Problem Solving, Interpersonal, Managerial, Negotiation, Computer literacy.

Personal Attributes

Customer focus, Efficiency and effectiveness, Team player, Integrity, Innovative, Strong initiative, Professional.

Qualifications for the Procurement Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Supply Chain Management), Procurement and Contract Management, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management or any other relevant field.
• Diploma in Supplies Management will be an added advantage;
• Must be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management
• At least five (5) years relevant experience, 3 of which at a management level
• Candidate MUST have a current Professional Practicing License
  

Terms Of Employment

Five(5) Year renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance by the Board of Directors.