Procurement Manager

POSITION:    PROCUREMENT MANAGER
COMPANY:     NAIROBI CENTRAL HARDWARE LTD. 

LOCATION:    BABA DOGO, RUARAKA, NAIROBI
DEADLINE:    ROLLING BASIS

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 1. Procurement Management:

• Develop & implement procurement strategies & policies.

•  Manage the entire procurement process from requisition to delivery

• Evaluate & select suppliers based on price, quality, & reliability

2. Supplier Relationship Management:

•  Establish & maintain relationships with key suppliers

•  Negotiate contracts, terms, & conditions with suppliers

•  Monitor supplier performance & resolve any issues or disputes

3. Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels & manage stock replenishment

• Coordinate with warehouse & logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials 

4. Cost Management:

•  Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities

•  Implement cost control measures without compromising quality

5. Compliance & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate & up-to-date procurement records & documentation

•  Prepare reports on procurement activities & performance metrics

•  Tabulate price changes 

6. Risk Management:

• Monitor market price changes & follow suppliers for shortages to stock outs

• Monitor seasonal items & sources with potential suppliers

• Identify & mitigate procurement-related risks

• Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions 

7. Stakeholder Coordination:

• Collaborate with internal departments to understand & their procurement needs

• Provide guidance & support on procurement best practices

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.

• Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS) is an added advantage.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the hardware industry.

• Strong negotiation & communication skills.

• Proficiency in procurement software & Microsoft Office Suite. Experience in using Tally. ERP Experience will be an added advantage.

• Excellent analytical & problem-solving abilities.

• Knowledge of local procurement regulations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Excellent attention to detail & analytical skills

• Good communicator

• Demonstrate leadership skills

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

• English

• Kiswahili

• Gujarati

• Hindi

REPORTING: 

• You will report to the Chief Executive Officer

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Submit your application through the link below:   

https://forms.gle/1ambTAhBwfX3zURY9