Supply Chain Assistant Manager at Opticom Kenya Limited

Job Description

Opticom designs and deploys integrated security solutions using a combination of the latest future-proof technologies and drawing on our 25 years combined experience in Kenya and the United Kingdom in security, to deliver a comprehensive protection management service. Opticom (K) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Optimum Group Partnerships incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more than 10 years, Opticom has been a pace-setter in providing security. We use a total approach in assessing each client’s security and safety needs individually and comprehensively partnering with you as your trusted advisor to deliver a thorough risk and vulnerability evaluation of your unique security requirements. We probe into the facility functions safety and security programs, policies, procedures, processes, technology and training. Reviewing costs, value considerations and other operational requirements allows us to provide our clients’ with an in-depth, real-world view of how to identify and implement the kind of master security plan that meets each of your organization’s unique security, fire and managed health and safety needs

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies. Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures. Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services to be purchased. Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records. Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc. Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts. Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers. Develop a collaborative relationship with suppliers to improve availability and reduce supply chain costs. Drive Supply Chain efficiencies. Build and maintain an open full collaborative relationship with all stakeholders. Continuous improvement on replenishment strategy and inventory. Ensure the alignment of the catalog and product information. Ensure that the supply chain processes are aligned between the customer and the Business Unit, and define a dashboard with the shared indicators. Build external relationships with suppliers and support high-level supplier relationships fueling supplier performance improvement.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Minimum of a University Degree in a relevant field with Supply Chain qualification. Minimum 4 years of industry experience in a Supply Chain environment preferably in an FMCG. Strong Microsoft Office skills with ERP will be an added advantage. Expertise in Customer Supply Chain / Supply Chain knowledge /Customer Care. Commercial Knowledge/knowledge of General Terms of Trade. Able to think strategically see the big picture and be self-driven. Ability to participate in the closure of complex supply chain problems. Excellent communication skills (written & oral); able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences through all levels and diverse experience and knowledge in Information systems. Problem solving, decision making, and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and a team worker. Proven creativity, analytical and problem-solving skills.