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• Implement the annual Category Strategy and Plan as assigned in line with the timing and approved sourcing methods
• Relationship management and engagement of stakeholders for the assigned Category. The stakeholders include Branch Managers, Heads of Departments, Senior Managers, Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants.
• Implement controls, process improvements and ensure compliance to regulatory compliance for the assigned Category.
• Implement Cost Management Programs/Initiatives for the Category as assigned during the business cycle.
• Implement the supplier contract calendar, review expiries, inclusions, retirements, cancellations of contracts.
• Review Suppliers Performance and take appropriate actions for breaches of agreed service levels.
• Responsible for pricing, data integrity, contract records and supplier records.

Academic & Professional

Particulars    Detail    Specific Field or Qualification    Need Type[1]

• Education     Bachelor’s Degree    Business Related/Social Sciences / Supply Chain Management     RQ
• Professional Qualifications    Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)    RQ
• Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)    AA
• Master’s degree    MBA /Business Related     AA

Experience

• Total Minimum No of Years’ Experience Required    3 years

Detail    Minimum No of Years    Need Type[1]

• Procurement Strategy Management (development & implementation)    4    ES
• Procurement Category Management     4    ES
• Logistics    2    ES
• Commercial Experience (Knowledge of the market, negotiations and regulatory environment)    3    ES
• Supplier Relationship and Performance Managemen