SUPPLY CHAIN AND PROCUREMENT MANAGER – Broadband Communication Networks Ltd
Purchasing and Procurement, Warehouse, Supply Chain and Distribution
Broadband Communication Networks Ltd
Broadcom Networks Consultancy Service PLC is a communication Technologies Organization dedicated to provide Complete Communication Network Solutions for Network Operators, Communication Regulators, Broadcasting Houses, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) Utilities, Governments, UN bodies and large business organizations in Africa. Our HQ Company is Broadband Communication Network Limited Located in Nairobi Kenya. For more info about us please visit our website; www.broadcom.co.ke
We would like to advertise for the following position:
Job Summary
The Supply Chain and Procurement Manager will take a leadership role in executing effective and efficient procurement and supply chain services ensuring values and competencies in maintaining transparency, integrity and compliance with established rules and regulations. Provide leadership for all purchasing, warehouse, logistics and shipping activities with an effort to control costs while also improving efficiency and accuracy in the management of inventory.
Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- Manage the entire process in the planning of procurement and supply chain activities, inventory control, logistics and distribution, ensuring effectively-functioning processes to avoid costly delays and lost opportunities
- Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors that facilitate smooth flow of services to our organization
- Manage and monitor all transactional procurement including tendering processes, evaluation, contracting, contract management, legal considerations and payment conditions, contractors, performance evaluation and risk assessment
- Implement strategic procurement including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management, customer relationship management and performance measurement.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual procurement plans and progress reports as required
- Lead the establishment and management of professional procurement services through Long Term Agreements and networking.
Contracts Administration and Management
- Provide oversight over various contract management processes and ensure transparency
- Develop and implement systems for internal control that would ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions in collaboration with Project Managers and Team Leaders
- Monitor and analyze contract performance against agreed benchmarks through agreed reporting mechanisms and advise projects on potential issues and recommend remedial actions
- Negotiate, within the terms and conditions of the contract, solutions to conflicts/problems arising in case of poor performance or non-compliance with contractual obligations and convene meetings with contractors to allow ample opportunity for the identification and early resolution of potential disputes
- Conduct activities required by the contract including logistical support, accreditation, licensing, verification of goods, monitoring of activities and performance of subcontractors
- Develop appropriate contract management tools, guidelines and manuals for standardization and knowledge sharing purposes
- Prepare Purchase Orders, Amendments, and requests for contract awards and/or waivers for accumulated procurement values ensuring that all specifications, terms and conditions are clear and correct
Logistics and Asset Management
- Take full responsibility for assets and inventory management of all expendable and non-expendable items under projects
- Facilitate customs clearance of imported supplies, materials, equipment and/or vehicles
- Plan and execute warehouse related resource planning and efficiency meet the anticipated Company goals
- Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions;
- Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols;
- Maintains receiving, warehousing, and Transfer operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures;
- Check and take corrective action on all deviations, regarding warehousing, stock differences and Transfers;
- Control incoming materials by such methods as physical counts, random weight checks, request advising or rejection of any unaccepted commodity etc.
- Maintain records to the various stores keeping records of the items off-loaded and/or loaded at the warehouses. Keep updated records on stack/stock cards, and/or computer inventory lists;
- Observe, enforce and comply to safety requirement.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Job Requirement
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supplies or equivalent from a recognized institution;
- A Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be desirable;
- A minimum period of 8 years’ experience in Supply Chain, 3 of which must have been in a senior position in a reputable organization
Other Skills/Training:
- Excellent organizational and coordination skills
- Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
- Ability to promote integrity and business ethics; demonstrate mature judgment, trust and open communication; ability to ensure effective team work, collaborative behavior and team spirit
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills to persuade and influence others
- Candidates should possess an excellent speaking and writing English skill.
