Co-operative University of Kenya Senior Procurement Officer Jobs

Co-operative University of Kenya Senior Procurement Officer Jobs



Applicants should meet the following requirements:

  • Must possess a masters degree and a bachelors degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management from an accredited/recognized institution;

  • Must possess at least three (3) years’ experience in Grade 12 or equivalent in the Public Sector;

  • Must possess at least nine (9) years’ working experience in Public Sector procurement with hands
    on experience in procurement ERP systems and business workflow since attainment of a bachelors
    degree in the relevant field;

  • Must be knowledgeable on Public Sector procurement legal requirements and related
    administrative processes and procedures

  • Must be a registered member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management;

  • Must demonstrate professional competence in undertaking procurement work;

  • Must possess excellent report writing, conflict management, negotiation skills, Leadership skills, organizational, good Interpersonal relationship, teamwork, time management, communication, decision making and problem solving skills;

  • Must be proficient in computer applications;

  • Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills;

  • Experience in a University setting and possession of a Postgraduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies or any other relevant qualifications will be an added advantage.

    Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop departmental policies and strategy plans in the University;

  • Manage and Control the budgets and consolidating procurement plans from different
    departments;

  • Monitor compliance with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements;

  • Coordinate formulation and implementation of policies to guide the procurement process in the
    institution;

  • Develop Work Plans in the department to assist in the smooth running
    of the Department;

  • Control procurement procedures within the statutory framework in order to avoid malpractices and misappropriation of funds in the institution;

  • Supervise, train and develop the procurement team in order to achieve a good efficient and
    competent team;

  • Oversee the process of tendering and quotations in accordance with the relevant legal
    requirements;

  • Monitor compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act t and other procurement related
    legal requirements in the department and across all units in the institution;

  • Communicate to bidders on tenders outcome according to the legal provisions and the best
    practice.

  • Ensure the goods are purchased,inspected, accepted and stored well;

  • Prepare briefs for the negotiation committee during the evaluation process;

  • Carry out market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability;

  • Recommend disposal of unserviceable stores, works and equipment; and

  • Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Co-operative University of Kenya Senior Procurement Officer Jobs

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