Lake Basin Development Authority Manager - Supply Chain Management and Procurement - Jobs in Kenya

Lake Basin Development Authority Manager - Supply Chain Management and Procurement - Jobs in Kenya

Lake Basin Development Authority is a regional development authority established by an act of
parliament cap 442 of the laws of Kenya and is mandated to spearhead development within the Lake
Victoria basin and its catchment regions, with a view to fostering integrated sustainable economic
development and empowering communities of the region.

In view of this and as part of fulfilling our mandate, the following positions on a three (3) year renewable contract terms are open for application from qualified candidates.

Manager-supply Chain Management and Procurement

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and implementation of the overall supply chain strategy

Collaboration with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service teams for the compilation
and preparation of the organization’s annual procurement plan

Coordination and facilitation of the procurement process within the LBDA in liaison with
respective departments.

Tracking and reporting key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve
effectiveness

Discovering profitable suppliers and initiating business and organizational
procurement partnerships

Negotiating with external vendors to secure advantageous terms

Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients

Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements

Identification of potential suppliers and issuance of requests for quotations on a need
to need basis.

Leading due diligence initiatives, pre-qualification and qualification of suppliers.

Monitoring market trends and conditions and advise management on competitive
pricing

Performance of source audits and facilitation of the prequalification process

Determination of key supply chain KPIs,

Identification of process bottleneck,
implementation of solutions in a timely manner provision of suggestions on solutions
for process improvements.

Reviewing and approval of purchase requisitions and local purchase orders (LPOs).

Interpretation of the Procurement Act and provision of suitable advice to the
management to ensure compliance with the Laws in all procurement processes.

Supervision of the performance of direct reports, providing clear direction and regular
monitoring and feedback on performance

Performance management including

ensuring achievements of performance Contract
(PC) obligations and conducting periodic staff performance appraisals

Required Qualifications & Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, business
administration, finance or equivalent in a similar field from a recognized university

Previous working experience as a Supply Chain Manager for 5 years

Hands on experience with supply chain management software

Ability to work in high-pressure, deadline driven environment

Exceptional communication and reporting skills

Good time-management skills

Membership to professional bodies

Team player and great interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to lead, train and mentor employees on a personal level

Comply with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications with detailed curriculum vitae and
photocopies of all testimonials stating current position, remuneration, contact telephone
numbers, names and addresses of three (3) professional referees to reach us on or before 9th
April 2019.

Applicants must also submit clearance certificates from the following:

Kenya Revenue Authority

Higher Education Loans Board

Ethics and anti-corruption commission

National Police Service

Credit Reference Bureau

Submit your application in a sealed envelope with the respective job reference number clearly
marked to:
The Managing Director
Lake Basin Development Authority
P.O Box 1516-40100
KISUMU

Soft copies should be sent by email to info@lbda.co.ke

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Lake Basin Development Authority is an equal opportunity employer

For more information and job application details, see; Lake Basin Development Authority Manager - Supply Chain Management and Procurement - Jobs in Kenya

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