Q-Sourcing Senior Category Lead-Technical Jobs in Kenya

Q-Sourcing Senior Category Lead-Technical Jobs in Kenya

About This Job:

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client in the Food Manufacturing industry, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Senior Category Lead – Technical to work in Kakamega or Nakuru County.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The group seeks to recruit a category Lead to work within the Group Supply Chain Category Transformation Team to Support the Company’s journey in transforming its procurement operations across the Group. The role shall work closely with the Group Category Procurement and management initiatives across the Group companies. The role shall also work closely with current procurement teams and respective end users to implement effective category management strategies that will support the short and long-term business objectives.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or Business-related field

Technical /Engineering background and or experience is an added advantage

8+ Years of practical experience in supply chain management preferably within FMCG

Minimum 5 years experience in category management

Experience in SAP ERP Module

CIPS or similar qualifications is an added

Project Management skills

and experience is an added advantage

Analytical certifications will be an added advantage

Strong background and understanding of procurement processes in manufacturing or FMCG Sectors

Previous experience and knowledge in category management across different categories of spend I.e Autospares, fleet & logistics, civils, plant and Equipment, facilities, General indirect items etc.

Previous experience in drafting contracts, negotiating terms, and managing pre and post-contract activities

Ability to extract and extrapolate data and analyze to support decision making

Strong people and persuasion skills to influence at all levels

Analytical mind with strategic thinking ability.

Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills

Self-Starter, takes initiative, and is able to work independently to drive activities to completion

Proficient in MS Office

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Q-Sourcing Senior Category Lead-Technical Jobs in Kenya

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