Job Description
ADVERT NO: KIBU/ADM/07/2023
SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OFFICER I, GRADE AD 13 — ONE (1) POSITION
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
i. Master's degree in any of the following disciplines:- Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics; Procurement and Contract Management, Business Administration (Purchasing and Supplies) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
ii. Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines:- Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Purchasing and Supplies Management; Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Contract Management; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iii. Served in the Grade of Senior Supply Chain Management officer II Grade 12 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
iv. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage;
v. Be a member of the Institute of Purchasing and Supplies or any other recognized Supply Chain professional body; vi. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
vii. Have demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
i. Providing input in the development, reviewing and implementation of Procurement policies, strategies, regulations and procedures;
ii. Coordinating purchasing, and control of materials;
iii. Developing the Procurement manual and templates;
iv. Ensuring internal auditing and evaluation of supply chain management processes and procedures are undertaken; v. Coordinating the identification of unserviceable, obsolete and surplus stores and equipment for disposal;
vi. Carrying out negotiation in major contracts;
vii. Ensuring effective use of e-Procurement system;
viii. Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards relating to Procurement of goods, services and works;
ix. Consolidating Procurement budgets and plans;
x. Ensuring safe custody of procured goods;
xi. Coordinating preparation and maintenance of assets register, transfer and valuation;
xii. Ensuring periodic stock taking and stock audit is conducted; and
xiii. Supervising and developing staff.