Job Description
ASSISTANT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
JOB LEVEL 4: Job Ref HR – Job Ref HR ASCM-4-2021 (1POST)
Reports to: Managing Director
Job Purpose
The job holder is responsible for facilitation of efficient and timely acquisition of
goods, services and works for the Bureau.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At the Procurement office, the officer shall:
(i) Advise the accounting officer on all procurement related matters
(ii) Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy
(iii) Develop and implement the procurement budgets
(iv) Prepare consolidated procurement and disposal plans for the Bureau for
decision making and implementation;
(v) Conduct product research and market survey to get value for money
(vi) Ensure strategic resourcing as stipulated by law and conduct supplier
evaluation and selection.
(vii) Coordinate contract negotiation and management
(viii) Ensure procurement process optimization.
(ix) Develop and implement frameworks for stores inventory and management
(x) Conduct Risk and compliance management for supply chain management
(xi) Comply with the statutory and regulatory requirements and submit the
requisite reports to relevant government bodies;
(xii) Manage and supervise staff within the supply chain department
(xiii) Working proactively with various departments to realize efficiencies and
manage expectations.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)
(i) Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences from recognised institution or relevant field.
(ii) Masters in Supply Chain Management is an added advantage.
(iii) Higher National Diploma or Diploma in Supply Chain Management or a relevant field from a recognised institution.
(iv) Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience with at least four (4) years at senior management/leadership position.
(v) Membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management or relevant body in good standing.
(vi) Possess a valid practising certificate.
THE CANDIDATES
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send applications clearly
indicating the job title and reference number of the position, enclose a comprehensive
CV stating your current position, photocopies of relevant certificates and testimonials as
well as names and contacts (telephone and e-mail address) of three (3) referees familiar with
your qualifications and work experience. Include your day and evening telephone
numbers and your contact email address.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the
Constitution of Kenya 2010 including; Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of
Criminal Investigations; Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board; Tax
Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority; Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission.