Procurement Officer - Kisumu

Person Specification

• Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business-related field
  
• Membership to CIPS/KISM
  
• 3 years’ experience in a supply chain role preferably in a hospital environment
  
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
  
• Working knowledge of inventory management
  
• Active participation in inventory audit
  

• Receive and process requisitions from user department.
  
• Monitor and replenish stocks within the inventory centres in line with internal and external procurement standards and guidelines.
  
• Perform routine pricing negotiations with existing suppliers for the purchase of goods, seek cost reduction opportunities with new and existing suppliers.
  
• Assist in the identification of new suppliers and ensure due diligence is carried out for all new sources of supply.
  
• Undertake market surveys and marketing intelligence for purchasing decisions.
  
• Evaluate supplier performance and conduct monthly review of contract compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies.
  
• Monitoring stock holding
  
• Sourcing for stock items as requested by the end users, alternates and out of stocks.
  
• Oversee daily tracking of orders, follow up and ensure timely deliveries.
  
• Prepare and present monthly purchasing, savings, and inventory reports.
  
• Prepare and process documents for payment.
  
• Ensure proper filing and keeping of records.