Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced personnel to fill the above-mentioned

position. The incumbent will report to the Chief Executive and will be based at Head Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or equivalent.

• Membership of Professional Board is a must.

• A relevant Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.

• At least 5 years’ experience in strategic sourcing, procurement and/or supply chain management

in public sector procurement.

CORE COMPETENCES

• Sound knowledge of supply chain management.

• Knowledge of Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23].

• Excellent negotiating skills.

• Risk management skills

• Sound judgment

• Strategic management skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

• Recommends the most appropriate and efficient method of strategic sourcing initiatives and

agreements for the GMB in line with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act

[Chapter 22:23].

• Executes sourcing decisions, risk assessment/mitigation and alternate technical solutions.

• Manages procurement of all GMB requirements both local and imports.

• Conducts internal and external tender process in line with set standards.

• Develops bids specifications in line with state procurement rules and Public Procurement and

Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23].

• Negotiates strategic sourcing agreements and addendums to supplier contracts in the best

interest of the GMB in accordance with state procurement rules and regulations.

• Keep abreast of changing commodity-related business trends in the marketplace and the possible

impact to the GMB.

• Assists in the development of internal policies and tools necessary to implement strategic sourcing

initiatives.

• Liaises and follows up with Transport and Logistics Manager on movement and delivery of all

procured goods.

• Liaises with the Purchasing Agents.

• Monitors and evaluates supplier performance through periodic financial reviews, product

performance, customer satisfaction surveys.

• Ensures continuity of supply by maintaining effective relationships with existing sources and by

developing other sources of supply either as alternatives or to meet emerging or planned needs.

• Participates in Business Development Programs.

• Enforces Safety Health and Environmental regulations.

• Develops and maintains the annual procurement plan.

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