Job Purpose
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the
Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing the Procurement function
and coordinating the overall procurement of goods, works and services in the
Bank. The position holder will be at the forefront regarding the implementation
and development of procurement strategies. He/She will be responsible for
ensuring that the Bank business operations continue uninterrupted by providing
efficient, quality and cost effective management of procurement services in a timely
manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop annual procurement plans for the Bank and advise
the Bank on matters related to procurement.
- Provide professional advice on procurement matters to
the Chief Executive Officer.
- Work closely with other heads of departments to identify
the most economic and reliable sources of goods and services.
- Prepare and submit various regulatory reports.
- Accountable for inventory management.
- Administer existing contracts, monitor contract
escalations and pricing mechanisms.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance.
- Monitor activities against department objectives and
submit performance reports to Management.
- Identify procurement process improvements and facilitate
implementation.
- Develop the department’s human resources by enhancing
professional development, performance management, training and
development.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in Procurement or
Purchasing & Supply Management from a recognized university.
- Should possess professional qualifications in Purchasing
and Supply Management from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing &
Supply Management.
- Must be a registered member of the Kenya Institute of
Supplies Management.
- Must have a minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant
experience at managerial level.
- Experience with an automated procurement system will be
an added advantage.
- Must possess excellent report writing and presentation
skills.
- Should be a team player with good analytical,
organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Should demonstrate high ability and creativity in cost
management strategies.
- Should be dynamic, self-motivated and results oriented.
How To Apply
Qualified and interested candidates who meet the
above requirements should send their application in HARD COPIES quoting
the title of the position applied for on the cover letter and envelope,
together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates and the
contact information of three referees to:
The Head of Human Resources
Consolidated Bank of Kenya Limited
P.O. Box 51133 – 00200
NAIROBI
All applications should be sent through the above
address ONLY, and received no later than 5.00 p.m. on Thursday, 1st
August 2024. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
