The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all activities related to procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution of medical and non-medical supplies. This role ensures that all supply chain processes are efficient, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with the hospitals mission of delivering quality, affordable healthcare and training services guided by Christian values.
Key
Responsibilities
- Develop
and implement procurement strategies for timely and cost-effective
sourcing of supplies and equipment.
- Identify
and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and maintain vendor
relationships.
- Ensure
compliance with procurement policies, donor restrictions, and ethical
standards.
- Oversee
inventory levels, storage, and distribution of all supplies.
- Implement
inventory control systems to minimize waste and stockouts.
- Coordinate
logistics, including customs clearance and internal distribution.
- Monitor
supply chain expenditures and prepare budgets.
- Ensure
compliance with WHO, MOH, and donor standards.
- Maintain
records and support audits.
- Supervise
and train supply chain staff.
- Collaborate
with teams to forecast demand and align supply chain strategies
Qualifications & Competencies:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Health,
or related field.
- Masters
degree in related filed.
- Professional
certification (e.g., CIPS, CSCP) is an added advantage.
- Minimum
of 5 years relevant experience, preferably in a healthcare or faith-based
institution.
- Strong
knowledge of healthcare procurement regulations and donor compliance.
- Excellent
analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency
in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Personal Attributes:
- Integrity
and ethical conduct.
- Commitment
to Christian values and the mission of the hospital.
- Ability
to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings.
How to
Apply
