Kenya Power Pension Fund Head of Procurement Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Power Pension Fund Head of Procurement Jobs in Kenya

Purpose of the job:

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for providing oversight of the procurement
function to ensure value for money on all procured items, quality service delivery and
support other functions within the Fund to achieve the goals effectively and efficiently.

To ensure that all procurement processes and procedures are in line with the Fund’s
policy, best practice and the procurement law and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Formulate procurement strategies and update procurement policy and procedures.
  • Plan for all procurement and disposal of items managed in line with the budgets.
  • Consolidating procurement items ensuring that delivery is done as per the users’
    needs.
  • Monitor all procurements are processed within budget lines and advising users on
    unbudgeted and exceeded budgets items.
  • Proactively build, develop and maintain valuable relationships with key
    stakeholders and vendors.
  • Monitor the market and vendor bases for emerging services and trends for potential
    opportunities and advise management accordingly.
  • Implement/execute the decisions of the Evaluation Committee and in all Fund
    procurements.
  • Act as the Secretariat to the Evaluation Committee and coordinate committee
    meetings and negotiation meetings.
  • Communicate to suppliers on awards, regrets and any other communication
    necessary in execution of tenders.
  • Coordinate between the business units and suppliers and the Evaluation Committee
    to ensure that user requirements are met.
  • Guide on preparation of proposals (RFPs, RFQs and TORs) and specifications.
  • Manage the tendering process including; developing RFP’s, advertising, receiving
    and opening RFP’s etc.
  • Ensure that RFP’S are evaluated in accordance to set out specifications and the Act.
  • Provide professional advice to the Accounting Officer on all evaluation reports.
  • Monitor delivery and quality of goods, works and services by suppliers.
  • Conduct supplier evaluation and effect necessary actions based on contract terms
    and conditions.
  • Develop annual procurement budget.

    Candidate Profile

    The job holder should possess the following minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management or a related field
    from a recognized University.
  • Membership to a Professional
    body
  • Professional qualification (KISM, CIPS)
  • Eight (8) years’ post qualification experience in Procurement or Supply Chain
    management role in a medium or large size organization with at least three (3) years
    at management level.
  • A master’s degree in a related discipline will be an added advantage.
  • In addition, candidates should demonstrate the following Personal traits and
    competencies:
  • Strong leadership skills to foster teamwork; develop and motivate staff, ability to provide direction, guidance, momentum and vision in order to achieve the Fund’s
    objectives.
  • Demonstrated business acumen - able to create strategy and actions that impact
    business success.
  • Ability to be forward thinking and use technology and other modern tools to drive
    decision making and implementation.
  • Professionalism and integrity.
  • Risk awareness and focus - demonstrate understanding of risk management
    practices, standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Ability to lead, influence and drive change initiatives in support of business
    strategies.

    How to Apply
  • Interested candidates are advised to visit our website for more detailed job descriptions
    for the roles at www.kplcpensionfund.co.ke/careers/.
  • Applications should be submitted
    through e mail to: recruitment@kplcpensionfund.co.ke to be received not later than
    Tuesday 26th August 2019.
  • In addition, please attach a Curriculum Vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience and positions held relevant to the roles.
  • Also attach copies of certificates
    and other relevant testimonials and clearly indicate current and expected gross pay.
  • Include your telephone numbers, email address, names and addresses of three (3)
    professional referees.
  • For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Power Pension Fund Head of Procurement Jobs in Kenya

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