Sourcing Officer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
Sourcing Officer Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
Our client is an e-commerce platform with a distribution solution to serve the market in deep rural areas.
They seek to hire a Sourcing Officer who will ensure quality and timely sourcing and procurement of goods in the most cost effective manner while adhering to laid down policies and procedures for the company.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and analyse the market to assess present and future product availability and prices to advice management.
Receive sourcing orders and forecasts from the finance department as a basis for supplier negotiations, prepare purchase orders and order goods in a timely manner from suppliers.
Interact with suppliers on a day to day basis and negotiate aggressively for the very best cost reducing market prices, payment period, expired notice and damaged goods.
Resolve any irregularities and non-compliance issues with suppliers concerning purchase orders, tax, payments or any conditions of purchase.
Process purchase requisitions / orders as approved by Management
Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and cost price lists.
Liaise with management for updated cost price lists and communicate to the team.
Develop, manage and co-ordinate the procurement processes.
Administer supplier performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance.
Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices
Produce and maintain regular reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
Manage records and supplier documents.
Work with internal stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements.
Key
Qualifications
Diploma in procurement and Supply Chain management.
Degree is an added advantage
Over 3 years of experience in procurement and sourcing
Must be preferably from a Wholesaler, Distributor or Factory dealing with BUYING AND SELLING FMCG to consumers
Good problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to prioritise and work on own initiative
Skilled in purchasing.
Skilled in using computers and Excellent IT skills.
Contract & Supplier relationship management
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contracted in the course of work
Knowledge of purchasing principles and practices.
Knowledge of local laws, regulations and policies governing procurement.
Ability to organise receipts, documents, and information from multiple sources.
Ability to effectively write reports, maintain documentation, and complete required forms.
Driving licence will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Sourcing Officer- Retail) to
vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 26th April 2022.
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