Location: Nairobi

Work Type: Full Time

Overall Purpose:

The main purpose of this job is to ensure the club has adequate supplies of the right quality, cost and timely delivery of goods as well as ensure good working relationship with user departments, suppliers and contractors.

The jobholder is also charged with the day-to-day implementation of the procurement policy and procedures under the guidance of the Finance Manager by administering the procurement processes in accordance with the approved policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Getting goods and services for the best price and value
• Cutting any waste and unnecessary costs to create a streamlined process and fast production times
• Working with suppliers to ensure that key processes are running efficiently and cost-effectively
• Building strong working relationships both internally and with key suppliers
• Contract management and negotiation
• Understanding and keeping up with new trends and regulations in the business
• Dealing with international suppliers
• Understanding technology and managing online systems such as e-auctions and e-tendering
• Assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure the Club gets value for money.
• Monitor contractor performance, recommending contract modifications when necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of all organizational and governmental rules affecting purchases, and provide information about these rules to the Club staff and vendors.
• Prepare periodic reports in good time as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Business field
• Professional qualification in purchasing and supplies
• Microsoft Office Proficiency o Knowledge of Procurement and Contract Law
• Good planning and organization skills
• Analytical and presentation skills
• Integrity, confidentiality and objectivity
• Business savvy
• At least 2 years’ work experience in a similar role in a busy commercial environment.

How to Apply

If you meet the outlined requirements please send your application, including a cover letter, current Curriculum Vitae with telephone contacts of 3 referees and testimonials quoting the job title on the email careers@muthaigagolfclub.com (subject PROCUREMENT MANAGER) before 14th April, 2018.

Please note that ONLY candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted We dnot charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing.