Head of Procurement & Supply Chain
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Company Details
Industry:
Consulting
Description:
Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Af…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Nakuru, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Procurement
Job Description
Job Title: Head of Procurement & Supply Chain
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to oversee all procurement and supply chain operations. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory and logistics, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in the Kenyan market and a proven track record in agriculture, commodity trading, manufacturing, FMCG, or food processing.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective sourcing of raw materials, packaging, consumables, and services.
- Lead supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, performance management, and strategic supplier partnerships.
Demand Planning & Inventory Management
- Oversee demand planning, inventory management, and working capital optimization to ensure efficient business operations.
Logistics & Operations
- Manage domestic and international logistics, including imports, exports, transport planning, and warehouse coordination.
Governance & Compliance
- Establish and maintain procurement policies, governance frameworks, internal controls, and compliance processes to minimize risk.
Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Procurement & Supply Chain team while driving continuous improvement through performance reporting and cost-saving initiatives.
Key Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional qualification such as CIPS, KISM, or an equivalent certification is highly preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistics, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven experience in agriculture, commodity trading, manufacturing, FMCG, or food processing, with strong knowledge of the Kenyan market.
Skills & Competencies
- Demonstrated expertise in procurement, supplier management, demand planning, inventory control, logistics, and import/export operations.
- Strong commercial negotiation, financial management, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with experience implementing governance and internal control frameworks.
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