Supply Chain Manager
Posted:
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:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
Undisclosed
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Procurement
Job Description
The successful candidate will lead and optimize the end‑to‑end supply chain for the company in Kenya, with responsibility for strategic sourcing, procurement of raw and non-raw materials, imports & exports, coordination operations, spot market buying, and supply chain strategy formulation. The role ensures supply continuity, cost efficiency, compliance, supplier performance, and cross-functional alignment with production and commercial needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute supply chain strategy, policies, and performance frameworks to drive efficiency, cost optimization, and continuous improvement.
- Lead sourcing of raw materials, ensuring quality, supply continuity, competitive pricing, and effective risk management.
- Manage procurement of packaging, services, spares, and CAPEX, including tendering, contracting, and supplier performance.
- Oversee international logistics, customs, and trade compliance while optimizing costs and export operations.
- Manage outbound logistics, setting KPIs and ensuring cost-effective, reliable delivery through logistics partners.
- Own supply chain budgets, driving cost control, savings, and working capital optimization.
- Maintain supplier relationships while managing risk, compliance, and quality assurance processes.
- Lead and develop the team, fostering cross-functional collaboration and a culture of accountability and performance.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related field; MBA preferred, with mandatory membership in CIPS, KISM, or equivalent.
- 10+ years’ managerial experience in supply chain/procurement within FMCG, agriculture, manufacturing, or related sectors.
- Proven ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies, including sourcing, logistics, and operational optimization.
- Strong experience in strategic sourcing, international procurement, and import/export compliance.
- Demonstrated budget ownership with strong cost control and value optimization capabilities.
- Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP, Dynamics 365, or similar platforms.
- Experience managing supplier performance, contracts, and supply chain risks.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with high integrity, adaptability, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
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