Assistant Purchasing Manager - Nakuru, Kenya - Gilani's Distributors

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Gilani's Distributors is a dominance in the distribution sector and is well known and respected. This is evidenced by the increased presence of our trucks ferrying goods on roads throughout the Rift Valley, Central, Nairobi, Nyanza, Mombasa Coastal region and the Western corridor of Kenya.

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, the Assistant Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing pricing strategies and procurement activities to optimize profitability and ensure a reliable supply chain for our distribution operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement pricing strategies and policies in collaboration with senior management, considering market dynamics, competitive landscape, and customer demand.
• Analyze pricing data and market trends to identify opportunities for pricing optimization, including adjusting pricing tiers, discounts, and promotions to maximize sales and profitability.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align pricing strategies with business objectives, supporting product launches, promotions, and sales initiatives.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating contracts and agreements to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Lead procurement activities, including sourcing suppliers, evaluating proposals, and selecting vendors based on quality, cost, reliability, and service.
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contractual agreements, addressing any issues or concerns to ensure a reliable and efficient supply chain.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including internal departments, suppliers, and customers, to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Utilize procurement software and tools to streamline procurement processes, track inventory levels, and manage purchasing activities efficiently.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in pricing and procurement, continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of purchasing/pricing professionals. Provide guidance, set performance goals, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure the team's adherence to best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Continuously improve purchasing / pricing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline operations. Evaluate and implement procurement technologies, such as e-procurement systems, to automate processes and improve data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
• Identify and mitigate procurement / pricing-related risks, such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and compliance risks. Develop risk management strategies, implement robust supplier qualification processes, and monitor key risk indicators.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, finance, and legal departments, to understand their purchasing needs, align strategies, and support project requirements. Foster strong relationships and effective communication to ensure procurement / pricing objectives are met.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in all procurement/ pricing activities. Establish and enforce policies and procedures to promote fair and ethical practices throughout the purchasing /pricing process.
• Data analysis and reporting tracking and analyzing relevant data and sharing on a daily, weekly or monthly with the CEO and team members.
• Cost management implementing cost controls measure to optimize purchasing/ pricing activities. This includes analyzing cost, identifying cost saving opportunities.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Quality management, Internal control, Pricing, price management, Supply and demand planning, Procurement, Negotiation, Purchasing

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree