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    Chief Procurement Officer - Nairobi, Kenya - KIKA Power & Construction

    KIKA Power & Construction
    KIKA Power & Construction Nairobi, Kenya

    Found in: beBee S2 KE - 7 hours ago

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    ABOUT THE COMPANY

    Since its foundation in 2013, KIKA Power & Construction Limited has distinguished itself due to its thoroughness and expertise in completing major renovation projects and new construction in Kenya, as well as supplying a vast range of power and mechanical equipment.

    Our clients include leading firms in the energy, commercial, institutions, retail, multi-tenant residential, industrial, and renewables sectors.

    We built our reputation by scrupulously respecting our clients' schedules and budgets.

    Sustained growth has helped us reach a dominant position in the industry, and our corporate values have enabled us to establish an enduring relationship with our employees and job site partners.

    We are continuously able to adapt our project management expertise to clients' operational and cost-effectiveness concerns. We boast an effective and experienced management team that's renowned and

    respected by all of our clients and partners.

    We are committed to working towards developing our projects and are always mindful of budgetary considerations and construction schedules.

    We provide our local and international clients with sufficient access to industry-related best practices, high-quality industrial design, costing, and architecture knowledge together with craftsmanship.

    Our main goal is to inspire and be at the forefront of Kenya's urbanization by developing transformational infrastructure.

    JOB SUMMARY

    We are seeking a highlyskilled and experienced Chief Procurement Officer with a proven track record inmanaging procurement functions within parastatals in Kenya. The ideal candidatewill be responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement activities,ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness in the acquisition ofgoods, services, and works. The Chief Procurement Officer will play a pivotalrole in driving strategic sourcing initiatives, fostering supplierrelationships, and implementing best practices to optimize procurementprocesses within the organization.Key Responsibilities:● Develop and implementprocurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives, takinginto consideration the specific requirements and regulations applicable toparastatals in Kenya.● Lead and manage theprocurement team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensureeffective performance and adherence to procurement policies and procedures.● Oversee the entireprocurement lifecycle, including but not limited to sourcing, tendering,contract negotiation, supplier selection, and contract management, to ensuretimely delivery of quality goods, services, and works.● Institute periodicalmanagement inspections every six months to assess utilization and control ofsupplies● Maintaining procurementrecords in accordance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (2015)and Regulations (2020)● Collaborate with internalstakeholders, including department heads and project managers, to understandtheir procurement needs and requirements, and provide strategic advice andsolutions to meet those needs efficiently and cost-effectively.● Advising on the following:○ Reliability of suppliersbased on past dealings with them○ Ability of suppliers toprovide credit where necessary○ Ability of suppliers to givewarranties where applicable.● ● Ensure compliance withrelevant legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements governing procurementactivities, including procurement laws, policies, and guidelines applicable toparastatals in Kenya.● Implement robust procurementcontrols and risk management measures to safeguard the integrity of procurementprocesses, prevent fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interest, and promotetransparency and accountability.● Develop and maintain acomprehensive database of suppliers, contracts, and procurement records, andutilize relevant procurement systems and tools to streamline procurementoperations and facilitate reporting and analysis.● Monitor and evaluateprocurement performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), identifyareas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to optimize procurementprocesses, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency and effectiveness.● Represent the organization in procurement-related matters,including negotiations with suppliers, participation in tender evaluationcommittees, and engagement with regulatory authorities and oversight bodies asrequired.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Qualifications and Experience:● Bachelor's degree inProcurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a relatedfield. A Master's degree is preferred.● Professional certification inprocurement and supply chain management (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is highly desirable.● A minimum of 8-10 years ofprogressive experience in procurement management, with at least 5 years ofexperience in a senior leadership role overseeing procurement functions withinparastatals or public sector organizations in Kenya.● Demonstrated knowledge andunderstanding of procurement laws, regulations, and policies applicable toparastatals in Kenya, as well as familiarity with international procurementbest practices and standardsVery conversant with government tendering processes and documentation.● Must be between 35-45years ofage.● Proven track record ofsuccessfully managing complex procurement processes, including sourcing,tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, with afocus on achieving value for money, quality, and compliance.● Strong leadership and peoplemanagement skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams toachieve excellence in procurement performance and service delivery.● Excellent communication,negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintaineffective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.● Analytical mindset withstrong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thinkstrategically and make data-driven decisions to drive continuous improvement inprocurement operations.

    REQUIRED SKILLS

    Quality management, Logistics planning and management, Supply and demand planning, Enterprise Resource Planning - ERP system (use of), Procurement, Supplier evaluation and management, Purchasing, Team leadership, Stock and inventory management, Documentation and record keeping

    REQUIRED EDUCATION

    Bachelor's degree

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