Manager – Procurement at Pwani Oil Products in Mombasa
Pwani Oil Products Ltd was founded in 1985 and directly employs over 500 people both nationally and internationally. Our mission is to refine lives by producing innovative and high quality products with the aim of exceeding the expectations of every client, offering outstanding customer service and great value. We believe that the prosperity of our business depends on successfully developing an integrated community of motivated and innovative employees. We therefore ensure that the team possesses a high level of morale through recognition and positive employee relations, as well as inspiring employees by offering opportunities for challenging work, personal development and growth. Pwani is now seeking to reward highly energetic young Kenyans who are willing to go the extra mile, have the attitude that could inspire fellow team mates. Pwani is seeking to recruit more as it is heading towards implementing ERP to integrate its systems & processes.
MANAGER – PROCUREMENT (Ref No. MPC/01)
Responsibilities:
* Implement Procurement strategy and policies.
* Forecast procurement needs; Driving MRP & Production Planning; Create and implement KPI’s;
* Continually develop expertise to support growth for new projects;
* Identify and develop training opportunities;
* Monitor macro trends in supplier and contract base and implement plans to react;
* Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers;
* Review quotations & negotiate with the Suppliers;
* Discuss defective or unacceptable new goods or services with users, vendors and others to determine cause of problem and take corrective and preventative action;
* Ensure supplier compliance with site and company requirements for safety;
* Manage vendor relationships and assist in building effective partnerships;
* Responsible for planning, developing and buying materials, parts, supplies and equipments in a timely and cost effective way;
* timely manner while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications.
* Liaise with Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices, as necessary for the business with the supplier.
Qualifications & Experience
* A minimum of Bachelors of commerce or a professional qualification in Procurement and Supplies Management;
* Membership of either KISM or CIPS is preferable;
* Atleast 3 years experience in the same position in Manufacturing and FMCG is a MUST;
* Must be well organized, be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
Candidates with prior ERP knowledge are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
Send your application clearly indicating the vacancy Reference Number in the Subject Column and CV in Ms Word or PDF format to recruitment@pwani.net
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application by any Other means will NOT be considered
The Application deadline is 15th April 2011
Candidates with prior ERP knowledge are encouraged to apply.
Pwani Oil Products Ltd was founded in 1985 and directly employs over 500 people both nationally and internationally. Our mission is to refine lives by producing innovative and high quality products with the aim of exceeding the expectations of every client, offering outstanding customer service and great value. We believe that the prosperity of our business depends on successfully developing an integrated community of motivated and innovative employees. We therefore ensure that the team possesses a high level of morale through recognition and positive employee relations, as well as inspiring employees by offering opportunities for challenging work, personal development and growth. Pwani is now seeking to reward highly energetic young Kenyans who are willing to go the extra mile, have the attitude that could inspire fellow team mates. Pwani is seeking to recruit more as it is heading towards implementing ERP to integrate its systems & processes.
MANAGER – PROCUREMENT (Ref No. MPC/01)
Responsibilities:
* Implement Procurement strategy and policies.
* Forecast procurement needs; Driving MRP & Production Planning; Create and implement KPI’s;
* Continually develop expertise to support growth for new projects;
* Identify and develop training opportunities;
* Monitor macro trends in supplier and contract base and implement plans to react;
* Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers;
* Review quotations & negotiate with the Suppliers;
* Discuss defective or unacceptable new goods or services with users, vendors and others to determine cause of problem and take corrective and preventative action;
* Ensure supplier compliance with site and company requirements for safety;
* Manage vendor relationships and assist in building effective partnerships;
* Responsible for planning, developing and buying materials, parts, supplies and equipments in a timely and cost effective way;
* timely manner while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications.
* Liaise with Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices, as necessary for the business with the supplier.
Qualifications & Experience
* A minimum of Bachelors of commerce or a professional qualification in Procurement and Supplies Management;
* Membership of either KISM or CIPS is preferable;
* Atleast 3 years experience in the same position in Manufacturing and FMCG is a MUST;
* Must be well organized, be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
Candidates with prior ERP knowledge are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
Send your application clearly indicating the vacancy Reference Number in the Subject Column and CV in Ms Word or PDF format to recruitment@pwani.net
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application by any Other means will NOT be considered
The Application deadline is 15th April 2011
Candidates with prior ERP knowledge are encouraged to apply.