Procurement Manager - KVM job at CFAO

Deadline: Expired

Join our CFAO MOBILITY Division !

MEETING THE MOBILITY NEEDS OF BUSINESS & INDIVIDUALS

Comprising the most extensive vehicle retail network in Africa, we provide all mobility-related sectors with a multi-brand offer, partnering with global automotive manufacturers : sales of new and used vehicles, short or long-term rentals, fleet management and maintenance.

Our Offer includes the complete automotive offering , including, two-wheelers, marine engines, coaches, lorries, handling equipment, tyres and spare parts. Our production and assembly sites in Africa are a shining example of our commitment to actively support industrialisation in the region and creating an affordable offer.

We looking for a Procurement Manager – KVM based : Kenya

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of the procurement strategy that supports the achievement of the Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (KVM) business objectives. He/she coordinates the operations of the department to ensure the delivery of timely and quality procurement services in compliance with the relevant laws and regulations, as well as with the relevant KVM policies, procedures and processes.

The ideal candidate will report to the General Manager and will be in charge of Procurement Assistants and Stores Clerk.

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Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

Coordinate the procurement of goods and services to ensure the procurement department supports the implementation of the KVM business strategy, as well as compliance with the relevant laws and regulations.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies/Policies to ensure the responsiveness of the department operations in the implementation of the KVM business goals.
Initiate and manage relationship with key stakeholders for enhanced ease in procurement
Monitor the implementation of PACI and ISO 9001:2015 recommendations to ensure compliance in procurement processes.
Prepare periodical reports on the procurement function to report on progress and challenges experienced.
Co0rdinate the procurement plans to ensure timely preparation and implementation.

Operational Responsibilities

Coordinate the management of supplier contracts and Service level agreements to ensure KVM is protected from risks.
Implement regular reviews of sourcing options to identify sources that deliver value for money for KVM
Coordinate support to user departments to ensure user departments are assisted in the development of accurate and timely resource projections
Conduct market research to advise in the annual procurement planning process, and implement a market intelligence program that advises on commodity prices and supply benchmarks
Coordinate the development and maintenance of a supplier master file, and lead the determination of an optimal number of active suppliers to enhance the responsiveness of the department to user needs
Supervise the implementation of periodic validation exercises of procurement plans and buying schedules with user departments to ensure plans and schedules are accurate and current in support of business operations
Enforce the use of systems and eliminate all other off – system processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement process
Consolidate the KVM annual procurement forecast and budget through the consideration of the input received from the various functions in KVM, to ensure adequate and timely allocation of resources required for the implementation of the procurement plan
Ensure that staff in the function are trained and developed in line with both individual and organizational growth goals, to ensure achievement of business objectives.
Provide support to the development of new processes, procedures and solutions for procurement department
Develop and manage supplier relationships for the function to deliver breakthrough performance in cost quality and service