Position: Purchase Manager
Line Manager: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration of the contract: 1 year with possibility of extension
Line Manager: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration of the contract: 1 year with possibility of extension
Solidarités International is an international humanitarian aid organisation which provides assistance to populations who are victims of armed conflict or natural disaster. For 29 years, Solidarités International has concentrated its action on meeting three vital needs: water, food and shelter.
By carrying out emergency programmes, Solidarités International acquired an extensive experiences expertise in the fields of promoting access to clean drinking water and sanitation. In the Horn of Africa, Solidarités International is currently implementing food security, water and sanitation projects in Kenya and Somalia.
Objective of the position:
This position is aimed to improve efficiency and quality service of the procurement unit in the whole Kenya -Somalia
mission. The Purchase Manager is responsible for managing and delivering an efficient and effective purchase service
across all programs and field sites.
mission. The Purchase Manager is responsible for managing and delivering an efficient and effective purchase service
across all programs and field sites.
This includes implementing, monitoring and following-up across all purchase disciplines to ensure that Solidarités International’s standard policies and best practice is adhered to. The role will provide leadership, technical support and capacity building to the country logistics staff that are involved in purchase.
Key responsibilities
Note: this list gives the framework of your activities but it is not exhaustive. You may be asked to complete other
duties.
duties.
- Procurements
- Program and Field Support
- Reporting
Qualifications and experience requested
- Minimum Business degree in relevant field.
- Professional training in procurement and logistics
- Member of a professional body in logistic for supply chain management is an advantage
- Minimum of 5 years experience of procurement management in a senior position on which 3 years should be in an International Organisation.
- Experience of cross cultural environment
- Experience in team management and planning
- Experience in food security, water and sanitation relief aid project
How to apply:
Kindly find the complete vacancy details on
All cover letter, CV and contact details for 3 referees must be sent to the following email address: jobapplication@sol
idarites-kenya-som.org by closing date, 24th September 2010.
idarites-kenya-som.org by closing date, 24th September 2010.
Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for in the title of your email.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Solidarites is an equal opportunity employer
