KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality, value for money, and timely delivery of goods and services for use by CITAM.
• Cost management through sourcing of goods and services in line with the approved budget.
• Receive and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices from CITAM units and assemblies.
• Undertake regular rating and evaluation of suppliers and update CITAM Suppliers list.
• Conduct regular market surveys on prices.
• Maximization and utilization of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
• Conduct due diligence screening on selected pre-qualified vendors to mitigate risk.
• Manage vendors professionally and provide feedback to improve their performance.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare periodic reports.
• Facilitate the acquisition of assets needed by the ministry.
• Prepare an assets disposal schedule and make recommendations.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Senior Procurement Officer.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a born-again, mature Christian who conforms to the CITAM statement of faith.
• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• Member of Kenya Institute of Management (KISM)
• Working knowledge and experience in use of ERP system.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written). 
• Must be a team player, firm and friendly, diligent and self-driven