Procurement Manager Job NCH Nairobi, Kenya
At Nairobi Central Hardware Ltd. our mission is to provide the broadest selection of high-quality tools & accessories across Kenya & East Africa. Our product range supports the construction, manufacturing, plumbing, home renovation, & farming industries. We are passionate about delivering practical solutions & reliable service.
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a proactive & detail-oriented Procurement Manager to lead & optimize all purchasing activities at Nairobi Central Hardware Ltd. This role involves sourcing quality materials at competitive prices, managing supplier relationships, monitoring stock levels, & ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The ideal candidate will be commercially savvy, organized, & capable of supporting business operations through efficient & cost-effective procurement practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement Management:
- Develop & implement procurement strategies & policies.
- Manage the entire procurement process from requisition to delivery
- Evaluate & select suppliers based on price, quality, & reliability
- Supplier Relationship Management:
- Establish & maintain relationships with key suppliers
- Negotiate contracts, terms, & conditions with suppliers
- Monitor supplier performance & resolve any issues or disputes
- Inventory Management:
- Monitor inventory levels & manage stock replenishment
- Coordinate with warehouse & logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials
- Cost Management:
- Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Implement cost control measures without compromising quality
- Compliance & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate & up-to-date procurement records & documentation
- Prepare reports on procurement activities & performance metrics
- Tabulate price changes
- Risk Management:
- Monitor market price changes & follow suppliers for shortages to stock outs
- Monitor seasonal items & sources with potential suppliers
- Identify & mitigate procurement-related risks
- Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
- Stakeholder Coordination:
- Collaborate with internal departments to understand & their procurement needs
- Provide guidance & support on procurement best practices
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the hardware industry.
- Strong negotiation & communication skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software & Microsoft Office Suite. Experience in using Tally. ERP Experience will be an added advantage.
- Excellent analytical & problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of local procurement regulations.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent attention to detail & analytical skills
- Good communicator
- Demonstrate leadership skills
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
- English
- Kiswahili
- Gujarati (added advantage)
- Hindi (added advantage)
REPORTING:
- You will report to the Chief Executive Officer
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