• Position: Officer I, Procurement & Stores
• Grade: JS- 8
• Department: Procurement & Stores
• Job Type: Contract – Three (3) Years Renewable Based on Performance
• Reporting to: Principal Officer Procurement & Stores
• Location: Nairobi

JOB PURPOSE

The job holder is responsible for coordinating and implementing procurement and disposal activities in line with the SACCO’s procurement policies, applicable laws, and best practices.

FUNCTIONS / KEY RESULTS EXPECTED

1. a) Works with vendors to schedule shipping and delivery times, being present to receive any orders, and verifies that the correct items and amounts have been delivered and ensure the safekeeping of goods supplied.
   b) Verifying current inventory levels and keeps records to prevent inventory gaps by initiating new re-order on time to avoid shortage of goods.
   c) Before placing an order, s/he carefully checks purchase orders for accuracy, completeness and clarity.
   d) Conduct bidding for purchasing of works, goods and services in accordance with SACCO procurement procedures including but not limited to preparation and review of requests for proposals, process specifications, public advertisements and assistance to proposal evaluation
   e) Negotiate with suppliers to ensure that competitive prices, credit terms and discounts are offered and arrange delivery schedules
   f) Develop and maintain a database of good and reliable suppliers for different categories of supplies, goods and works.
   g) Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time

IMPACT ON RESULTS

The key results have an impact on the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the SACCO, including Improved business results and client services.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or any related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the same level

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCES

• Analytical
• Negotiation
• Report writing
• Communication
• MS Office Suite