Responsibilities

Manage self and the assigned team of sourcing managers and specialists. 
Develop and execute the annual category management plan and budget within the approved limits.
Develop and maintain business continuity plans, risk management, compliance, and regulatory controls for the assigned category.
Relationship management and engagement of key stakeholders for the assigned category: Heads of Department, Subsidiaries, Suppliers, Contractors, Consultants, Management Tender Committee, and the Group Executive Committee 
Implement standards, controls, processes, or regulatory determined procedures for the Category.
Implement cost management programs/initiatives for the assigned category during the business cycle and strategically negotiate contracts to deliver optimal outcomes for the Bank. 
Manage the supplier contract calendar for the Category, review expiries, inclusions, retirements, and cancellations of contracts. 
Manage suppliers’ performance for the assigned category, monitor and review service level agreements, hold review meetings.
Review and analyse data on industry trends and devise long term strategy for optimal category decision making.

Education

 Bachelor’s degree    Business Related/Social Sciences

Professional Qualifications    

Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) and valid Practicing License
 Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent
Master’s degree    MBA /Business Related 

Experience 
Detail    Minimum No of Years   

5 years Procurement Strategy Management (development & implementation) 
3 years Logistics 
5 years Commercial Experience (negotiation, market analysis & knowledge) 
Supplier Management