Procurement Manager - Kenya

About the role

Burn is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, exceptionally organized person to take on the role of procurement manager.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Inbound logistics – organizing exports with foreign suppliers and liaising with freight forwarders and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor all inbound cargo until received in the factory.
• Vendor relations including contract manufacturers.
• Supply and demand forecasting – work with the management team to determine ordering needs, lead times, etc
• Outbound logistics – work with freight forwarders and pertinent government regulatory agencies for correct documentation and processes that are adhered to for any exports from our company.
• Coordinate strategic sourcing, planning and logistics activities for the business.
• Maintain material resources planning and logistics activities for the business.
• Facilitate activities with departments in the clarification and development of clear and concise specifications for materials, products, equipment and services.
• Work with the R&D team to help guide new product development.
• Assist in ER[ implementation and training.
• Work with the warehouse manager on raw material control and material call offs for replenishment
• Work with the Quality manager to ensure the quality of our raw materials meets set standards, whether being procured in the country or other countries.
• Drive continuous improvements in supply chain.
• Work with the central procurement team for any international procurement and feedback on quality or any raw material and equipment issues affecting production processes.
• Lead team in negotiations with vendors/ carriers to gain the required service levels at a price point that enhances organizational profitability.
• Onboard local suppliers using the set criteria
• Lead supply chain team in identifying risk mitigation requirements.
• Lead company exemption and tax reliefs for import of materials, equipment and spares.
• Facilitate organizational activities to mitigate risk.
• Any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Skills and Experience

• Degree in Supply chain, procurement, logistics or a related field.
• 10 years of proven working experience in a supply chain or procurement.
• Detail oriented
• Problem solver
• Risk-averse
• Excellent communication skills
• Comfortable with Excel
• Good understanding of Kenya’s country laws on tax and duties and HS codes.
• Hands-on experience with supply chain management software such as preferably Microsoft Navision, SAP, Syspro, etc
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success.
• Critical thinker with problem-solving skills.
• Team player.
• Good time management skills.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.