Safaricom - Category Sourcing Manager

Category Sourcing Manager

Ref: CM-FIN- JANUARY -2012

Reporting to Senior Manager - Purchasing, the job holder will effectively manage the purchasing cycle, ensuring that procurement policies and procedures are complied with, negotiating and managing supplier contracts and end-to-end tendering process as well as ensuring that in all circumstances Safaricom secures the best service/product for the best economical price within the Outsourced services.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, implement and manage the entire category sourcing strategy and align it to the overall Business Strategy.
• Develop and maintain category sourcing framework that defines specific items parameters.
• Identify and analyze initiatives for projected savings (jointly with user departments and suppliers).
• Provide business strategy support & Value Delivery through fulfillment of immediate business Strategic requirements.
• Enhance internal customer self service and building internal customer relationships.
• Manage contracted vendors relationships development through structured a framework.
• Drive compliance and Risk Management through ISO Audits, process/procedure reengineering, analysis/ reviews and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct Business Continuity Management for strategic supplies through self assessment and audits.
• Negotiate and close sourcing agreements/contracts with suppliers.
• Maintain supply market awareness, intelligence and related trends in order to assess present and future category items availability.
• Development, maintenance ,verification and updating of information in master database.
• Optimization of Procurement to Pay process through development and implementation of business improvement.
• Develop and fully implement supplier catalogues/pricelists /source lists within the ERP system.

Minimum requirements

• Degree in Technology, Engineering, Business or similar qualification;
• Post Graduate Diploma Qualification in Supply Chain Management (CIPS);
• At least 8 years experience in procurement with (two year of which should be in category sourcing management;
• Excellent understanding of category sourcing strategies, prequalification and vetting of suppliers, development of tender documentation and tendering processes, procurement performance management tools, skills in management of suppliers performance, international sourcing/ commercial relationships and supply contract management;
• Very Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Team player with excellent influencing skills;
• High level of Initiative and self-drive;
• Problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Very strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain relationship with all stake holders.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Tuesday the 17th January 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke 

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Tradestar Kenya Limited is fast growing outsourcing organization situated in Thika town.

We are looking for a proficient DHTMLX or EXT-JS programmer to work on a full time basis. The preferred person should have;

Must have proficiency in

DHTMLX (www.dhtmlx.com)

EXT-JS (www.sencha.com)

Others requirements

• Over 3years Experience
• Distance of travel from home to office in Thika must be less than 45min
• Good typing speed

Salary: Based on qualifications and skills

If you posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume, sample work and application letter indicating your experience to info@tsk.co.ke.

Important

Only experienced DHTMLX or EXT-JS programmers will be considered

Only successful candidates will be contacted

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They are looking for a high caliber individual to fill the position of Account Manager.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the role holder will maintain client relationships on multiple accounts and market for new business from existing and new clients.

The Principal Accountabilities include:

• Build and maintain a working relationship with the client
• Work closely with the project team in order to maintain a continuous knowledge of project status in order to identify potential issues and/or opportunities related to the project
• Ensure successful execution of the approved campaigns
• Look out for new opportunities with existing clients that can be converted to new business for the agency
• Address client concerns and ensure the resolution of issues in a timely manner, with follow-up when appropriate
• Make weekly and monthly account status reports and update client status on the online system
• Deliver ongoing market analysis and assessment of competitors and market intelligence with a focus on the future and value creation
• Own the contract and contract renewals for new work for an existing client
• Communicate client goals and represent the client interests in the company
• Ensure client retention is attained
• Timely billing of clients upon completion of the assignment
• Follow up on collection of outstanding bills from clients

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in a business related field preferably in Marketing
• At least two (2) years progressive job related experience
• Superior presentation skills
• Excellent negotiation skills

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualifications, please send your CV and letter of application indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 17th January 2012

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They are looking for a high caliber individual to fill the position of Finance Manager.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the role holder will establish and maintain financial procedures for the organization.

The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

The Principal Accountabilities include:

• Provide and interpret financial information
• Monitor and interpret cash flows and predict future trends
• Analyze change and advise accordingly
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• Research and report on factors influencing business performance
• Analyze competitors and market trends
• Develop financial management mechanism that minimize financial risk
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• Liaise with auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out
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• Manage budgets
• Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation
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Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA or ACCA qualification
• At least four (4) years progressive job related experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Detail-oriented and can work well under pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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