Procurement Officer (Sibo 3) At Siaya Bondo Water And Sanitation Company Limited (Sibowasco)

SIBOWASCO/004/03/2020
Job description
This position is responsible for the management of procurement services of goods, services and works for the Company as per the Procurement Act, Regulations, Company’s procurement policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership in the automation of procurement process in Company.
Ensure adherence to procurement procedures and standards through creating awareness to the users on the processes to be followed.
Ensure availability of quality goods and services ordered and prompt delivery of the same to the user through timely processing of the requisitions placed.
Manage an efficient supply base through open tendering and prequalification process for all goods & services used by the Company.
Heading procurement Secretariat.
Ensure cost rationalization by carrying out price surveys to determine price trends to help suppliers’ appraisal.
Manage supplier relationships through maintaining good communication and timely processing of payments for mutual benefit of the Company and the suppliers.
Production of management reports to inform the management on decision making.
Supervise and train staff in the department to enhance work efficiency.
Advise the management on internal control to be applied in procurement to enhance efficiency.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Procurement & Suppliers management, or any other related field.
Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management, Charted Institute of Purchasing and Suppliers or possess any recognized procurement professional qualification
Three(3) years of relevant experience
Must be computer literate(MS Office) and have practical experience in report writing
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.