Senior Procurement & Supplies Officer - 2 Posts At Konza Technopolis Development Authority

KoTDA/HR98/2024Job SpecificationDuties and responsibilitiesPlan and manage all activities involved in sourcing suppliers, procurement, quality assurance, financial, logistics and delivery activities.Schedule quotations and tenders forwarding and determine the supplier with the lowest price quoted;Provide oversight to the requisitions process to ensure competitive quotations for the purchases of goods and services;Develop key processes, procedures, and work templates to ensure continuous improvement and adhere to the best practice standardsImplement procurement and disposal activities;Implement and Review contract documents for goods, works and services;Liaise with the user department to ensure effective implementation of contracts for goods, works and services;Provide secretariat services to committees to procurement of goods and services, and disposal of assets;Identify cost saving and cost reduction opportunities to receive value for moneyPrepare and administers routine correspondence, negotiation memoranda, and contract documentation to ensure timely and coordinated submittal. Support mid to high level business development, contracts, and project management professionals in working with internal or external teams on issues and developments relative to assigned contracts.Examine and compare contract documents against proposals and negotiation records for accuracy.Analyses significant, and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms, and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and Authority policies and business unit procedure.Person SpecificationFor appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -Minimum of four(4) years relevant work experience;Bachelor's degree in Procurement & Supplies Management, BusinessAdministration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institutionA Professional qualification from a recognized institution.Member of professional body either Kenya Institute of SuppliesManagement (KISM) or Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)Supervisory Skills Course from a recognized institution;Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; andProficiency in Computer applications.