Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities
• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies.
• Managing daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Managing the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.
• Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.
• Training new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.

Successful Performance Indicators
• Ensuring best quality ingredients at the best possible price
• Accuracy of invoices versus goods delivered
• Good communication skills with suppliers and internal customers

Qualifications and Requirements
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies or its equivalent
• 4 years’ experience in purchasing and supplies in a busy purchasing and supplies department
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook (MS Office)
• Proficiency in Material Management System (Materials Control – MC)
• The Purchasing Manager may be required to put in long hours including weekends and public holidays.
• The work will be stressful, especially during delivery times.
• You will spend extended periods of time on your feet and may have to deal with difficult suppliers or internal customers
• The work can be physically demanding
• Be prepared to undergo all medical tests required in order to secure the Food Handlers Certificates. This is as per the requirements of the Hotel & Restaurant Act which are governed by the Laws of Kenya


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure

If you are up to the challenge, and possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Purchasing Manager – Hospitality) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke  before 20th February 2023.


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