Senior Procurement and Supply Officer Grade I
Company: Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College
Location: Moshi, Tanzania
Application Deadline: Friday, 14th March 2025
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Management, Procurement and Logistics Management, Procurement and Chain Supply, or related field from a recognized institution
- Certified Procurement and Supply Professional (CPSP), Certified Supplies Professional (CSP), Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
- Registered by the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board
Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain management, policies, and procedures
- Knowledge in budgeting, financial management, and accounting principles
- Strategic procurement skills
- Financial analysis skills
- Negotiation skills
- Management skills
- Contracting skills
- Communication skills
- Writing skills
- Excellent leadership ability
- Ability to work well under pressure
Responsibilities
- Be the Head of Procurement Management Unit (PMU)
- Responsible for the development or review of materials/procurement management policy
- Prepare departmental budget
- Plan, coordinate, and control all PMU matters
- Identify material requirements of the College and make timely procurement at minimum costs
- Scrutinize purchase orders before forwarding them for approval
- Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of purchased materials
- Review procurement requirements with Deans, Directors, and departmental heads
- Ensure stock replenishment is done at the right time
- Prepare purchase tender documents and invite tenders from potential suppliers
- Ensure proper implementation of stores procedures and documentation
- Supervise the work of junior staff in the Procurement Management Unit
- Be responsible for internal training of staff in the Procurement Management Unit
- Perform any other duty as assigned by senior officers