REF: RJWS/PM/2022/09/05

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing and implementing procurement strategies and annual procurement budgets that conform to the overall business strategy and accountability for its implementation. 
• Preparing and coordinating the implementation of the Annual Procurement plan.
• Recommend appointment of members to various procurement committees.
• Review tender evaluation reports and provide signed professional opinion to the Managing Director.
• Preparing all tenders and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements on uploading tender information in the appropriate government portal. 
• Preparing and submitting quarterly procurement reports to the Board for approval.
• Defining and managing key supplier relationships so as to control spending and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs while upholding quality. 
• Overseeing the interpretation and implementation of procurement laws, rules, and regulations including performing risk management for supply contracts and agreements and ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. 
• Implementing category management and sourcing management as part of the procurement function in order to unlock value through Procurement activities. 
• Working in collaboration with user departments to track the performance of outsourced services providers and ensure that they are in conformance with agreed Service levels.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supplies Management, any Procurement related field, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. 
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Supplies Management, any Procurement related field, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Diploma in CIPS or KISM or other relevant professional certifications.
• Membership in the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) and have a valid supplies practitioner’s license.
• 7 years’ experience in procurement in a similar environment, 4 of which must be in a management role. 
• Knowledge of public procurement principles and processes, public financial management, and project management.
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results. 
• Proficiency in computer applications; and 
• Must fulfill requirements of chapter six (of the Kenyan Constitution)

  Method of Application

  Interested and qualified individuals to submit their Application Letter and Detailed Curriculum Vitae through email: [email protected] and Cc: [email protected] quoting the Job title and reference number on the email subject line OR Physically drop their applications at RUJWASCO’s Main Office located along Ruiru Kamiti Road, Ruiru addressing it to the Managing Director, quoting the position and reference number:

  Managing Director P. O. Box 1165-00232 RUIRU not later than 5.00 pm on 14th October 2022. RUJWASCO is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any application fee.

  Shortlisted Candidates will be required to bring the following for the interview:

  • Original and Certified Copies of Academic and Professional Certificates
  • Original and Certified Copy of National ID
  • Testimonials and other relevant support documents.

  RUJWASCO is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any application fee.
  ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED