Strategic Sourcing Category Manager

Develop and implement the assigned category strategy to optimize value for the Bank. This role entails end-to- end management of the sourcing activities for strategic items of the Bank. The role entails demand planning, market analysis, category sourcing, strategy development and execution, management of the request for proposals/information process, contract management and vendor relationship management for the assigned category.

Key Responsibilities; -
• Strategic Demand Planning – preparation of the category procurement plan, executing category plans to meet category objectives.
• Market analysis and insights generation – carry out market analysis for the category assigned.
• End to end management process of the category requests for proposals, quotations and information as per the agreed turnaround timelines.
• Negotiation with suppliers to obtain the best value for the Bank through preparations, communications and strategic engagements.
• Contract Management – collaborate with the Legal Division, end users and vendors on contract lifecycle management to support the Bank’s goals and mitigate against risks. Manage the process of renewal or termination of contracts on a timely basis.
• Stakeholder Management – identify all the relevant stakeholders both internally and externally and develop clear communication and engagement channels to manage risks and to successfully deliver on projects in alignment with the Bank’s objectives.
• Supplier Relationship Management – Manage key relationships of the assigned category, conduct regular supplier performance reviews to drive optimal performance.
• Drive collaboration - Managing team performance to deliver value for the Bank.

The Person
For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Social Science or Applied Sciences
• Member, Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
• Valid practising license from Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
• Total Minimum No of Years’ Experience required – 6 years
• Supply Chain Management Experience – 5 years
• Stakeholder Management - 5 years
• Commercial Experience (negotiation, market analysis & knowledge) – 5 years
• Contracting and Contract Management – 5 years
• People management and Presentation skills - 5 years

The above position is a demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.

Qualified candidates with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.