KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management of the Requisition to Pay process (RTP)
Monitoring supply chain total costs and recommending action plans for cost optimization.
Sourcing and engagement of suppliers.
Ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
Coordinating and developing supplier assessments, score cards and other analytics to enable team to effectively manage supplier performance.
Supplier base development and maintenance.
Maintaining corporate and unit management control systems.
Take an active Lead in negotiating purchases in managed categories
Undertaking market research for procurement decisions.
Training of users on purchasing processes and maintaining regular communication with them.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCES:-
High level of integrity, customer focus, negotiation, planning and problem solving skills.
PO lead times 10 Days
PR lead times three days
Deliver Value Improvements savings 5% of spent managed
Adherence to Procurement Policies and closure of audit queries
Continuous Professional training log
Perform supplier evaluations at least one per quarter
Experience in Category management
Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) processing module
Results oriented and work under pressure with minimum supervision
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Team Player
Adherence to values and principles of Flamingo Horticulture
QUALIFICATION
Minimum 3-5 years of Procurement related experience
Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field.
CIPS Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or its equivalent.
Members of KISM or CIPS
Application Deadline: Application Deadline Feb 10, 2017
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Procurement Officer
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Legal Counsel
Legal Counsel Job Duties
Provide legal advice to FIDA Kenya clients: take their briefs, refer distressed clients for counselling and conduct mediation between parties
Prepare pleadings and legal briefs
Court attendance
Assist in coordination of legal open days, legal aid and other workshops organized by the team
Represent the organization in meetings with stakeholders and strategic partners
Carry out programmatic work – Alternative Dispute Resolution, Self representation training for clients, Informal justice systems, preparation of reports
Link with strategic partners including NGOs, Government departments and relevant bodies
Qualifications for the Legal Counsel Job
Bachelor of Laws degree
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least FIVE (5) years post admission experience
Must possess a valid practicing certificate
Previous experience in Non-Governmental Organization is highly desirable
Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation
Must posses strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Should be able to work under pressure
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Litigation, Gender & Women’s Rights Issues
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Must be willing to travel -
Medical Officer Theatre Technician Clinical Officer Anesthetist
Qualification:
Must be registered with relevant regulatory body in Kenya.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in the respective field.
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Managing Director
The Managing Director will oversee and manage all business operations, people and ventures of a start-up foundation seed company that will service seed companies in Sub Sahara Africa. The Managing Director will be responsible for the overall success of the business. He/she will be responsible to ensure that this start-up is nurtured into a fully independent and financially viable company. The MD will report to the Company Board of Directors. The position will have responsibility for the development and implementation of the company’s strategic plan, building and maintaining an effective management team, engagement with key stakeholders, and assume full accountability to the Board for all company operations. This is a full-time position and the successful candidate will initially be engaged on a five-year basis, with the possibility of renewal. Duties and Responsibilities:The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
Develop and implement the strategic growth and operational plan to achieve overall revenue and volume targets in the different countries as set out by the board of directors.
Provide strategic advice to the board of directors
P&L Management -deliver financial targets (net sales, gross profit, SG&A, EBIT, and free cash flow)
Implement an effective credit management strategy to support sustainable growth of the business.
Lead and be accountable for business planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
Lead a multifunctional team in developing and executing appropriate go-to-market approaches to achieve complementary commercial and social goals.
Attract, develop, manage, lead, and inspire a team to ensure consistent high performance, growth and retention of talent, and succession planning for key leadership and high impact roles.
Build effective relationships, maintain trust and partnerships with key institutions and seed companies in the Sub-Sahara Africa region to ensure collaboration and leveraging of the foundation Seed Company’s mandate and capabilities.
Measure and leverage on data-driven competitive and market information (competition actions, market trends, satisfaction levels, commercial acceptance and regulatory issues).
Build, maintain, and leverage relationships with key external stakeholders including regulators, distribution partners, social partners, and seed industry associations.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
Education
At least a Master’s degree in business management and a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or related discipline Relevant Experience Ten (10) years of progressive, senior level experience in business management/administration gained in a reputable national or international organization Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance measures
Outstanding experience in developing and implementing strategic and operational plans to achieve revenue and volume targets in multiple countries.
Demonstrated experience in providing strategic advice to a Board of Directors.
In-depth knowledge of the seed industry in Sub-Sahara Africa.
Strong private sector experience in P & L Management aimed at delivering financial targets including net sales, gross profit, SG&A, EBIT and free cash-flow.
Experience in measuring and leveraging on data-driven competitive and market information.
Demonstrated Experience in leading a multi-functional team in developing and executing appropriate go-to-market approaches to achieve complementary commercial and social goals.
Demonstrated ability to implement an effective credit management strategy
Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance measures including experience in leading a business planning process, forecasting and budgeting processes.
Demonstrated experience in developing, leading and inspiring a team to ensure consistent high performance, growth and retention of talent as well as succession planning for key leadership and high impact roles.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to maintain trust and partnerships with key institutions and seed companies in Sub Saharan Africa region and ensure collaboration and leveraging of the Foundation Seed Company’s mandate and capabilities.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including regulators, distribution partners, social partners and seed industry associations.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Experience in establishing a start-up company, preferably in agribusiness
Terms of AppointmentThis is a full-time position and the successful candidate will initially be engaged on a five-year basis, with the possibility of renewal. The job offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment.