Employer: A Private Label Tea Packaging Company

Salary: Kshs. 200,000 - 300,000 Plus Company Benefits

Requirements:

• Diploma/Bachelors Degree In Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Purchasing & Supplies Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Or A Related Field.
  
• Professional Certification Such As Cips, Kism, Cpsp(K), Or Equivalent Will Be An Added Advantage.
  
• Strong Negotiation, Supplier Management, Contract Management, And Cost Optimization Skills.
  
• Good Understanding Of Import/Export Procedures, International Trade Terms (Incoterms), And Supply Chain Management.

Experience:

• Minimum Of 3 To 4 Years Experience As A Procurement Manager Or Senior Procurement Officer Within A Manufacturing, Fmcg, Packaging, Food Processing, Tea, Coffee, Or Related Production Environment.
  
• Proven Experience In Both Local And International Sourcing And Procurement Of Packaging Materials.

Duties: -

• Source And Procure Packaging Materials From Both Local And International Markets.
  
• Develop And Manage Strategic Supplier Relationships To Ensure Quality, Competitive Pricing, Reliability, And Timely Delivery.
  
• Lead Supplier Evaluation, Selection, Contract Negotiation, And Performance Management.
  
• Monitor Market Trends, Pricing Movements, And Supply Risks To Optimize Procurement Costs And Supply Continuity.
  
• Collaborate With Production, Quality Assurance, Planning, And Finance Teams To Align Procurement Activities With Business Objectives.
  
• Ensure Compliance With Company Procurement Policies, Quality Standards, And Regulatory Requirements.
  
• Manage Inventory Levels Of Packaging Materials To Prevent Stock-Outs And Minimize Excess Stock.
  
• Prepare Procurement Reports, Budgets, Forecasts, And Cost-Saving Initiatives.
  
• Coordinate Import Logistics, Customs Clearance Processes, And International Supplier Communications Where Applicable.