The Ugandan Jobline

• Plan and co-ordinate the movement of supplies to ensure service
  delivery and cost savings.
• Ensure procurement transactions are carried out in accordance with
  MSI, MSUG and donor financial guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Ensure value for money based on the application of best practices.
  Oversee the maintenance of a database of suppliers including prices,
  offerings and the quality of their previous service with MSUG according to
  the established key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Clear and inspirational leadership to create a mutually supportive,
  motivated and trusted team developing individual and collective strengths
  while understanding the limits of their respective authority areas
• Day to day management and supervision for excellent planning and
  accountability across internal and external teams.
• Clear plans communicated internally and externally to all MSUG teams
• Individual performance management to nurture skills and address
  weakness
• Budget oversight and management of annual procurement plan

• Development and delivery of strategy, procedures and systems that
  result in risk management, efficiencies and value for money
• Annual business plan in relation to strategy
• Communication and roll out of agreed processes including training
  and development as necessary
• Oversight of excellent and fraud-free procurement activities
  Monitoring and reporting on progress to Director of Corporate Services
• Manage the preferred supplier procurement process.
• Manage communications and relationships with stakeholders
• Proactively forge relationships with other MSUG country programmes,
  Regional Offices and other agencies to establish and realize the benefits
  of a more strategic approach.
• Establish relationships, communicate and build capacity of other
  units within the MSUG on the procurement function role. Represent the MSUG
  in dealing with suppliers and service providers; foster and preserve an
  image of integrity and courtesy. Secretary to the Procurement Committee
  providing policy and technical advice on all aspects of the supply chain.
• Promote integration of procurement activities across MSUG

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Procurement,
  Logistics, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management is
  essential. Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in
  Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, or related field is
  preferred.
• CIPS certification highly desirable
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in the delivery
  and management of procurement and supply chain services.
• At least five years of 
  experience, working at a senior level in a similar role in a
  reputable organisation or in supply chain Experience and thorough
  knowledge of management gained from working with similar organizations
• Proven leadership and management skills that motivate performing
  teams and encourage innovation and creativity Ability to perform under
  pressure, handle heavy workloads and meeting stringent reporting deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for negotiation and conflict
  resolution
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills and ability to
  communicate effectively at all levels.
• Knowledge of logistics and assets management is an added advantage.
• Proficient in the use of computer applications and systems.
• Fluency in both verbal and written English is essential.

Related Jobs