Our Client is the worlds largest vertically integrated modern cookstove company providing worldclass R&D manufacturing and carbon offset projects from our HQ in Kenya and across 10 countries in Africa.
They are working to create a world where cooking positively impacts all life on Earth by producing the world s most efficient biomass liquid fuel and electric cookstoves. Since 2013 They have sold over 5 million stoves in Africa. These stoves have helped 27m million beneficiaries save over $1 Billion in fuel expenditures and 20.8 million tons of wood while reducing indoor air pollution by 65%.
They are seeking an experienced detailoriented exceptionally organized person to take on the role of Procurement and Logistics Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Inbound Logistics organizing exports with foreign suppliers and liaising with freight forwarders and regulatory agencies.
- Monitor all inbound cargo until received in the factory.
- Vendor relations (including contract manufacturers)
- Supply & Demand Forecasting work with the management team to determine ordering needs lead times etc.
- Outbound Logistics work with freight forwarders and pertinent government regulatory agencies for correct documentation and processes that are adhered to for any exports from our company.
- Coordinate strategic sourcing planning and logistics activities for the business.
- Maintain material resources planning and logistics activities for the business.
- Facilitate activities with departments in the clarification and development of clear and concise specifications for materials products equipment and services.
- Work with the R&D team to help guide new product development
- Assist in ERP implementation and training
- Work with warehouse manager on raw material control and material calloffs for replenishment
- Work with the Quality Manager to ensure the quality of our raw materials meets set standards whether being procured in the country or other countries
- Drive continuous improvements in the supply chain.
- Work with the central procurement team for any international procurement and feedback on quality or any raw material and equipment issues affecting production processes.
- Lead team in negotiations with vendors/carriers to gain the required service levels at a price point that enhances organizational profitability.
- Onboard local suppliers using the set criteria.
- Lead supply chain team in identifying risk mitigation requirements.
- Lead company exemption and tax reliefs for import of materials equipment and spares
- Facilitate organizational activities to mitigate risk
- Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Requirements
Requirements:
- Degree in Supply Chain Procurement and Logistics or related field
- Previous experience in the supply chain procurement or similar
- Previous working experience in supply chain related roles for 10 years(Preferably experience in electrical consumables).
- Good understanding of country laws on tax and duties and HS codes.
- Handson experience with supply chain management software such as preferably Microsoft Navision SAP Syspro etc
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company s success
- Detail oriented
- Problem solver and Risk averse
- Excellent communication skills
- Comfortable with Excel
- Critical thinker with problemsolving skills
- Team player
- Good timemanagement skills
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
$2000 $3000HMO