Assistant Director- Supply Chain Management

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Overseeing the development, implementation and review of the Commission’s supply chain management policies manual, plans, regulations and procedures; Advising on all policy matters on supply chain management; Facilitating compliance with established and internationally recognized supply chain management procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines in all procurement transactions; Monitoring and evaluation of usage of procured goods and services; Introducing modern inventory management techniques and benchmarks; Evaluating the performance of suppliers and contractors; Facilitating payment of suppliers of goods and services; Coordinating procurement market research; Facilitating disposal of unserviceable stores; and Coordinating implementation of e-procurement strategies; COMPETENCIES For appointment to this position, a candidate must have; Served in the grade of Chief Supply Chain Management Officer or its equivalent for a minimum period of four (4) years; Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management and Logistics, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement, Commerce (Supplies Management Option), Business Administration (Supplies Management option), Marketing or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; Certificate in Leadership/Corporate Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; Valid membership to a relevant professional body; Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results. go to method of application »