We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Procurement Department within Finance Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Category Sourcing Manager
Ref: CM-FIN- MAY -2011

Reporting to Senior Manager-Purchasing, the job holder will effectively manage the purchasing cycle, ensuring that procurement policies and procedures are complied with, negotiating and managing supplier contracts and end-to-end tendering process as well as ensuring that in all circumstances Safaricom secures the best service/product for the best economical price within the Outsourced services.

Key Responsibilities

Define, implement and manage the entire category sourcing strategy and align it to the overall Business Strategy;Develop and maintain category sourcing framework that defines specific items parameters;Identify and analyze initiatives for projected savings (jointly with user departments and suppliers);Provide business strategy support & Value Delivery through fulfillment of immediate business Strategic requirements;Enhance internal customer self service and building internal customer relationships;Manage contracted vendors relationships development through structured a framework;Drive compliance and Risk Management through ISO Audits, process/procedure reengineering, analysis/ reviews and adherence to regulatory requirements;Conduct Business Continuity Management for strategic supplies through self assessment and audits;Negotiate and close sourcing agreements /contracts with suppliers;Maintain supply market awareness, intelligence and related trends in order to assess present and future category items availability;Development, maintenance ,verification and updating of information in master database;Optimization of Procurement to Pay process through development and implementation of business improvement;Develop and fully implement supplier catalogues/pricelists /source lists within the ERP system.Degree in Technology, Engineering, Business or similar qualification;Post Graduate Diploma Qualification in Supply Chain Management (CIPS);At least 8 years experience in procurement with (two year of which should be in category sourcing management;Excellent understanding of category sourcing strategies, prequalification and vetting of suppliers, development of tender documentation and tendering processes, procurement performance management tools ,skills in management of suppliers performance, international sourcing/ commercial relationships and supply contract management;Very Good communication and interpersonal skills;Team player with excellent influencing skills;High level of Initiative and self-drive;Problem solving and decision-making skills;Very strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain relationship with all stake holders.If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Tuesday 7th June 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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Job Description – CCSD (Category Channel Sales Development) Manager – East Africa)
Reporting to: Regional CCSD Manager

Key responsibilities:
· Drive Integrated Commercial Planning process and ensure alignment between Marketing &
· Sales;
· Define Channel Portfolio Strategy;
· Develop Channel Category Plan;
· Identify shopper research requirements;
· Manage aggregated activity planning;
· Actively participate in Consensus Demand Planning process;
· Formulate opportunities into strategies and build tactics for each defined strategy;
· Actively work with functional experts to determine POP tactics;
· Provide channel and shopper specific input into I & R process;
· Support sales team by providing fact based selling stories and associated material;
· Monitor and evaluate channel performance;
· Develop trade terms and conditions structure;
· Develop and communicate merchandising guidelines.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies;
* University Degree in a Marketing or Sales field from a recognized university;
* 7-10 years commercial experience ideally including Marketing and Sales experience, preferably with an FMCG background;
* Strong commercial understanding with good knowledge in channel and shopper management;
* Excellent analytical & strategic thinking abilities;
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to articulate and convey concepts;
* Excellent facilitation and presentation skills;
* A proven team player with creative problem solving skills;

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Job Title: Category Demand & Supply Planner

Direct Report to: Head of Demand & Supply Planning

Main Purpose of the Job

To provide an integrated set of demand and supply planning processes which will satisfy the customer service requirements derived from final demand plans, while optimising the total logistics cost and resources of the company for import/export and domestic in the assigned product categories. To assist Business unit for all Supply Chain related areas

Main Responsibilities

Ensure high quality demand and supply projection and reliability for short (4 weeks), medium (1-4 months) and long terms (5-18 months).Actively participate in Sales and Marketing Meeting on past month performance and future demand and supply situation outlookEnsure effectiveness of Monthly Forecast Review Meeting (MFR) with Marketing & Sales to agree upon the consensus demand planEnsure effectiveness of monthly Production Review Meeting (MPR) with manufacturing, Purchasing and Marketing to review the future production plan and concerned issuesReview Demand & Supply planning KPLs, take corrective actions for improvementEnsure a high level of production achievement and optimum stock cover within company objectives; minimise stock shortage and write-offEnsure timely reporting for Zone SCM and key meetings (ROR, MOR, MFR, MPR, etc)Conduct MGR and analyse gaps between Operational Plan (OPL) and Demand Plan at business unit level. Raise the gaps of major product category to the top management for further corrective actionsWork with Marketing & Sales and Management Accounting to prepare Operational Plan (OPL) at product category and SKU levelsMonitor Master Production Schedule (MPS) performance and import arrival plan to ensure product availability for domestic sales and export markets while keeping stock at optimum or agreed level. Provide support and consultation on supply management related to Middle East Market and otherUpdate Marketing & Sales, receiving country and Customer Service on supply situation and suggest availability of supply land identify bottlenecks for Marketing & Sales awareness.Co-ordinate with Zone SCM in order to analyse the supply outlook and provide information or suggestion for Zone AOA operational decisionsEnsure finished goods stock at correct dispatch locationEnsure strict implementation of Best Practices related to Demand and Supply Planning/IMPSEnsure effectiveness of monthly MOR (Monthly Operation Review) and highlight exceptions to take strategic decisionMaster’s degree in related field in demand and supply management, other SC functions (IMS, CS & D) or marketing and sales, Engineering, Advanced English level.Statistics, planning software, project management, Demand and Supply best practices, IMS best practices, strong analytical skills, persuasive, strong communication and presentation skills, strategic and forward thinking, conflict management, leadership skills, facilitation skills, decision-making skills, stress management, problem-solving skills, interactive management, coaching skills, proactive, sales and marketing knowledge, SAP, APO, BW and R3, manufacturing and import/export knowledge, supply chain KPI and tools knowledgeTo apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Title: Category Demand & Supply Planner

Direct Report to: Head of Demand & Supply Planning

Main Purpose of the Job
To provide an integrated set of demand and supply planning processes which will satisfy the customer service requirements derived from final demand plans, while optimising the total logistics cost and resources of the company for import/export and domestic in the assigned product categories. To assist Business unit for all Supply Chain related areas

Main Responsibilities
* Ensure high quality demand and supply projection and reliability for short (4 weeks), medium (1-4 months) and long terms (5-18 months).
* Actively participate in Sales and Marketing Meeting on past month performance and future demand and supply situation outlook
* Ensure effectiveness of Monthly Forecast Review Meeting (MFR) with Marketing & Sales to agree upon the consensus demand plan
* Ensure effectiveness of monthly Production Review Meeting (MPR) with manufacturing, Purchasing and Marketing to review the future production plan and concerned issues
* Review Demand & Supply planning KPLs, take corrective actions for improvement
* Ensure a high level of production achievement and optimum stock cover within company objectives; minimise stock shortage and write-off
* Ensure timely reporting for Zone SCM and key meetings (ROR, MOR, MFR, MPR, etc)
* Conduct MGR and analyse gaps between Operational Plan (OPL) and Demand Plan at business unit level. Raise the gaps of major product category to the top management for further corrective actions
* Work with Marketing & Sales and Management Accounting to prepare Operational Plan (OPL) at product category and SKU levels
* Monitor Master Production Schedule (MPS) performance and import arrival plan to ensure product availability for domestic sales and export markets while keeping stock at optimum or agreed level. Provide support and consultation on supply management related to Middle East Market and other
* Update Marketing & Sales, receiving country and Customer Service on supply situation and suggest availability of supply land identify bottlenecks for Marketing & Sales awareness.
* Co-ordinate with Zone SCM in order to analyse the supply outlook and provide information or suggestion for Zone AOA operational decisions
* Ensure finished goods stock at correct dispatch location
* Ensure strict implementation of Best Practices related to Demand and Supply Planning/IMPS
* Ensure effectiveness of monthly MOR (Monthly Operation Review) and highlight exceptions to take strategic decision

Background Experience
* Master’s degree in related field in demand and supply management, other SC functions (IMS, CS & D) or marketing and sales, Engineering, Advanced English level.

Key Skills & Knowledge
* Statistics, planning software, project management, Demand and Supply best practices, IMS best practices, strong analytical skills, persuasive, strong communication and presentation skills, strategic and forward thinking, conflict management, leadership skills, facilitation skills, decision-making skills, stress management, problem-solving skills, interactive management, coaching skills, proactive, sales and marketing knowledge, SAP, APO, BW and R3, manufacturing and import/export knowledge, supply chain KPI and tools knowledge

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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