Purchasing & Supplies Manager at Kwame Nkrumah University

The Council of the Kwame Nkrumah University (KNU) a public university wishes to recruit suitably qualified personnel in the following position;

NON ACADEMIC POSITIONS

PURCHASING & SUPPLIES MANAGER

JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for planning, organizing and supervising the procurement functions for the University in compliance with local and international procurement regulations.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• To participate in preparing and controlling annual procurement plan.
• To direct the implementation of procurement in linc with the policies and procedures,
• To oversee the review of purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) and University policy.
• To review approved purchase orders to ensure accuracy and compliance to regulations.
• To oversee the process of evaluating the suppliers in order to determine product availability and terms of sale.
• To manage and organize the procurement Unit to ensure that there is efficiency, cost effectiveness and that all purchases represent value for money.
• To prepare and submit situational, quarterly and annual reports on procurement and supply issues for information and management decision.
• To prepare quarterly and annual operational performance reports.

QUALIFICATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Must have a full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate with at least 5 Credits that must include English Language.
• Must have a Professional Diploma (CIPS) or Degree in Procurement and Supply. A Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Must have a minimum of four (3) years practical experience in a similar or related position and should be a member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS).
• Must have a successful and verifiable track record in establishing procurement management systems.
• Must be computer literate
• Not less than 35 years of age.
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Integrity, honesty, ethical values, professional conduct and soberness of character are mandatory requirements.

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