Ol Pejeta Conservancy Hiring Supply Chain Officer – Nanyuki, Kenya

Role Summary

The incumbent’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the organization’s supply chain runs smoothly
and efficiently to support the conservation activities. This is achieved by ensuring that the organization
has a reliable and efficient supply chain unit that supports its conservation activities, while also
minimizing costs and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

Under the management of and guidance by the Manager, Supply Chain;

1. Procurement: timely order processing, shipment tracking, status updates and ensuring that goods
   and services are delivered on time and within budget.
2. Inventory management: Collaborate with the Senior Stores Officer to ensure the daily operations
   of the supply chain are smoothly run through optimization of the Inventory levels. This includes;
   monitoring inventory levels, tracking usage, and ordering replenishments as necessary.
3. Transport and Logistics: Collaborate with the Shared services coordinator in ensuring that the
   transport and delivery of supplies and equipment to the organization’s field sites and other
   locations are successfully done within the allowable timelines. This includes arranging for
   transportation, managing customs clearance, and ensuring that goods are delivered in a timely
   and cost-effective manner.
4. Vendor management: Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure that the
   organization receives high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. Monitor supplier
   performance and share periodic reports to the Supply Chain Manager and the Head of Shared
   Services.
5. Cost control: Assist in ensuring that the organization’s supply chain activities are conducted in a
   cost-effective manner. This includes monitoring expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities,
   and implementing measures to reduce costs wherever possible.
6. Compliance: Assist the Supply Chain Manager in ensuring that all supply chain activities are
   conducted in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This includes monitoring compliance
   with ethical and environmental standards, as well as ensuring that all suppliers and contractors
   meet the organization’s standards.
7. Reporting: Generate and share periodic reports relating to the Supply Chain activities including;
   Requisitions and Purchasing order status updates, cost analysis, performance metrics and risk
   assessments.
8. Assist the Supply Chain Manager in developing and implementing key performance indicators
   (KPIs) to measure supply chain performance.
9. Identify any emerging issues and assist in the resolution of the supply chain bottlenecks in
   consultation with the supply chain Manager.
10. Any other duties as may arise from time to time.