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Head of Supply Chain
2026-06-18T08:36:11+00:00
Smart Brands
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Manufacturing
Management, Business Operations, Transportation & Logistics
KES
MONTH
2026-06-20T17:00:00+00:00
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WE ARE HIRING!

HEAD OF SUPPLY CHAIN

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented professional to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations and drive excellence across procurement, imports, warehousing, inventory management, distribution, and logistics.

JOB LOCATION

Nairobi

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time

WORK SETUP

Onsite

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and manage the end-to-end flow of goods from suppliers to customers.
  • Import planning and coordination with overseas suppliers.
  • Drive inventory management and stock optimization.
  • Oversee warehouse operations, controls, and compliance.
  • Manage transport, distribution, and logistics operations.
  • Lead demand forecasting and replenishment planning.
  • Implement cost-control measures and supply chain efficiency initiatives.
  • Manage ERP/Sage inventory systems, reporting, and performance monitoring.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in any of the following:
    • Supply Chain Management
    • Procurement & Logistics
    • Business Administration
    • Operations Management
    • Commerce
  • PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (HIGHLY PREFERRED)
  • CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) Level 4-6
  • KISM (Kenya Institute of Supplies Management) Certification
  • APICS/ASCM Supply Chain Certifications (advantage)
  • Project Management Certification (advantage)

EXPERIENCE

  • 5-8 years' experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Warehouse Management.
  • At least 3 years in a leadership position.
  • Proven experience managing imports from overseas suppliers.
  • Experience dealing with:
    • Freight forwarders
    • Shipping lines
    • Customs clearing agents
    • Inventory planning & Optimization
    • Warehouse operations
  • Strong ERP experience (Sage or other ERP systems).

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting
  • Import Regulations
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Negotiation & Supplier Management
  • Leadership & People Management
  • Process Improvement & Cost Reduction
  • Lead and manage the end-to-end flow of goods from suppliers to customers.
  • Import planning and coordination with overseas suppliers.
  • Drive inventory management and stock optimization.
  • Oversee warehouse operations, controls, and compliance.
  • Manage transport, distribution, and logistics operations.
  • Lead demand forecasting and replenishment planning.
  • Implement cost-control measures and supply chain efficiency initiatives.
  • Manage ERP/Sage inventory systems, reporting, and performance monitoring.
  • Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting
  • Import Regulations
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Negotiation & Supplier Management
  • Leadership & People Management
  • Process Improvement & Cost Reduction
  • Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement & Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or Commerce.
  • CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) Level 4-6 (Highly Preferred)
  • KISM (Kenya Institute of Supplies Management) Certification
  • APICS/ASCM Supply Chain Certifications (advantage)
  • Project Management Certification (advantage)
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Head of Supply Chain

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Manufacturing, Category: Management, Business Operations, Transportation & Logistics]

Jobs at:
Smart Brands

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, June 20 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, June 18 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

WE ARE HIRING!

HEAD OF SUPPLY CHAIN

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented professional to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations and drive excellence across procurement, imports, warehousing, inventory management, distribution, and logistics.

JOB LOCATION

Nairobi

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time

WORK SETUP

Onsite

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and manage the end-to-end flow of goods from suppliers to customers.
  • Import planning and coordination with overseas suppliers.
  • Drive inventory management and stock optimization.
  • Oversee warehouse operations, controls, and compliance.
  • Manage transport, distribution, and logistics operations.
  • Lead demand forecasting and replenishment planning.
  • Implement cost-control measures and supply chain efficiency initiatives.
  • Manage ERP/Sage inventory systems, reporting, and performance monitoring.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in any of the following:
    • Supply Chain Management
    • Procurement & Logistics
    • Business Administration
    • Operations Management
    • Commerce
  • PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (HIGHLY PREFERRED)
  • CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) Level 4-6
  • KISM (Kenya Institute of Supplies Management) Certification
  • APICS/ASCM Supply Chain Certifications (advantage)
  • Project Management Certification (advantage)

EXPERIENCE

  • 5-8 years' experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Warehouse Management.
  • At least 3 years in a leadership position.
  • Proven experience managing imports from overseas suppliers.
  • Experience dealing with:
    • Freight forwarders
    • Shipping lines
    • Customs clearing agents
    • Inventory planning & Optimization
    • Warehouse operations
  • Strong ERP experience (Sage or other ERP systems).

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting
  • Import Regulations
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Negotiation & Supplier Management
  • Leadership & People Management
  • Process Improvement & Cost Reduction

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Saturday, June 20 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 18-06-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 18-06-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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