Job summary

We are seeking a strategic and highly organized Procurement & Logistics Manager to lead our supply chain operations. In the fast-paced Advertising and Media sector, timing is everything. Successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing high-quality materials (from print media to digital hardware)

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing: Identify and vet reliable suppliers for media equipment, production materials, and specialized services.

Cost Optimization: Lead high-level negotiations to ensure the company receives maximum value without compromising on quality or deadlines.

Logistics & Distribution: Coordinate the movement of campaign materials across various regions, ensuring 100% on-time delivery for client launches.

Vendor Management: Maintain a robust database of preferred vendors and conduct regular performance audits.

Contract Management: Oversee the legal and financial aspects of procurement contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.

Inventory Control: Implement systems to track assets and consumables, reducing waste and preventing stock-outs.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration. A professional certification (CIPS or KISM) is highly desirable.

Experience: * 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement and logistics.

Industry Preference: Previous experience in Advertising, Media, or a fast-paced Service Industry is a significant advantage.

Leadership: Proven track record of managing a team and handling budgets exceeding KES 10M monthly.

Location: Must be familiar with the Nairobi business landscape, particularly the Westlands/Parklands logistics corridor.

Core Competencies

Agility: Ability to thrive in an industry where "urgent" is the standard.

Negotiation: A "tough but fair" approach to vendor relations to protect company margins.

Analytical Thinking: Proficiency in ERP software and data-driven decision-making.

Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards in procurement processes.

• Identify and vet reliable suppliers for media equipment, production materials, and specialized services.
• Lead high-level negotiations to ensure the company receives maximum value without compromising on quality or deadlines.
• Coordinate the movement of campaign materials across various regions, ensuring 100% on-time delivery for client launches.
• Maintain a robust database of preferred vendors and conduct regular performance audits.
• Oversee the legal and financial aspects of procurement contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Implement systems to track assets and consumables, reducing waste and preventing stock-outs.

• Agility
• Negotiation
• Analytical Thinking
• Integrity
• ERP software proficiency

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration.
• Professional certification (CIPS or KISM) is highly desirable.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement and logistics.
• Previous experience in Advertising, Media, or a fast-paced Service Industry is a significant advantage.
• Proven track record of managing a team and handling budgets exceeding KES 10M monthly.
• Familiarity with the Nairobi business landscape, particularly the Westlands/Parklands logistics corridor.