Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Chogoria hospital was started by the Scottish missionaries back in 1922 with the help of Mr and Mrs. Irvine being in charge. Chogoria hospital is on a side-road which branches off Embu - Meru highway about 2km from the highway. Chogoria hospital was built in a serene environment around 200km north of Nairobi city. It is situated within the fast growing Chogoria township in Mwimbi division, Maara district in Tharaka - Nithi county.

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all activities related to procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution of medical and non-medical supplies. This role ensures that all supply chain processes are efficient, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with the hospitals mission of delivering quality, affordable healthcare and training services guided by Christian values.

Responsibilities or duties

• Oversee procurement processes including sourcing, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of quality goods and services.
• Maintain optimal stock levels through effective inventory control, proper storage, stock rotation, and accurate record-keeping to minimize wastage and stock-outs.
• Coordinate efficient distribution of medical supplies and equipment across hospital units and satellite facilities, ensuring timely delivery and accountability.
• Support budget preparation and monitor procurement costs, ensuring prudent resource utilization and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to policies, statutory requirements, and healthcare standards, and prepare accurate reports to support management decisions and audits.
• Provide leadership to supply chain staff, promote teamwork, and collaborate with departments to support effective service delivery.
• Uphold the hospitals mission, vision, and Christian values by promoting ethical practices and service excellence in all operations.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
• Masters degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, KISM)
• Membership in a professional body (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, KISM) and in good standing
• A valid practicing license
• Strong knowledge of healthcare procurement regulations and donor compliance.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.
• Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the hospital.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings.

Experience needed

Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience, with at least three (3) years in a managerial capacity, preferably in the healthcare sector

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Personal Attributes

• Integrity and ethical conduct
• Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the hospital
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings.

• Oversee procurement processes including sourcing, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of quality goods and services.
• Maintain optimal stock levels through effective inventory control, proper storage, stock rotation, and accurate record-keeping to minimize wastage and stock-outs.
• Coordinate efficient distribution of medical supplies and equipment across hospital units and satellite facilities, ensuring timely delivery and accountability.
• Support budget preparation and monitor procurement costs, ensuring prudent resource utilization and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to policies, statutory requirements, and healthcare standards, and prepare accurate reports to support management decisions and audits.
• Provide leadership to supply chain staff, promote teamwork, and collaborate with departments to support effective service delivery.
• Uphold the hospitals mission, vision, and Christian values by promoting ethical practices and service excellence in all operations.

• Strong knowledge of healthcare procurement regulations and donor compliance.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.
• Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the hospital.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
• Masters degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, KISM)
• Membership in a professional body (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, KISM) and in good standing
• A valid practicing license