Our client is a global company with various subsidiaries and close cultivation partnerships. Their 
business is in controlling cultivation of demanding special crops under all climatic conditions. The company specializes in identifying genetically and qualitatively superior plant material and converting it to commercial cultivation using selection and breeding processes.

Our client is looking for a knowledge-driven individual to accept the role of a Head of Accounts, Purchasing and Logistics.
 

Job Purpose/Summary

This Head of Accounts, Purchasing and Logistics position requires a unique set of skills. This individual must show initiative, motivation of learning and developing as well as taking ownership for the company. The candidate should be able to negotiate with suppliers and service providers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide excellent client service.
• Responsible for negotiating with suppliers and service providers
• This role has a lot of moving pieces, regular imports, regular exports, renewals, monthly payments, supplier management.
• The candidate must be someone who can always clearly and accurately know everything that is going on in their departments.
• Liaise with suppliers to build relationships, ensure the best pricing, and source alternative suppliers as required.
• Maintain accurate dates on all orders
• Ensure high quality of goods purchased and received
• Supplier Assessment and Evaluation completed accurately and on time.
• Item master records are completed and maintained to the appropriate levels.
• Inventory counts and amendments are processed accurately and efficiently.

Skill Profile

• An eye for detail and the ability to maintain a very high level of accuracy.
• Integrity and accountability.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, reliable, and responsive to clients, staff, and senior management.
• Effective communication, regular and proactive feedback.
• High level of computer literacy (Microsoft office).
• Make use of contacts from previous experience.
• Effective planning and time management.
• Analytical skills, think critically, solve issues, and think outside the box
• Leadership skills, potential to manage a team in the future.
• Teamwork
• Flexibility, role may need candidate to travel and work during irregular hours.
• Must fit with the General Manager and keep his back free

Minimum Requirement.

• Kenyan qualification for accounting and or business management (CPA or ACA).
• Minimum of 5 years industry experience in accounts and either purchasing or logistics would be favourable.
• Education (degree, diploma) in supply chain, logistics, operations management, financial/business management or similar.

Send your application through before the closing of business 6th March 2022.