Procurement Manager Job at National Social Security Fund ( NSSF ) - Career Opportunity in Uganda

Vacancy title:
Procurement Manager

Jobs at:
National Social Security Fund ( NSSF )

Deadline of this Job:
31st May 2017

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Job details:
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is positioning itself to be the Social Security Provider of Choice in Uganda. Our belief at the Fund is that each employee contributes directly to the growth and success of the business and each employee is expected to take pride in being a member of the team. With our shared purpose of being the Social Security Provider of choice, providing exceptional customer service with a workforce that is well motivated and skilled, we are looking to recruit an individual with high integrity, dedication and commitment for the vacant position mentioned below.

JOB TITLE: Procurement Manager- Technical Service
REPORTS TO: HEAD PROCUREMENT & DISPOSAL UNIT

DEPARTMENT: PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL UNIT MAIN PURPOSE: Provide technical support to end users in procurement planning and implementation of planned activities. Shall conduct supplier appraisal, market assessment, spend analysis and produce contract management reports.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

  • Support the end users in developing departmental procurement plan aligned to the strategy of the Fund.
  • Monitor the implementation of the procurement plan, provide guidance to the end users in preparation of specifications, terms of reference and scope of works.
  •  Conduct market research to guide end users in planning and budgeting.
  • Carry out spend analysis and determine the most economical approach to reduce the cost of procurement.
  •  Carry out supplier performance audit and advise the Head of Procurement on the competency and capacity of the service providers.
  •  Update supplier database and categorize them based on their strategic value to the Fund.
  •  Produce consolidated contract management reports on regular basis.
  •  Effectively oversee the implementation of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to protect the interest of the Fund.
  • Develop the capacity of the Procurement Champions allocated to departments and support them during the consolidation of micro procurement reports.
  • Procure complex Supplies, works and services and ensure value for money.
  • Carry out research on global procurement trends, innovations and propose how Procurement function could improve in delivery of services to its internal and external clients.
  • Train end users in contract management and reporting.
  • Analysis of procurement data and presentation.
  •  Supervise Procurement Officers and controls quality of submissions .
  • Track changes in the procurement plan and update it on quarterly basis.
  • Ensure compliance of the procurement laws of Uganda and internal procurement policies.
  • Carry any other duty assigned by the Head of Procurement.

Education Requirements:

  • A University degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Accounting and full possession of professional qualification in Procurement (MCIPS, CISCP, NEVI etc) OR a degree in Procurement, professional qualification in
  • The candidate must have a master's degree in a relevant field with preference in commerce related field

Related Job Experience

  • A minimum of five years of practical experience in procurement function of which three (3) years must have been at senior level.
  • Should be business oriented with high level of integrity and professionalism. .
  • Knowledge of E-procurement system is an added advantage.
  • Should have excellent communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
  •  Innovative and with supervisory skills.
  • Problem solving skills

Key Competences:

  •  Excellent skills in computer particularly Ms. Excel and power point
  • Experience in supplier evaluation and category management
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Supervisory skills

Job application procedure
interested individuals should send copies of application letters, detailed CVs and academic credentials addressed to the Head of Human Resources & Administration, and delivered to the Registry on 13th Floor Workers House by Wednesday, 31st May 2017, for registration and onward transmission.
Please note that canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification of the candidate.

Job Info
Job Category: Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 31st May 2017
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Posted: 16-05-2017
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 16-05-2017
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 16-05-2040
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