Procurement · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent GroupProcurement/Supply Chain Manager
Employer not disclosed by agency

About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to work full-time in Limuru, Kenya. This role suits someone with extensive experience in supply chain management, particularly in food manufacturing or FMCG sectors. The position involves overseeing the entire supply chain process from procurement to customer delivery, combining strategic planning with operational tasks.
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What you will do
- Build and maintain a rolling demand plan using sales forecasts, orders, and seasonal trends.
- Propose and manage the master production schedule, balancing service levels and capacity.
- Lead the weekly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) cycle to translate demand into material requirements.
- Maintain stock targets for finished goods and work-in-progress aligned to shelf life and service levels.
- Ensure master data integrity across Bills of Materials, item codes, supplier records, and price lists.
- Manage MRP parameters and eliminate data errors to support planning and costing.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with production and sales forecasts.
- Manage supplier relationships, including audits and performance reviews, ensuring compliance with FSSC 22000 and KEBS.
- Oversee inbound import logistics from supplier coordination to customs clearance and cost optimisation.
- Coordinate contingency sourcing to support business continuity for critical materials.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or related field.
- Current KISM registration (MKISM) is required.
- Professional qualification at CIPS Level 6 / MCIPS is strongly preferred or actively pursuing it.
- At least 8 years of progressive supply chain experience with a minimum of 4 years in senior or leadership roles.
- Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or dairy processing environments.
- Proven skills in demand planning, cost savings, supplier performance, supply risk management, and ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or eProd.
- Good knowledge of FSSC 22000, KEBS standards, and Kenyan food safety regulations.
- Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and analytical planning abilities.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and ethical standards.
- Ability to adapt and be resilient in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Benefits
The role offers a gross salary between Kes 250,000 and Kes 300,000 per month.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.