Supply Chain Manager – Animal Feed, Nairobi

About the role

An international animal feed company, recruited through Summit Recruitment & Search, is looking for a hands-on Supply Chain Manager in Nairobi. The successful candidate will lead and optimise the end-to-end supply chain in Kenya, covering strategic sourcing, procurement of raw and non-raw materials, imports and exports, coordination operations, spot market buying and supply chain strategy. The role ensures supply continuity, cost efficiency, compliance, supplier performance and alignment with production and commercial needs.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategy, policies and performance frameworks to drive efficiency, cost optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Lead sourcing of raw materials, ensuring quality, supply continuity, competitive pricing and effective risk management.
• Manage procurement of packaging, services, spares and CAPEX, including tendering, contracting and supplier performance.
• Oversee international logistics, customs and trade compliance while optimising costs and export operations.
• Manage outbound logistics, setting KPIs and ensuring cost-effective, reliable delivery through logistics partners.
• Own supply chain budgets, driving cost control, savings and working capital optimisation.
• Maintain supplier relationships while managing risk, compliance and quality assurance processes.
• Lead and develop the team, fostering cross-functional collaboration and a culture of accountability and performance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or a related field; MBA preferred, with mandatory membership in CIPS, KISM or equivalent.
• 10+ years of managerial experience in supply chain or procurement within FMCG, agriculture, manufacturing or related sectors.
• Proven ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies, including sourcing, logistics and operational optimisation.
• Demonstrated budget ownership with strong cost control and value optimisation capabilities.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with high integrity, adaptability and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Required skills

• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Dynamics 365 or similar platforms.
• Experience managing supplier performance, contracts and supply chain risks.
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing, international procurement and import/export compliance.