Deputy Director Supply Chain Management

About the role

The Laikipia County Government is recruiting a Deputy Director Supply Chain Management, a full-time on-site management position responsible for overseeing procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with procurement laws and contract management. The deadline for applications is 26 November 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of procurement and asset disposal policies, guidelines and procedures
• Coordinate the development and review of county-specific draft policies on asset management in line with regulations
• Coordinate supplier prequalification, tender reviews, bid prequalification and evaluation
• Coordinate implementation of the e-procurement system
• Coordinate research, market surveys and benchmarking on best practices
• Analyse reports on procurement, inventory management and asset disposal, and monitor, evaluate and report on them
• Monitor, evaluate and report on the implementation of the Preference and Reservation Scheme
• Establish security and safety procedures for stores and warehouses
• Advise on external loan agreements and debts before negotiations, provide secretariat services to tender opening and evaluation committees, and coach and mentor staff

Required profile

• At least 9 years of relevant experience, including 3 at supervisory or managerial level
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Purchasing and Supplies, Procurement and Contract Management, Transport and Logistics, or Commerce (Purchasing and Supplies option)
• Or a degree in Commerce, Marketing, Economics, Business Management or Law with a diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management or Procurement and Logistics
• Membership of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme (at least 6 weeks) and certificate in computer application skills
• Demonstrated professional competence in managing the Supply Chain Management function; a Master's degree is an added advantage