About US:
M-KOPA Solar is the global leader of “pay-as-you-go” energy for off-grid customers. Since its commercial launch in October 2012, M-KOPA has connected more than 200,000 homes in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to solar power, and is now adding over 500 new homes each day. The success of M-KOPA (M= mobile, KOPA= to borrow) stems from making solar products affordable to low-income households on a pay-per-use installment plan. Customers acquire solar systems for a small deposit and then purchase daily usage “credits” for US $0.45, or less than the price of traditional kerosene lighting. After one year of payments customers own their solar systems outright and can upgrade to more power.
Job Summary: The Senior Procurement Officer will provide a proficient compliant procurement process which realizes value for money, stakeholder satisfaction and deliver outcomes and objectives as agreed within the Service Plan.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Evaluate and develop improvements in vendor sourcing strategies and guidelines including influencing the design, reform and implementation
Champion timely delivery of quality equipment and stationary products at the lowest possible cost in line with applicable procurement guidelines
Actively participate in the selection of suppliers based on due diligence criteria and carry out periodic review of supplier services taking into account the economy and efficiency of procurement
Oversee cycle counts of materials procured and stored at the warehouse and verification of quantification of orders delivered to confirm right quantity and quality of supplies.
Carry out supervision of procurement team and ensure that procurement management systems/Projects are functioning appropriately.
Offer technical support to management and procurement committee in monitoring the implementation of agreed procurement action plans
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the M-KOPA Senior Procurement Officer job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s degree (or its university equivalent) in a relevant discipline, e.g. Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain, Management, Commerce or a related business course.
At least three to four years of relevant professional experience in the formulation and implementation of procurement-specific projects in a Social Enterprise
Applicable knowledge and understanding of acceptable procurement standards, regulations and guidelines
Strong leadership and coaching skills
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, along with personal tenacity and the ability to drive things through to conclusion in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Demonstrate high level of integrity, work ethics, and a proactive and positive attitude.
Good team player with high levels of flexibility.
Good problem solving and analytical skills.
Should be self-motivated & able to demonstrate a drive for results with a professional approach.
Proven report-writing skills, Good customer care and presentation skills.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications and up-to-date CVs to: careersug@m-kopa.com addressed to with the subject “Senior Procurement Officer ” addressed to:
The Human Resource & Administration Manager,
M-KOPA Uganda Limited,
Lubowa Estate, Plot 1300 -1301 Kampala. Uganda
Deadline: 27th January, 2017