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About this job
TAHA, an apex private sector member-based organization mandated to develop and promotehorticultural value chain (flowers, fruits, vegetables, spices, herbs and horticultural seeds) in Tanzania,is seeking for a motivated and highly experienced individual to fill the position of Procurement Lead.TAHA’s goal is to improve the growth and competitiveness of the horticultural industry in thecountry for social and economic gains.
Position: Procurement Lead
Report to: Executive Associate to the CEO
Duty Station: Arusha
The Procurement Lead is a strategic position, and shall manage all of TAHA’s Procurement activitiesto keep TAHA operations running smoothly, while ensuring TAHA gets value for money, consideringtime factor.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To manage the TAHA procurement process by implementing all policies and proceduresrelated to procurement activities, ensuring that TAHA procurement guidelines are followedin all transactions
Identify, design, govern and analyse supply chain policies, processes, standards, methods,systems, controls, and implement changes towards best practices to improve procurementpolicies and procedures
Negotiate competitive prices and contract terms that reflect value for money.
Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, productranges, etc; and maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
Research, evaluate, create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports. Estimate and establish cost parameters, pricingand budgets for purchases.
Work with team members and supervisors to develop a comprehensive annual procurementplan.
Conduct thorough examination and review of products and supplies to ensure that theproducts and supplies are of high quality and demonstrate value for money.
Collaborate with Finance Department on contracts, invoicing, timely payments, honoringcredit terms.
Determine re-order and economic order quantity and timing of deliveries.
Produce regular reports, insightful business analytics for decision making and improvingTAHA’s procurement processes.
Coordinate the procurement committee meetings as the committee secretary.
The Complexity of Role:
Will require a high level of professionalism and trustworthiness, a strong focus on analyticalskills, strategic relationships, with less focus on feelings and instincts.
Ability to create the right environment for success against a backdrop of diverse and oftenconflicting needs and timelines.
Ability to manage tasks crossing multiple projects or functions.
Qualifications and skills
Degree
Level
Masters or Bachelor degree in procurement, supply chain and logistics management orany other related field. Must be a Certified Procurement and Supply Professional(CPSP).
Experience At least 5 years of experience required
Key Skills
Strong communication, negotiation, planning & coordination, management, andleadership skills; goal-oriented, flexible, and creative under pressure; strong budgeting,and computer skills, ability to make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
Remuneration
The successful candidate will be remunerated according the TAHA salary scale, and in alignment withthe candidate’s qualifications and professional experience.
Other employment benefits will beprovided as per organization policy.
Application Procedure
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should send their applications enclosing detailed;
Application letter
current Curriculum vitae
Copies of qualification certificates
All applications should be sent through the following email: recruitment@taha.or.tz
The cover letter to be addressed to;
Human Resources and Administration ManagerTAHAP.O.BOX 16520ARUSHA, TANZANIA
Please note: TAHA is an equal opportunity employer that welcome all qualified candidates to applyfor the open positions.
TAHA is committed to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where allemployees feel valued and respected.
Deadline for receiving application is Monday, 10th July 2023
Position: Procurement Lead
Report to: Executive Associate to the CEO
Duty Station: Arusha
The Procurement Lead is a strategic position, and shall manage all of TAHA’s Procurement activitiesto keep TAHA operations running smoothly, while ensuring TAHA gets value for money, consideringtime factor.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To manage the TAHA procurement process by implementing all policies and proceduresrelated to procurement activities, ensuring that TAHA procurement guidelines are followedin all transactions
Identify, design, govern and analyse supply chain policies, processes, standards, methods,systems, controls, and implement changes towards best practices to improve procurementpolicies and procedures
Negotiate competitive prices and contract terms that reflect value for money.
Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, productranges, etc; and maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
Research, evaluate, create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports. Estimate and establish cost parameters, pricingand budgets for purchases.
Work with team members and supervisors to develop a comprehensive annual procurementplan.
Conduct thorough examination and review of products and supplies to ensure that theproducts and supplies are of high quality and demonstrate value for money.
Collaborate with Finance Department on contracts, invoicing, timely payments, honoringcredit terms.
Determine re-order and economic order quantity and timing of deliveries.
Produce regular reports, insightful business analytics for decision making and improvingTAHA’s procurement processes.
Coordinate the procurement committee meetings as the committee secretary.
The Complexity of Role:
Will require a high level of professionalism and trustworthiness, a strong focus on analyticalskills, strategic relationships, with less focus on feelings and instincts.
Ability to create the right environment for success against a backdrop of diverse and oftenconflicting needs and timelines.
Ability to manage tasks crossing multiple projects or functions.
Qualifications and skills
Degree
Level
Masters or Bachelor degree in procurement, supply chain and logistics management orany other related field. Must be a Certified Procurement and Supply Professional(CPSP).
Experience At least 5 years of experience required
Key Skills
Strong communication, negotiation, planning & coordination, management, andleadership skills; goal-oriented, flexible, and creative under pressure; strong budgeting,and computer skills, ability to make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
Remuneration
The successful candidate will be remunerated according the TAHA salary scale, and in alignment withthe candidate’s qualifications and professional experience.
Other employment benefits will beprovided as per organization policy.
Application Procedure
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should send their applications enclosing detailed;
Application letter
current Curriculum vitae
Copies of qualification certificates
All applications should be sent through the following email: recruitment@taha.or.tz
The cover letter to be addressed to;
Human Resources and Administration ManagerTAHAP.O.BOX 16520ARUSHA, TANZANIA
Please note: TAHA is an equal opportunity employer that welcome all qualified candidates to applyfor the open positions.
TAHA is committed to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where allemployees feel valued and respected.
Deadline for receiving application is Monday, 10th July 2023