Material Controller- Contract and Supplier Performance at Kenya Airways in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Material Controller- Contract and Supplier Performance

    Kenya AirwaysNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    2 days ago

    Apply by

    21 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Automotive & Aviation
    Supply Chain & Procurement

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    Job Description

    Purpose

    Ensure inventory optimization through review and analysis of data and provision of solutions / proposals that guide agreement / contract decisions and establish supplier performance indicators by applying industry proven metrics for measuring & improvement of supplier performance to drive business operations.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Drive contracts negotiation by analyzing and reviewing the requisite materials data.
    • Operationalize existing contracts and agreements.
    • Monitor and control contracts performance – CSP, PBH's, GTA's,Adhocs.
    • Generating management reports regularly or as required.
    • Review and management of materials cost.

    Required Qualifications

    • Proven analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
    • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
    • Cost analysis and management skills.
    • Project management skills.
    • Organizational skills.
    • Contract Management.
    • Good communicator with ability to form and maintain good relationship.
    • University degree in Engineering/Supply Chain Management.
    • Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills.
    • Experience of working in a material cost control role and supervising the smooth supply of materials in line with maintenance requirements and budget, ideally within aviation or manufacturing.
    • Experience in contract management.
    • Knowledge of inventory management.
    • Advanced understanding of materials management data and systems.
    • Knowledge of aircraft components/parts.
    • Ability to read, understand & interpret approved maintenance documentation e.g.; IPC, RSPL, AMM, SBs etc · Knowledge of lean techniques.
    • Knowledge of aircraft parts airworthiness certification EASA, FAA KCAA and customs regulations relevant to aircraft parts desirable good understanding of IATA resolutions and industry rules.
    • Membership of an appropriate professional body will be an added advantage.
    • 5 years working knowledge and experience preferably from aircraft maintenance or in a technical field.
    • Strategic thinking and business understanding.
    • Results orientated with the ability to plan, deliver against deadlines and meet targets.
    • Ability to do conflict resolution.
    • Is organized and able to balance work and life.
    • Good in time management.
    • Able to do self-improvement.
    • Resilient and able to manage stress and deliver results.
    • Has high level of patience.
    • Attention to detail.
    • Unquestionable integrity and ethics.
    Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya Airways on careers.kenya-airways.com to apply

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Supply Chain & Procurement

    Minimum Experience

    5 years

    Additional Information

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    Tags

    Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain
    Aviation / Airline
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    Material
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