Procurement Officer-Kakamega

Procurement Officer-Kakamega at Oasis Healthcare — Kakamega, Kenya.

• To ensure the timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods, services, and medical supplies required for the hospital\'s operations, while maintaining quality standards and building reliable supplier relationships that support uninterrupted patient care delivery.

• Develop and implement procurement plans in coordination with departmental heads.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and quality products.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with approved budgets and procurement policies.
• Maintain an updated and pre-qualified supplier database.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of procurement records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure the timely delivery of goods and services.
• Coordinate with finance to ensure proper invoice verification and payment processing.
• Ensure adherence to internal procurement policies and statutory requirements.
• Conduct regular market surveys and benchmarking to ensure value for money.
• Manage inventory levels in collaboration with stores to prevent stock-outs and overstocking.
• Participate in tendering processes and evaluation committees where required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Membership with the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• High level of integrity and understanding of procurement ethics.
• Proficiency in MS Office and procurement systems.