Head Logistics and Procurement – Kampala – Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd

About US:
Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG) is a Company Limited by Guarantee, whose Vision is “A good life for all Ugandans.” We envision a Ugandan society with good life, when products and services in Reproductive Health, HIV, Malaria and Child Health are accessible, affordable and effectively utilized by all those in need. Our Mission is “To improve the quality of life of Ugandans, through the provision of superior and affordable health care solutions.” Our Core Values are; Integrity, Transparency, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence, Flexibility, and Equity.

Job Summary: The Head Logistics and Procurement will oversee the procurement of goods, works, and services as well as logistics management. The primary role of this position is to provide a quality control function to ensure that UHMG policies and procedures are implemented consistently ad correctly. She or he will be results-oriented and ensure the quality of service delivery is consistent, efficient, and responsive, including effective management of stakeholders, as well as resolving likely queries and complaints. The incumbent is required to perform his/her job in a way which encapsulates integrity and probity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent consolidates the an annual Procurement Plan in line with the organizational work plans and budgets, and monitors their implementation in line with the business plan.
Develops and implements strategic procurement initiatives, including but not limited to a sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality assurance of goods and services and excellent supplier relationship management.
Forecasts all UHMG procurements and eliminates any bottlenecks in the procurement process.
Consolidates all procurement needs of the organization and implements an effective stakeholder management system to ensure timely execution.
The incumbent plans and coordinates the procurement and logistical processes of the organisation to ensure that they are compliant with the set policies, and that there is value for money.
Maintains accurate monthly records of procurement activities and pricing trends.
Establishes and communicates procurement and logistics management policies and guidelines that effectively balance administrative burden, cost savings, and risk/liability.
Actively facilitates the functioning of the Procurement Committee and provides adequate, timely, and correct information to the committee, to ensure implementation of procurement processes in accordance with established procurement policies and guidelines.
Coordinates random checks of the supply chain processes to ensure value for money.
Conducts vendor/supplier audit checks and verifications as per set criteria.
Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure that supplier payments are settled in a timely manner.
Supervises and manages the performance and development of staff in the department in line with the Organisation’s goals, objectives, policies and regulations.
Works closely with the Resource Mobilization unit to provide budget estimates for goods and services to be included in financial mobilization proposals.
Purposefully obtains data on Most Frequently Procured Items (MFPIs) to act as reference for budgeting and forecasting by respective departments.
Prepares and submits monthly procurement reports to the Managing Director.
Periodically reviews the procurement policies and procedures to ensure relevance and congruence with UHMG’s business strategy and statutory regulations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will possess a professional qualification in Procurement and/or Logistics such as CIPS or CILT. A post-graduate degree (Master’s Degree or higher) degree in procurement and/or logistics or a related field shall be an added advantage.
A minimum of five years’ experience in managing the Procurement and Logistics function in a busy organization or public entity.
The applicant must be a self-motivated individual who requires minimal supervision, and has the ability to proactively identify gaps and provide solutions for timely, cost-effective, and efficient solutions.
Significant experience in procurement of Pharmaceutical or health related commodities.
She or he will be a good team player with a high level of integrity and commitment
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to successfully interact with and tailor communications to both senior and junior colleagues and interlocutors.
She or he will be good at relationship management, have strong decision-making ability, good judgement
Keen attention to detail.
The successful candidate will possess an ability to work under pressure and stay focused, efficient, and effective whilst managing multiple priorities.

How to Apply:
If you believe you match the requirements listed above, please deliver your resume (CV), copies of certificates, references, and cover letter clearly indicating position applied for on the “top left-hand side of the envelope”

Either to: The UHMG Office Reception, addressed to The Director Human Resource and Organizational Development, Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG), Plot 20-21, 27-28, Martyrs Crescent, Ntinda, Kampala. Uganda

Or: Send the electronic documents to vacancies@uhmg.org with the job role clearly indicated in the email subject line.

Deadline: Monday, 29th February 2016 by 16:00 hours (East African time)