Warehousing and Inventory Management Manager at DAI Kenya - Development Alternatives, Inc.

DAI is a global development company working on the frontlines of international development consulting. We are committed to shaping a more livable world. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. We work with a wide range of clients, including national and local go...

 

Warehousing and Inventory Management Manager

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience9 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldLogistics  , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  • The purpose of the Kenya Integrated Pharmaceutical and Supply Chain Technical Assistance activity (KIPS) is to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of quality-assured and affordable health commodities through a resilient and mature supply chain system and pharmaceutical regulatory services. KIPS will work to strengthen the capacity of local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical services and national regulatory systems.

POSITION PURPOSE

  • The Warehousing and Inventory Management (WIM) Manager will provide strategic technical leadership and oversight for all technical assistance related to warehousing operations, inventory management and storage conditions for health commodities under the USAID KIPS activity. The WIM Manager reports to the Supply Chain Director and may support or supervise other staff or consultant work performance and output.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead or support the design and implementation of technical assistance (TA) for warehousing operations, inventory management, and storage conditions for health commodities.
  • Lead or support engagement of key stakeholders and partners in the design, implementation and adaptation of solutions and innovations to optimize warehousing and inventory processes for stakeholders.
  • Support the integration of warehousing and inventory management solutions, innovations and measurement across health programs and product streams.

Other duties include:

  • Support and build capacity of supply chain technical staff and consultants deployed for the activity's implementation in warehousing and inventory management best practices.
  • Represent the activity and its warehousing and inventory management work in stakeholder/partner engagements and coordination forums.
  • Contribute to strategic learning and communication initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 9 years of experience in warehousing and inventory management for health commodities in resource-limited settings, particularly on donor-funded programs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing and applying solutions for strengthening warehousing and inventory management of health commodities.
  • Strong knowledge of warehousing solutions, infrastructure, innovations and local suppliers and industry norms and challenges. Knowledge of storage and related requirements of health commodities and related regulations and policies is also essential.
  • Proven ability to build capacity of institutions and supply chain workforces.
  • Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Effective stakeholder engagement, coordination and partnership-building skills.
  • Strong project management capabilities.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English required.

Method of Application

Select the position you are interested in applying for, fill out the required information, and upload your CV. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will be conducted soon. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive and the urgency of filling positions, only shortlisted applicants will receive notification on the next steps. The application closing date will be November 25, 2024.

Interested and qualified? Go to DAI Kenya - Development Alternatives, Inc. on fs23.formsite.com to apply

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