Head Of Supply Chain And Logistics At Mission For Essential Drugs And Supplies (Meds)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and maintain appropriate policies and procedures to guide and direct business operations
Provide leadership to ensure customer needs and expectations are met
Oversee a large workforce of staff in timely processing and delivery of client orders
Oversee procurement and inventory control processes to ensure sourcing of correct and cost-effective products and services
Negotiate large contracts with suppliers
Provide leadership in inventory management, ensure accurate record keeping and effective performance
Implement innovative solutions to improve overall performance of supply chain processes
Implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends in the health sector
Prepare and/or interpret departmental contractual/legal agreements to safeguard MEDS interests
Plan and approve departmental expenditures for control and accountability
Ensure effective performance management to achieve operational objectives and targets

CANDIDATE PROFILE:
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy
Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent business related field
Registration with Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB)
Demonstrated leadership with a track record of achievements backed with a minimum of 5 years experience in a Pharmaceutical supply chain organization of which 3 years is in senior management
Strategic orientation, business acumen, interpersonal skills and integrity