Overall Purpose of the Role
To assist in managing all local procurement and inventory activities of City Eye Hospital.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Technical Skills
Procurement & Purchasing
- Support the implementation and execution of procurement and purchasing strategies.
- Prepare and issue local purchase orders to suppliers.
- Negotiate credit terms with suppliers.
- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
- Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
- Perform cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking.
- Partner with user departments to ensure clear requirements documentation.
Inventory & Supply Management
- Determine the quantity and timing of deliveries.
- Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand and maintain buffer stock at all times.
- Coordinate and work with user departments on all inventory-related matters.
- Maintain warranty records for all purchased items.
Procurement Records & Reporting
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Maintain the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
- Ensure procurement and inventory records are accurate and up to date.
General Responsibilities
- Take part in company projects.
- Carry out any other tasks that may be assigned by the Line Manager and/or any other person placed in authority over you.
People Management
- Implement Procurement Departmental objectives in assigned duties in line with the company's performance management policy.
- Ensure strong communication between team members to facilitate the exchange of information and implementation of change and improvements.
- Attend and actively participate in departmental and company meetings.
Customer Service
- Develop and oversee appropriate dealings through effective relations with the general public and all organizational stakeholders to protect the reputation and image of City Eye Hospital and its subsidiaries.
- Assist in directing patients to procedure rooms and other service points.
- Process requirements from other departments promptly and efficiently.
- Maintain customer satisfaction ratings at or above departmental objectives at all times.
- Maintain courtesy and professionalism when interacting with all team members and colleagues across departments.
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as a Purchasing Officer, preferably within a hospital or healthcare environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Exceptional communication and customer care skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Computer literacy skills.
📩 To apply, send your CV and cover letter to: careers@cityeyehospital.or.ke
📅 Application Deadline: [28.08.2026]