330 Supply Chain Operations jobs in Nairobi

• Developing and executing global procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Identifying, evaluating, and selecting new suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing and service agreements.
• Managing supplier relationships, ensuring performance meets or exceeds expectations.
• Monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Mitigating supply chain risks and developing contingency plans.
• Overseeing the procurement process from requisition to payment.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Collaborating with internal departments to understand their procurement needs.
• Analyzing procurement data to identify trends and areas for optimization.

• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor supplier performance against established metrics and provide regular feedback.
• Support the development and execution of strategic sourcing strategies.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
• Assist in the negotiation of contracts and terms with suppliers.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, including spend analysis and category performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and databases.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the procurement function.
• Support demand planning and inventory management activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is
For everyone, for life, for good
.

Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers. Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well-loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.

Business planning

• Finance lead in the supply chain planning process meeting (SPP)
• Manage the integrated Business planning process from a supply chain perspective through the business planning and consolidation tool (BPC)
• Collate the Risks & Opportunities from SPP for input into the Finance planning module of BPC for consolidation into total business R&O
• In conjunction with Head of supply chain do a CAPEX projection through SAP project system as well as depreciation simulation monthly
• Do the month Factory costs and recoveries projection through the BPC tool
• In conjunction with the supply planner, do a phased monthly inventory projection in BPC
• Evaluate the implication of business changes and projects on the Supply Chain cost base.
• Prepare and review the supply chain P&L on a monthly basis

Inventory Control

• Inventory control & maintenance of internal controls around stocks as per ICFR framework
• Ensuring that physical counts are carried out on a monthly basis and variances are investigated and corrective action taken
• Ensuring that unplanned issues are properly authorized before the stock is removed from SAP
• Variance analysis- generating variance reports and sending it to factory management for explanations
• Raising red flags on issues that might expose the company to loses
• Ensuring that balances in the stock control accounts in SAP agree with the stock detailed listings
• General ledger reconciliations related to inventory control module such as stock valuations, FIFO Reports, MPV and MUV reports
• Passing relevant journals related to stocks such MPV and MUV journal

Support the drive to maximize the cost efficiency of the Supply Chain by providing clarity and transparency around performance with insightful analysis

• Clear transparent reporting in place, highlighting key variances to budget, forecast and last year.
• Ensure Supply Chain Team has aligned understanding of the financial performance and is challenged on the way forward.
• Progress reporting against improvement plans is clear and well communicated.

Ensure business decisions are made within the context of sound financial control.

• Support the Supply Chain Team as it monitors and track costs versus forecasts and targets. Support course correction and identify savings opportunities.
• Tracking of the Net working capital through analysis of risks and opportunities around NWC targets
• Inventory control; ensuring that sound controls are maintained and complied with and losses through material usage variances are minimized
• Tracking and reporting of factory recoveries on a weekly basis against targets
• Tracking of the key factory K.P.Is such as production/ton, fuel usage/ton, material usage variance(MUV), material price variance(MPV),purchase price variance) PPV on monthly basis
• Drive improvement in process efficiency across Supply Chain Finance, achieved through effective cross-functional working with the Supply Chain Team and Central Finance.
• Support Finance to ensure that Supply Chain transactions are processed consistently, effectively and efficiently e.g. back-flushes are done on a timely basis, stock adjustments
• Ensure appropriate accruals are in place with appropriate supporting information.
• Ensure all relevant Supply Chain balance sheet items are owned, validated and clearly understood by Supply Chain Finance.
• Effective appraisal (pre and post) of capital investment proposals (CAPEX projects)
• Standard cost maintenance including; ensuring that BOMs are updated from PLM to SAP, review and update of routings and recipes, cost simulation for budget, and latest estimates(LE) and 5-YP purposes , updating of standard costs as per group guidelines
• Product costing for new products and active involvement in the NPD & Supply chain planning process(SPP) as Finance representative

Drive the Supply Chain Budgeting process of costs and relevant working capital items ( stocks & creditors days)

• Drive improvement in forecast process efficiency across Supply Chain Finance, achieved through effective cross-functional working with the Supply Chain Team and Finance
• Working with the Supply Chain Team, ensure there is a rolling estimate in place which represents a realistic view of ongoing performance.
• Risks and opportunities against the Budget & PFs are identified, verified and communicated. The implications of any business developments or key projects are captured within the profit forecasts(PFs).
• Provide sound financial inputs during the budgeting and monthly rolling forecasts

Provide support and challenge to the Supply Chain Team as it pursues a sustainable margin improvement initiatives.

• Develop consistent approach to the evaluation of MI initiatives, challenging the Team as it shapes its plans in terms of achievability, resources required, sustainability.
• Effective appraisal of cost saving opportunities as a result of rigorous opportunity and risk analysis.
• Proactively identify, develop and implement margin improvements.
• Ensure that on balance, the right recommendation for improvement is made, with clear understanding of rationale.
• Monthly validation & reporting of Margin Improvement delivery against set targets
• Undergraduate degree and full CPA qualification,
• 4-5 year experience in a busy Finance department preferably in an MFCG company
• Demonstrate the BEST VALUES
• excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills
• Effective team player
• Negotiation skills, initiative, time management and customer focus
• analytical and problem-solving skills
• attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to meet tight deadline and work under pressure
• A person of high integrity, honest and trustworthy

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Purpose:

• SSA Supply Chain Operations Lead steers supply chain and customer service activities across SSA region, ensuring our seeds and crop protection products reach farmers efficiently, safely, and sustainably.
• Plays a pivotal role in delivering this mission by leading transformative supply chain operations for ready to sell goods including warehousing & distribution across the region and champion a dynamic, collaborative, and empowered culture—where innovation, shared ownership, and value creation are at the heart of everything we do.

Scope (global, regional or local):

• Country Group responsibility
• 8 Distribution Centres in EA
• 6 Countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Rep., Uganda, Zambia

Key Tasks:

• Accountable for Uninterrupted Market Supply: Steer end-to-end supply chain and S&OP/E, with a mandate to engage, collaborate and improve cross-functional processes to ensure our seeds and crop protection products reach farmers reliably and efficiently—striving for zero supply disruptions, optimized inventory, and high customer satisfaction.
• Drive the balance between customer satisfaction, cost, cash flow, and flexibility through modern, efficient E2E supply chain management and order-to-bill processes—improving cost-to-serve, reducing working capital, and enhancing service levels.
• Minimize slow-moving inventory and write-offs, balance flexibility with capital efficiency, oversee returns and transfers of ready to sell goods, and drive local distribution strategy and cost optimization in partnership with Warehouse & Distribution Efficiency team.
• Integrated Planning & Decision Making: Partner across functions to translate sales forecasts into integrated supply plans, ensuring accurate, smooth campaign execution, and efficient order-to-bill processes.
• Collaborate with Customer Facing Squads to support launches, allocations, and distribution-level positioning for successful market coverage.
• Champion Africa Growth Strategy: Align supply reliability with commercial priorities, balance workload across SSA countries and seasons, and enable scalable growth.
• Implement Standardized Order Management: Tailor order management flows to diverse business models, ensuring smooth execution and effective complaint follow-up
• Champion Customer Centricity: Co-create go-to-market strategies and tailored solutions with commercial teams, deeply understanding market specifics, commercial strategy and customer needs to invest in appropriate solutions aligned with target states maximizing satisfaction and business continuity while enabling transformation and SSA growth.
• E2E SCM performance & excellence: Own the end-to-end country group
• Supply Chain operations vision and roadmap for ready to sell products, including metrics and how to measure performance of SCM.
• Enable enterprise priorities and required investments to drive the roadmap.
• Catalyze in the Region the identification and implementation of improvement initiatives and projects.
• Enhance customer experience by driving implementation of digital activities, collaborating seamlessly with a network of teams for all of the above.
• Ensures Master Data Management for Product and Customer are integrated to the business and enabling the use of digital tools to its maximum potential.
• Leading Change to Accelerate Growth: Foster agility, innovation, and optimized processes, empowering teams to deliver highest-impact outcomes and drive transformation to enable substantial business growth.
• Inspire and coach supply chain and customer service teams to execute core activities aligned with business priorities, cultivating a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Drive Digitalization & Excellence: Enhance customer experience by implementing digital supply chain and customer service activities, partnering with data, digital, and excellence functions for efficient & scalable future-ready operations.
• Ensure License to Operate & Sustainability: Ensure full compliance with internal and external norms and laws in all supply chain processes, engage team on safe behaviors, compliant trade / logistics operations and on achieving sustainable operations.
• Build Talent pipeline & Capabilities: Lead and build talent pipeline, and upskilling programs, facilitate team reviews, and co-create operational roadmaps for skilled, adaptable teams.
• Embody Bayer's VACC leadership behaviors—Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, and Coach—by defining mission and outcomes, designing agile processes, empowering teams, and fostering a culture of learning and wellbeing.
• Engaging leader: Inspire and coach SSA SC Operations team to pursue fit to purpose E2E Supply Chain and Customer Service outcomes; pro actively connects with Unit Leads and Customer Facing Squads to align on priorities and support individuals' development.
• Drive continuous improvement culture; encourage team to take leadership/ownership within the squad; leads by example in increasing DSO proficiency and move towards a "self-managed team" mindset and ways of working.
• Invest time on own development and in upskilling the team.

Key Working Relation:

• Reports to EMEA Supply Chain Operations Head
• Customers
• Country / country group leadership team, Commercial (incl. customer squads), Marketing, Regulatory, Finance & Controlling teams
• Regional Planning, Distribution, Customer Service, Data and Digital and other regional mission teams
• Production Sites, plant planners, Quality teams, HSE and Procurement
• Associations & local authorities

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strategic and inclusive leader with 10+ years in Product Supply.
• Undergraduate degree in business or supply chain management related fields; MBA is an added advantage.
• Strong expertise in supply chain, customer service, logistics, and financial/business acumen.
• Ideally understands the Crop Protection and Seeds lifecycle, including regulatory frameworks, product stewardship, trade dynamics in the
• Sub-Saharan Africa region. Adept at navigating complex logistics networks and cross-border operations.
• Agile and adaptable in dynamic, seasonal, and regulatory environments
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across geographies and cultures.
• Experienced in transformational supply chain strategy design and execution.
• Proficient in S&OP, S&OE, demand/supply matching, inventory optimization, and digital platforms.
• Strong leadership track record with passion for team development and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates collaboration, customer focus, results orientation, strategic thinking, and team building.
• Outstanding communication skills; embodies VACC behaviors: Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, Coach.
• Skilled in change management, stakeholder influence, innovation, and champion digitalization.
• Full proficiency in English.

Application Period:
09 October October 2025
Reference Code:

Division:
Crop Science
Location:
Kenya : Kenya : Nairobi

Functional Area:
Supply Chain Management
Position Grade:
VS 2

Employment Type:
Regular
Work Time:
Standard
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• Oversee and optimize global supply chain operations, including logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Develop and implement strategic supply chain plans to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, carriers, and other third-party logistics providers.
• Utilize data analytics and technology to monitor supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and manage a remote team of supply chain professionals.
• Develop and manage supply chain budgets and forecasts.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.
• Report on key supply chain metrics and performance to senior management.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., APICS) are a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain management and logistics.
• Proven experience in managing complex, global supply chains.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a remote team effectively.

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies.
• Oversee procurement, inventory management, and warehousing operations.
• Manage logistics, transportation, and distribution networks.
• Optimize production planning and scheduling to meet demand.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
• Monitor supply chain performance and identify areas for enhancement.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain with business objectives.
• Utilize supply chain management software and analytics tools.

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain and operations management within the manufacturing sector.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful supply chain strategies.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, inventory control, logistics, and production planning.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and supply chain management software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• APICS certification (CSCP, CPIM) is highly desirable.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, with a significant focus on the FMCG industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and optimizing complex supply chain operations.
• Expertise in inventory management, logistics, procurement, and demand planning.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data analytics tools.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote, global operational environment.