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General Manager, Procurement

SBM Bank · Nairobi

SBM BankNairobiPosted 9 September 2026Apply by 23 September 2026

Job Purpose

To lead the Bank's procurement function, ensuring goods and services are sourced at the best value and in compliance with the Bank's procurement policy.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Aspects

Development of sound and cost-effective strategies for purchasing goods and services used by the Bank.

Stakeholder management, including but not limited to the following:

maintaining good relationships with key suppliers of the Bank.

internal engagements to improve the match between user needs and quality standards/specifications.

engagements with other industry players for benchmarking and best practices.

Business Aspects

Align the procurement plans to the overall strategy of the Bank.

Preparation of, and adherence to, service level agreements with user departments.

Planning & Control

Carry out KYC review for all material suppliers of the Bank.

Develop risk management procedures to mitigate losses arising from the performance of suppliers.

In conjunction with the Legal department, review all material supplier contracts to ensure that the terms and conditions are favourable to the Bank.

Carry out periodic supplier performance evaluation.

Perform secretariat functions of the Procurement Committee.

Provide leadership to the procurement team.

Key Relationships

Customers of this Position

All staff

Suppliers

Knowledge and Skills required for this Role

Strategy Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical and Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of basic contract laws

In-depth Knowledge of procurement and purchasing best practices

Knowledge of Bank’s products and services

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement & Supplies Chain Management; or

Business related degree and a Diploma in Procurement & Supplies Chain Management.

Membership of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management is a mandatory requirement

Experience

5 years of progressive experience in a procurement function and not less than 2 years in a supervisory role.

Competencies Required for this Role

High Level of Integrity

Team player

Results Oriented

Business awareness

Effective Communication – verbal and written

Self-drive with ability to work with minimum supervision

Attention to detail

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Diploma

Requirements

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