Website PCEA Kikuyu Hospital
Chogoria hospital was started by the Scottish missionaries back in 1922 with the help of Mr and Mrs. Irvine being in charge. Chogoria hospital is on a side-road which branches off Embu – Meru highway about 2km from the highway. Chogoria hospital was built in a serene environment around 200k… read morem north of Nairobi city. It is situated within the fast growing Chogoria township in Mwimbi division, Maara district in Tharaka – Nithi county. The first permanent building of the hospital was built in 1926. The hospital was then established under the management of the Scottish missionaries and later the ownership was transferred from the church of Scotland to the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) in 1956. The hospitals sit in a land of average 10 acres. It has developed to have a Nursing College – Clive Irvine College. This is a department on its own of the PCEA Chogoria Hospital. It was established as a nursing training school in 1951. The hospital also has an outpatient wing whose permanent building was setup in 1926. The medical wards for men and women was built in 1971, the surgical wing was also built in1971 followed by the maternity ward in 1972 plus the pediatric ward built in 1980. At the moment the hospital has put more structures due to the ever growing technology in the hospital environment. The hospital now offers the following services Surgical, Outpatient, Admission, Nursing training, Ct scan, Ultrasound, X-rays, Maternity, Optical services, HIV AIDs counselling and Medication and Dental services. The hospital has a 295 bed capacity.
Job Summary
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all activities related to procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution of medical and non-medical supplies. This role ensures that all supply chain processes are efficient, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with the hospitals mission of delivering quality, affordable healthcare and training services guided by Christian values.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
Procurement and Vendor Management
Oversee procurement processes including sourcing, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of quality goods and services.
Inventory and Warehouse Management
Maintain optimal stock levels through effective inventory control, proper storage, stock rotation, and accurate record-keeping to minimize wastage and stock-outs.
Logistics and Distribution
Coordinate efficient distribution of medical supplies and equipment across hospital units and satellite facilities, ensuring timely delivery and accountability.
Budgeting and Cost Control
Support budget preparation and monitor procurement costs, ensuring prudent resource utilization and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
Compliance and Reporting
Ensure adherence to policies, statutory requirements, and healthcarestandards, and prepare accurate reports to support management decisions and audits.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
Provide leadership to supply chain staff, promote teamwork, and collaborate with departments to support effective service delivery.
Mission Alignment
Uphold the hospitals mission, vision, and Christian values by promoting ethical practices and service excellence in all operations.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
Masters degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, KISM)
Membership in a professional body (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, KISM) and in good standing
A valid practicing license
Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience, with at least three (3) years in a managerial capacity, preferably in the healthcare sector
Technical and Behavioral Skills
Strong knowledge of healthcare procurement regulations and donor compliance.
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Integrity and ethical conduct.
Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the hospital.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings.
Personal Attributes
Integrity and ethical conduct
Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the hospital
Ability to work effectively under pressure in resource-limited settings
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