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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Equity Bank Uganda Limited, is a commercial bank in Uganda. It is licensed by the Bank of Uganda, the central bank and national banking regulator.
Equity Bank is one of the fastest growing banks in Uganda, with a large network of 50 branches, 7,000+ EquiDuukas, 1,279 POS Terminal and 50+ ATMs spread across the country. 25 of these branches are located in Central and greater Kampala, serving over 1,800,000 customers. The Bank has deployed a number of Alternate Business Channels to enhance its product and service delivery. These include: Internet Banking, Eazzy 247- a mobile banking service, Point of Sales (POS) machines as well as partnerships with major telecom companies.
The Bank has adopted the Group approach of financial inclusion by opening its doors to customers across the financial pyramid. On the back of the Group technological advances, Equity Uganda is now recognized as a key enabler to driving inclusion and innovation through strategic partnerships with telecoms, utility companies, local government, religious bodies, and third- tier financial institutions.
The partnership with the entities above has enabled Equity Bank Uganda to grow through technology adoption, faster access to finance and improved play in the growing cross-border opportunities following the recent revitalization of the East Africa Community (EAC). The Bank plays a pivotal role in facilitating trade by providing a gateway from Kenya to the quickly growing economies of Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan. Improved performance and growth has resulted in improved customer relationships and better regulatory ratings.
Equity Bank Uganda Limited is a major contributor to Uganda’s job market as it currently employs over 2,000 members of staff. It won the Uganda Investment Authority “Employer of the Year Award" in 2010 and is among the top Ten Banks in Uganda in terms of profitability and customer deposits as at 2015.
Equity Bank Uganda Limited is one of the region’s leading banks whose purpose IS to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. With a strong footprint in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Southern Sudan and DR Congo, Equity Bank is now home to more than 12 million customers, the largest customer base in the Eastern African Region.
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Procurement Manager job at Equity Bank Uganda Limited
Equity Bank Uganda Limited
Job Description
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Organisation: Equity Bank Uganda Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Manager, Administration and Supply Chain Management
The Procurement Manager will drive the bank’s supplier term negotiations by ensuring purchase of goods and services as required by the procurement plan whilst ensuring quality control & compliance with Equity Bank’s policies and procedures. The role holder will plan, execute and finalize procurement plans across the organization to optimize and meet business needs in a timely manner.
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Identify and qualify potential suppliers in order to secure cost effective sources of products and services
Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures while ensuring compliance adherence
Consolidate procurement requests from all branches and bank’s divisions ensuring that delivery is done as per the users’ needs
Coordinate and liaise with the different Procurement committees and stakeholders in line with the bank’s Procurement strategic direction
Coordinate the entire Tendering Process, by ensuring development of the instruments up to the recommendations to the Tender committee
Implement and execute the Tender Committee decisions and coordinate with the business units and suppliers
Manage the relationships, evaluate and provide recommendations on the performance of service providers
Monitor the market and vendor bases for emerging services and trends for potential opportunities and advise management accordingly
Negotiate with vendors to secure advantageous terms
Plan, appraise, motivate, manage growth and performance of subordinate staff of Procurement Unit
Plan, coordinate and execute the disposal of items as per internal policy
Provide direction and develop instruments for procurement budgeting whilst ensuring that all procurements are processed within agreed budget lines
Review, develop and implement the bank’s internal processes with regard to Procurement and Tendering
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, or related field, from an accredited institution.
Post graduate qualification by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply is a must.
At least 8 years of working experience in a purchasing or procurement capacity in a highly competitive Commercial environment, 3 of which must be at managerial level.
Proven and significant experience in Procurement and contract management, including an ability to review procurement demands & trends, and to develop procurement strategies.
Good knowledge and understanding of relevant purchasing regulations, laws, and procedures
Knowledge of the banking products, digital solutions, services, policies, and systems, to enable appreciation of the impact of the role.
Excellent Understanding of Information Technology policies and procedures.
Excellent knowledge of Local IT standards, Laws, Regulations.
How to Apply
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your job application cover letter along with a detailed resume, copies of the relevant certificates and testimonials in a single PDF file format, quoting the respective Job title in the subject field to recruitment@equitybank.co.ug
Deadline: Friday 3rd January 2025.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace.
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