About Pacific Trust
Pacific Trust is a microfinance institution that provides savings, credit, and micro-insurance products to low-income entrepreneurs, women's groups, and smallholder farmers in rural and peri-urban Kenya. Licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya, Pacific Trust was founded in 2005 and currently serves over 85,000 active borrowers through a network of eighteen branches and forty-seven agent outlets. The institution's loan portfolio stands at KES 4.2 billion with a non-performing loan ratio below three percent. Pacific Trust also offers agricultural lending tied to crop cycles and partners with ten insurance companies to provide weather-indexed crop insurance.
What you will do:
You will develop and manage sourcing strategies for key categories of spend, identify and qualify new suppliers, and negotiate contracts that deliver value for the organisation. The role involves conducting market analysis to understand supply trends and pricing dynamics, developing total cost of ownership models, and presenting recommendations to senior management. You will also manage vendor relationships, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement supplier development programmes to improve quality and delivery performance. The position requires experience in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supply chain risk assessment. Knowledge of international trade terms, customs procedures, and import regulations is valuable for categories that involve imported goods.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Pacific Trust offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
