About Beacon Industries
Beacon Industries is a food and beverage manufacturing company that produces packaged fruit juices, bottled water, and dairy products for the Kenyan market and for export to six East African countries. The factory, located in Thika, employs over 1,100 workers and operates three production lines running twenty hours a day, six days a week. Beacon was founded in 2007 and has built a distribution network that reaches supermarkets, kiosks, and wholesalers across all forty-seven counties. The company holds FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and HACCP certifications for food safety management.
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
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Beacon Industries is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
