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Material Controller- Contract and Supplier Performance at Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
September 07, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Purpose
Ensure inventory optimization through review and analysis of data and provision of solutions / proposals that guide agreement / contract decisions and establish supplier performance indicators by applying industry proven metrics for measuring & improvement of supplier performance to drive business operations.
Responsibilities
Drive contracts negotiation by analyzing and reviewing the requisite materials data.
Operationalize existing contracts and agreements.
Monitor and control contracts performance - CSP, PBH's, GTA's,Adhocs.
Generating management reports regularly or as required.
Review and management of materials cost.
Skills
Proven analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
Cost analysis and management skills.
Project management skills.
Organizational skills.
Contract Management.
Good communicator with ability to form and maintain good relationship.
Qualifications
University degree in Engineering/Supply Chain Management.
Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills.
Experience of working in a material cost control role and supervising the smooth supply of materials in line with maintenance requirements and budget, ideally within aviation or manufacturing.
Experience in contract management.
Knowledge of inventory management.
Advanced understanding of materials management data and systems.
Knowledge of aircraft components/parts.
Ability to read, understand & interpret approved maintenance documentation e.g.; IPC, RSPL, AMM, SBs etc * Knowledge of lean techniques.
Knowledge of aircraft parts airworthiness certification (EASA, FAA) KCAA and customs regulations relevant to aircraft parts desirable good understanding of IATA resolutions and industry rules.
Membership of an appropriate professional body will be an added advantage.
5 years working knowledge and experience preferably from aircraft maintenance or in a technical field.
Additional Information
Strategic thinking and business understanding.
Results orientated with the ability to plan, deliver against deadlines and meet targets.
Ability to do conflict resolution.
Is organized and able to balance work and life.
Good in time management.
Able to do self-improvement.
Resilient and able to manage stress and deliver results.
Has high level of patience.
Attention to detail.
Unquestionable integrity and ethics.
Ensure inventory optimization through review and analysis of data and provision of solutions / proposals that guide agreement / contract decisions and establish supplier performance indicators by applying industry proven metrics for measuring & improvement of supplier performance to drive business operations.
Responsibilities
Drive contracts negotiation by analyzing and reviewing the requisite materials data.
Operationalize existing contracts and agreements.
Monitor and control contracts performance - CSP, PBH's, GTA's,Adhocs.
Generating management reports regularly or as required.
Review and management of materials cost.
Skills
Proven analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
Cost analysis and management skills.
Project management skills.
Organizational skills.
Contract Management.
Good communicator with ability to form and maintain good relationship.
Qualifications
University degree in Engineering/Supply Chain Management.
Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills.
Experience of working in a material cost control role and supervising the smooth supply of materials in line with maintenance requirements and budget, ideally within aviation or manufacturing.
Experience in contract management.
Knowledge of inventory management.
Advanced understanding of materials management data and systems.
Knowledge of aircraft components/parts.
Ability to read, understand & interpret approved maintenance documentation e.g.; IPC, RSPL, AMM, SBs etc * Knowledge of lean techniques.
Knowledge of aircraft parts airworthiness certification (EASA, FAA) KCAA and customs regulations relevant to aircraft parts desirable good understanding of IATA resolutions and industry rules.
Membership of an appropriate professional body will be an added advantage.
5 years working knowledge and experience preferably from aircraft maintenance or in a technical field.
Additional Information
Strategic thinking and business understanding.
Results orientated with the ability to plan, deliver against deadlines and meet targets.
Ability to do conflict resolution.
Is organized and able to balance work and life.
Good in time management.
Able to do self-improvement.
Resilient and able to manage stress and deliver results.
Has high level of patience.
Attention to detail.
Unquestionable integrity and ethics.