CDL Human Resource is a human resources consultancy founded in early 2003 by its current Managing Director, Lucy Mmari. With over 14 years of experience in a well-established logistics company, she honed her skills in human resources management before establishing CDL.
We are currently recruiting for the following positions:
1. Inventory Officer
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, Professional Certificate
Job Field: Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain
Job Purpose: Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the Inventory Officer is pivotal in maintaining precise control over all inventory aspects within the organization. This role is not only crucial for conducting accurate stock takes and reconciling inventory discrepancies but also extends to the strategic management of stores, including both packaging materials and finished goods, as well as the specialized management of coconut inventories across various collection centers.
Key Responsibilities:
Stock Management: Conduct regular and precise stock takes; reconcile inventory discrepancies and update records accordingly.
Store Management: Efficiently manage the storage of packaging materials and finished goods to optimize space utilization and accessibility.
Coconut Inventory Management: Oversee the management and reconciliation of coconut inventories at different collection centers, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
Supervisory Duties: Supervise and manage warehouse assistants, fostering adherence to inventory handling and storage procedures.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate bin cards and ensure that documentation for all inventory movements is up-to-date and compliant with company standards.
Damage and Obsolescence Communication: Proactively communicate with the inventory manager about obsolete or damaged inventory to facilitate prompt action.
Inventory Planning: Review and adjust reorder levels for packaging materials and inputs for production based on current and forecasted needs to prevent overstocking and understocking.
Safety and Procedures: Ensure all team members follow safety standards and operational procedures in handling and storing inventory.
Inventory Analysis and Reporting: Analyze inventory data and generate regular reports to support decision-making and address potential issues in inventory levels or processes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Accounting or CPA finalist.
Proven experience in inventory management or a different accounting role.
Strong understanding of inventory management systems and procedures.
Demonstrate ability to use ERP systems and MS Office applications with a focus on Excel.
Skills Required:
Excellent organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The candidate must be willing to stay in Lamu and has experience working in Lamu.
2. Trade Finance Manager – Logistics
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: 8 - 10 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
About the Role: Our client is a growing Supply Chain Alliance combining global expertise in logistics, international supply chains, trade finance, commodity management, and risk management. We are seeking an ambitious and results-driven Finance Manager to provide strategic financial leadership and support business growth across Africa.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic financial advice on profitability, pricing, working capital, risk, and business expansion.
Oversee trade finance activities, including Letters of Credit, guarantees, documentary collections, and structured trade finance.
Manage treasury, cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and funding requirements.
Monitor and manage FX, commodity, and counterparty risks and support hedging strategies.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and profitability analysis.
Oversee accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and financial close.
Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax, regulatory, and internal control requirements.
Develop scalable finance processes, systems, reporting, and automation across multiple countries.
Manage internal and external audits and strengthen governance frameworks.
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while partnering with commercial, logistics, and supply chain functions.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
Master’s degree/MBA and professional accounting or finance certification are an advantage.
8–10 years’ senior finance/accounting experience within logistics industry.
Strong knowledge of trade finance, IFRS, treasury, cash management, and financial reporting.
Experience with cross-border taxation, regulatory environments, and financial systems.
Understanding of FX, hedging, commodity pricing, and supply chain finance is an advantage.
Advanced Excel, strong analytical, strategic, leadership, and communication skills.
Technical Expertise:
Strong knowledge of:
Trade finance instruments
IFRS and financial reporting
Treasury and cash management
Cross-border taxation and regulatory environments
Good understanding of:
Foreign exchange markets and hedging
Commodity trading mechanisms
Supply chain financing
ERP and financial reporting systems
3. Procurement Officer
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, Professional Certificate
Experience: 7 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain
Job Description: Our Client is looking for applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of Procurement Officer. Reporting to the CEO, the Procurement Officer will be responsible for overseeing the procurement and supply chain functions of the Association in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Specifically, the officer will:
Ensure that the procurement process is compliant with the public procurement legislations and the internal policies.
Develop the annual procurement budget and ensure that it is implemented in line with the approved framework.
Schedule procurement activities in alignment with approved budgets.
Develop, review, implement and update internal procurement policies in line with the procurement legislations.
Develop and issue tender documents, participate in the tender openings and evaluation and ensure that all awards are issued procedurally.
Manage all supplier contracts and ensure that all service level agreements are adhered to.
Supervise and track the performance of direct reports in liaison with the human resources department and ensure accountability within the team.
Requirements:
To be appointed to this position, a candidate must have:
At least Seven (7) years of relevant work experience, with a minimum of three (3) years at a middle management level in Procurement. Experience in the public sector will be an added advantage.
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supplies Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Kenya Institute of Supplies Management [KISM] Membership or Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply [MCIPS] in good standing with valid practicing license.
Certified Procurement and Supply Professional of Kenya CPSP(K) or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply [CIPS].
Excellent understanding of Government Procurement Regulations.
Computer proficiency, with a valid certificate in computer applications.
Compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010).
Membership with a relevant professional body in good standing. Membership should be renewed upto 2026.
A valid Practicing Certificate.
Knowledge of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015 is mandatory.
Method of Application:
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Inventory Officer
Trade Finance Manager – Logistics
Procurement Officer
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