https://edinburgjournals.org/journals/index.php/journal-of-procurement <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Journal of Procurement &amp; Supply chain is published by EdinBurg Journals. It accepts publications and papers in the fields of International procurement, Supply chain and Logistics Methods. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It is reviewed by the </span><strong>EdinBurg Editorial Board</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> which consists of the world's best selling authors and writers. Journal has been globally indexed and with papers from all over the world.</span></p> <h3>Online <strong>ISSN:</strong> 2789-3405</h3> <h3><strong>DOI prefix: 10.70619</strong></h3> <h3>Submission Email: <a href="mailto:manuscripts@edinburgjournals.org">manuscripts@edinburgjournals.org</a></h3> <h3>Online Submission: <a href="https://edinburgjournals.org/online-submissions/">https://edinburgjournals.org/online-submissions/</a></h3> EdinBurg Peer Reviewed Journals & Books Publishers en-US Journal of Procurement & Supply Chain 2789-3405 https://edinburgjournals.org/journals/index.php/journal-of-procurement/article/view/636 <p>This study aimed to investigate the impact of inventory computerization on the procurement performance of state service corporations in Nairobi City County, Kenya.&nbsp; This study adopted a descriptive research design. The target population comprised chief accountants, procurement managers, and heads of inventory departments from 93 service state corporations in Nairobi City County, Kenya. A sample of 165 respondents was selected through stratified random sampling to ensure balanced representation across the three groups. The sample included 55 chief accountants,55 procurement managers, and 55 heads of inventory departments. Data was collected using structured questionnaires. The data were coded and analyzed using SPSS v28. Data analysis entailed descriptive and inferential statistics. The descriptive statistics included means, frequencies, and standard deviations, while the inferential statistics entailed correlation and regression analysis. The findings revealed that inventory computerization was moderately adopted among service state corporations in Nairobi City County. Most respondents confirmed the use of fully computerized inventory coding systems, which improved stock identification and retrieval. Inventory coding was widely applied and considered effective in stock categorization, while RFID technology was used to track inventory location, though its application remained limited in some organizations. RFID-based automation was also recognized for enhancing inventory security. Cloud-based systems were strongly acknowledged as critical for stock monitoring. In contrast, the adoption of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for supplier transactions was relatively low, with many respondents expressing neutrality or disagreement. Correlation and regression analyses confirmed that inventory computerization had a positive and significant effect on procurement performance. It was concluded that inventory computerization positively influences procurement performance by enhancing stock management, accuracy, and security. However, the limited use of technologies such as EDI shows the need for wider adoption of modern systems to maximize these benefits.&nbsp; The study recommends that service state corporations in Nairobi City County enhance the adoption of advanced inventory computerization systems to optimize procurement performance. Beyond existing tools such as inventory coding, RFID, and cloud-based systems, organizations should expand the use of technologies like Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to improve supplier coordination and streamline transactions. Management should also invest in continuous staff training and allocate sufficient resources to support the full implementation of computerized systems.</p> Njimu Ann Nyakio Dr. Akwalu Ezekiel Rossina Mwikali Kovulo Copyright (c) 2025 Njimu Ann Nyakio, Dr. Akwalu Ezekiel, Rossina Mwikali Kovulo https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 2025-10-15 2025-10-15 5 4 1 16 10.70619/vol5iss4pp1-16-636 https://edinburgjournals.org/journals/index.php/journal-of-procurement/article/view/644 <p>In recent times, the retail chain industry in Kenya has experienced challenges, leading to the closure of large retail outlets. After COVID-19, there was a re-emergence of retail supermarkets. This forms the motivation of the study. The study sought to investigate the relationship between supplier relationship management practice and the performance of large supermarkets in Nairobi Metropolitan. The study was grounded in Resource-Based Theory. The target population was 135 employees, consisting of managers, operations supervisors, stock coordinators, loss branch stock controllers, and transport and logistics supervisors of the selected large supermarkets. Primary data was obtained through a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistical techniques were applied, with simple linear regression analysis used to predict the relationships between supplier relationship management practice and supermarket performance. The data was analyzed through SPSS and presented using tables. The study found that supplier relationship management (β =0.576, p value =0.00) has a significant and positive relationship with the performance of large supermarkets in Nairobi Metropolitan. The study recommends that the supermarkets review and strengthen their quality control mechanisms and regular performance reviews to ensure consistent delivery and product standards. Supermarkets should also standardize supplier evaluation procedures to improve reliability and accountability across all suppliers.</p> Janet Nakile Dr. Mary Kibuine Mr. Daniel Kimemia Copyright (c) 2025 Janet Nakile, Dr. Mary Kibuine, Mr. Daniel Kimemia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 2025-10-21 2025-10-21 5 4 17 29 10.70619/vol5iss4pp17-29-644