Job overview

The Group Procurement Officer is responsible for managing and coordinating procurement activities across the companies to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality acquisition of goods and services.

The role focuses on:

• Supplier management
• Contract administration
• Inventory coordination
• Compliance with procurement policies
• Supporting operational efficiency across all company units

Education requirements

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPSP, CIPS, or an equivalent procurement qualification will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of procurement laws, inventory management, and contract management is preferred.

Relevant work experience

Applicants should have the following experience:

• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing operations.
• Experience in handling group or multi-unit procurement activities within a large organization.
• Strong knowledge of supplier sourcing, negotiation, tendering, and contract management.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, or procurement management systems.
• Good understanding of importation procedures, logistics coordination, and inventory control.
• Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and procurement records efficiently.

Core responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Coordinate procurement activities for all company departments and business units.
• Source reliable suppliers and negotiate favourable prices, terms, and contracts.
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely replenishment of materials and supplies.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Coordinate tendering and quotation processes to ensure competitive purchasing.
• Track deliveries and ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and supplier databases.
• Work closely with finance, logistics, and departmental teams to support operational needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement efficiency.
• Ensure quality standards are met for all procured goods and services.
• Support importation and logistics processes when required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management related to procurement and supply chain operations.

Key competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• High integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Coordinate procurement activities for all company departments and business units.
• Source reliable suppliers and negotiate favourable prices, terms, and contracts.
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely replenishment of materials and supplies.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Coordinate tendering and quotation processes to ensure competitive purchasing.
• Track deliveries and ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and supplier databases.
• Work closely with finance, logistics, and departmental teams to support operational needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement efficiency.
• Ensure quality standards are met for all procured goods and services.
• Support importation and logistics processes when required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management related to procurement and supply chain operations.

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• High integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPSP, CIPS, or an equivalent procurement qualification will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of procurement laws, inventory management, and contract management is preferred.