Procurement Officer at Nairobi Central Hardware

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a proactive & detail-oriented Procurement Officer to lead & optimize all purchasing activities at Nairobi Central Hardware Ltd. This role involves sourcing quality materials at competitive prices, managing supplier relationships, monitoring stock levels, & ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The ideal candidate will be commercially savvy, organized, & capable of supporting business operations through efficient & cost-effective procurement practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procurement Management:

Develop & implement procurement strategies & policies.

Manage the entire procurement process from requisition to delivery

Evaluate & select suppliers based on price, quality, & reliability

Supplier Relationship Management:

Establish & maintain relationships with key suppliers

Negotiate contracts, terms, & conditions with suppliers

Monitor supplier performance & resolve any issues or disputes

Inventory Management:

Monitor inventory levels & manage stock replenishment

Coordinate with warehouse & logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials

Cost Management:

Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities

Implement cost control measures without compromising quality

Compliance & Documentation:

Maintain accurate & up-to-date procurement records & documentation

Prepare reports on procurement activities & performance metrics

Tabulate price changes

Risk Management:

Monitor market price changes & follow suppliers for shortages to stock outs

Monitor seasonal items & sources with potential suppliers

Identify & mitigate procurement-related risks

Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions

Stakeholder Coordination:

Collaborate with internal departments to understand & their procurement needs

Provide guidance & support on procurement best practices

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.

Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS) is an added advantage.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the hardware industry.

Strong negotiation & communication skills.

Proficiency in procurement software & Microsoft Office Suite. Experience in using Tally. ERP Experience will be an added advantage.

Excellent analytical & problem-solving abilities.

Knowledge of local procurement regulations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

Excellent attention to detail & analytical skills

Good communicator and good work ethics

Demonstrate leadership skills

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

English

Kiswahili

Gujarati

Hindi

REPORTING:

You will report to the Chief Executive Officer

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