Procurement Officer at Tai Talent Matters

Our client, Sierra Premium Breweries Ltd, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Officer to join their Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full procurement cycle, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and value for money in the acquisition of goods and services. The role involves strategic planning, tendering, supplier management, and ensuring procurement practices align with company policies and the Public Procurement Act.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including planning, sourcing, tendering, and contract management.

Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices

Liaise with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and quality assurance of goods and services.

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and relevant regulations (e.g., Public Procurement Act).

Develop and manage procurement plans, including forecasting needs and evaluating supplier performance.

Collaborate with Finance to support timely supplier payments and budget adherence.

Maintain and update the approved supplier database and support vendor prequalification processes.

Support disposal processes and other administrative procurement tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.

In-depth knowledge of procurement systems and ERP platforms.

Active membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., CIPS, KISM).

A minimum of 5 years of experience in a busy procurement environment in the FMCG or manufacturing sector.

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

Key Competencies

Strong understanding of procurement laws, policies, and best practices, including the Public Procurement Act.

Proficient in developing and managing procurement plans and forecasts.

Experience in supplier management, including pre-qualification and performance evaluation.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Strong collaboration and communication skills, particularly in working with finance and operations teams.

Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, especially in contract and asset management

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