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JOB TITLE |
ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER |
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NATURE OF JOB |
FULL TIME |
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INDUSTRY |
REAL ESTATE/ CONSTRUCTION |
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SALARY |
KSHS.40,000 |
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JOB LOCATION |
NAIROBI |
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Support full-cycle procurement processes including planning, sourcing, evaluation, and award.
- Prepare and issue RFQs, LPOs, contracts, purchase agreements, and procurement reports.
- Conduct supplier analysis, assess performance, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Perform market research to identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities, new suppliers, and emerging trends.
- Assist in stock control, inventory reconciliations, and coordinating with site teams to ensure accurate materials tracking.
- Contribute to initiatives aimed at reducing material wastage and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
- Maintain and update procurement records, data, and ERP entries with accuracy and timeliness.
Contracts, Negotiation & Vendor Management
- Participate in commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, quality materials, and favorable terms.
- Support contract drafting, review, and administration in collaboration with legal and project teams.
- Monitor vendor performance, resolve supplier issues, and support corrective action planning.
- Coordinate prequalification processes and vendor onboarding activities.
Business Development & Tender Support
- Assist in preparing tender documents, technical and financial proposals, and compliance submissions.
- Support bid strategy discussions, coordination of inputs from multiple departments, and timely submission of tenders.
- Contribute to business development initiatives including new client acquisition, pitch presentations, and capability statements.
- Conduct market and competitor research to support strategic planning and business expansion goals.
Cross-Functional & Administrative Support
- Work closely with project, engineering, finance, logistics, and site teams to ensure smooth communication and workflow.
- Provide administrative and analytical support across projects and subsidiaries as needed.
- Develop weekly/monthly procurement and BD performance dashboards using Excel/ERP tools.
- Uphold company values, confidentiality, and ethical standards in all procurement and business dealings.
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
- Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 4–5 years of hands-on procurement experience, ideally within construction, real estate, or services industries
- Strong understanding of procurement procedures, supply chain operations, and contract management
- Proven experience in vendor relations, tendering processes, and proposal development
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel (pivot tables, dashboards, analytics)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities
- High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
HOW TO APPLY
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on
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- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.