JOB TITLE

 

ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

REAL ESTATE/ CONSTRUCTION

SALARY

KSHS.40,000

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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.