Background

Our client, a premier provider of cutting-edge power systems, HVAC, and infrastructure solutions across Africa, based in Nairobi, is seeking to fill the role of a Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing and strengthen supply chain performance within the power and energy sector.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, and negotiations
• Manage contracts and monitor supplier performance
• Ensure timely procurement of power equipment, including LV panels and related materials
• Drive cost optimization and value improvement initiatives
• Enforce procurement compliance and governance standards
• Prepare procurement reports and KPIs
• Coordinate importation processes including supplier follow-ups, shipping, and clearance
• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure proper inventory management and stock control
• Provide team leadership and mentorship

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certification (CIPS/KISM) preferred
• 3–4 years’ procurement experience
• Mandatory experience in the energy/power sector
• Hands-on experience with LV panels and electrical equipment procurement
• Mandatory proven experience in importation processes (international sourcing, logistics, customs clearance)
• Warehouse management experience (inventory control, stock management, material handling)
• Proven team leadership experience
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills

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• Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, and negotiations
• Manage contracts and monitor supplier performance
• Ensure timely procurement of power equipment, including LV panels and related materials
• Drive cost optimization and value improvement initiatives
• Enforce procurement compliance and governance standards
• Prepare procurement reports and KPIs
• Coordinate importation processes including supplier follow-ups, shipping, and clearance
• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure proper inventory management and stock control
• Provide team leadership and mentorship

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certification (CIPS/KISM) preferred
• 3–4 years’ procurement experience
• Mandatory experience in the energy/power sector
• Hands-on experience with LV panels and electrical equipment procurement
• Mandatory proven experience in importation processes (international sourcing, logistics, customs clearance)
• Warehouse management experience (inventory control, stock management, material handling)
• Proven team leadership experience