Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Puratos is an international group, which offers a full range of innovative products and application expertise for artisans, industry, retailers and food service customers in the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors.Our headquarters are just outside Brussels (Belgium), where the company was founded in 1919. Almost a century later, our products and serv...

Responsibilities or duties

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and optimizing procurement operations in Puratos Kenya, ensuring alignment with global standards while enhancing cost efficiency, supplier performance, compliance, and import/export effectiveness.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

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

Excellent command of English, both written and spoken

Experience needed

5-10 years of professional experience in procurement and supply chain operations

Proven experience in import/export operations and local sourcing

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Solid understanding of international trade regulations and Kenyan customs procedures

Professional certification (CIPS, CPSP-K) or KISM membership is an added advantage

• Align procurement activities with Puratos’ global strategy, policies, and procedures
• Source raw materials locally and internationally in a cost-efficient manner
• Create, manage, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery
• Oversee import/export processes, including documentation and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, clearing agents, and government authorities
• Maintain and update the supplier database in line with vendor management standards
• Support supplier performance evaluations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and sustainability standards
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with planning teams to prevent stock disruptions
• Prepare procurement reports and provide actionable insights for decision-making

• Import/export operations
• Local sourcing
• International trade regulations
• Kenyan customs procedures
• Supplier performance evaluation
• Inventory management
• Procurement reporting
• Cost efficiency
• Compliance
• English (written and spoken)

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Professional certification (CIPS, CPSP-K) or KISM membership is an added advantage