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Procurement Coordinator
CountyKiambuCityKiambuContractFull TimePosted2026-08-18Close dateNot specifiedExperience3 yearsSourceJobWeb Kenya
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AI summary
TakaTaka Solutions is hiring a Procurement Coordinator in Kiambu, Kenya, to lead end-to-end procurement activities including RFQ sourcing, supplier evaluation, LPO management, contract negotiation, and compliance. The role requires a degree in Procurement or Supply Chain, KISM registration, and 3–5 years of progressive experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or coordinator position.
- Full-time role based in Kiambu, Kenya
- Leads RFQ sourcing, supplier evaluation, and LPO management
- Requires KISM registration and a Procurement/Supply Chain degree
- 3–5 years' experience with at least 2 years supervisory/coordinator level
- Involves contract negotiation, budget management, and compliance reporting
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- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
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- RequiredAvailability to work in KiambuThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description
- Review approved purchase requisitions for completeness (specs, quantities, budget, timelines) and assign follow-up actions to the Procurement Assistant.
- Coordinate RFQ sourcing strategy (supplier selection, invitation list, timelines) and ensure quotation comparisons are complete and accurate before approval.
- Lead supplier evaluation and selection decisions (pricing, quality, lead time, compliance documents) and approve recommendations before LPO issuance.
- Review and approve LPOs in line with the approval matrix; ensure LPOs are issued promptly and shared with suppliers/internal users.
- Oversee delivery follow-up for all open LPOs; escalate delays/backorders, agree corrective actions with suppliers, and update internal stakeholders.
- Ensure receiving confirmations are properly completed with Stores/Users (delivery notes, GRNs, service completion confirmations).
- Manage resolution of procurement issues (wrong items, short deliveries, damaged goods, delays) including replacements, credit notes, and supplier accountability.
- Enforce full procurement documentation compliance and filing standards (requisition, RFQ, quotes, comparison, approvals, LPO, GRN/delivery note, invoice, contracts/warranties).
- Coordinate with Finance/Accounts to ensure supplier invoices match LPO and delivery documentation (3-way matching controls) and support timely payment processing.
- Provide weekly status updates to management (open requisitions, open LPOs, pending deliveries, escalations, and key supplier issues).
- Develop, monitor, and manage departmental budgets and procurement plans.
- Lead supplier sourcing and evaluations, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
- Negotiate high value contracts and framework agreements to secure favorable terms.
- Support compliance with statutory and regulatory procurement requirements.
- Consolidate procurement needs from different departments to leverage economies of scale.
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends, price fluctuations, and alternative sourcing options.
- Standardize procurement processes and introduce best practices for efficiency.
- Review and approve supplier prequalification processes to ensure only vetted suppliers are engaged.
- Monitor and analyze procurement KPIs to track departmental performance.
- Provide management with regular reports on procurement activities, savings, and supplier performance.
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Must be a fully registered member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
- Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS) will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 3 – 5 years’ progressive
Experience
- in procurement and supply chain, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or coordinator role.
- Demonstrated
- in supplier negotiations, contracts management, and strategic sourcing.
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