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Procurement Officer
CountyNot specifiedCityNot specifiedContractFull TimePosted2026-08-21Close dateNot specifiedExperience2 yearsSourceJobWeb Kenya
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AI summary
City Eye Hospital is hiring a Procurement Officer to manage local procurement and inventory activities. The role involves preparing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, maintaining records, and supporting user departments. A business-related degree and 2–3 years of purchasing experience, preferably in healthcare, are required.
- Full-time role focused on local procurement and inventory management
- Requires 2–3 years of purchasing experience, ideally in a hospital setting
- Involves supplier negotiation, purchase orders, and cost analysis
- Requires a degree in Business Administration or related field
- Strong communication, customer care, and computer skills needed
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required2+ 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.
- PreferredPractical evidence in call_center, procurement, purchasingThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Procurement Officer evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to City Eye Hospital and the role in Not specified.
- Add concrete examples related to call_center, procurement, purchasing, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from JobWeb Kenya; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
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- Deadline not specified
- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Procurement Officer role in call_center, procurement?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Not specified under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
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Original source description
- Overall Purpose of the Role
- To assist in managing all local procurement and inventory activities of City Eye Hospital.
- Main Duties and
Responsibilities
- Technical Skills
- Procurement & Purchasing
- Support the implementation and execution of procurement and purchasing strategies.
- Prepare and issue local purchase orders to suppliers.
- Negotiate credit terms with suppliers.
- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
- Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
- Perform cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking.
- Partner with user departments to ensure clear
- Take part in company projects.
- Carry out any other tasks that may be assigned by the Line Manager and/or any other person placed in authority over you.
- People Management
- Implement Procurement Departmental objectives in assigned duties in line with the company’s performance management policy.
- Ensure strong communication between team members to facilitate the exchange of information and implementation of change and improvements.
- Attend and actively participate in departmental and company meetings.
- Customer Service
- Develop and oversee appropriate dealings through effective relations with the general public and all organizational stakeholders to protect the reputation and image of City Eye Hospital and its subsidiaries.
- Assist in directing patients to procedure rooms and other service points.
- Process
Requirements
- documentation.
- Inventory & Supply Management
- Determine the quantity and timing of deliveries.
- Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand and maintain buffer stock at all times.
- Coordinate and work with user departments on all inventory-related matters.
- Maintain warranty records for all purchased items.
- Procurement Records & Reporting
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Maintain the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
- Ensure procurement and inventory records are accurate and up to date.
- General
- from other departments promptly and efficiently.
- Maintain customer satisfaction ratings at or above departmental objectives at all times.
- Maintain courtesy and professionalism when interacting with all team members and colleagues across departments.
Knowledge and Skills
- Required
- Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of
Experience
- as a Purchasing Officer, preferably within a hospital or healthcare environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Exceptional communication and customer care skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Computer literacy skills.
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