Tupande Procurement Specialist at One Acre Fund

About the Role

You will manage the Kenya Strategic Procurement Function, overseeing long-term purchase planning on behalf of One Acre Fund smallholder farmers. You will report to the Logistics procurement Lead.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management :establish high-quality contracts for frequent and critical procurement needs 
• Supplier Performance Management :Identify and address supplier performance gaps including to maintain supplier business relationships 
• Process improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement of existing processes 
• Partner management: represent OAF with external partners and suppliers.
• Team Management and Development   
• Demand and Procurement Forecasting

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 3+ years in team and people management in a similar position
• 5+ years of work experience in the supply chain field
• Great Data Analysis skills with excellent excel and numerical skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience working in a multinational or multicultural environment
• Project management experience is desirable
• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field
• Professional qualification such as CIPS or CILT
• Language: English and Swahili required