Procurement Lead

1 day ago

Tatu City Kiambu, Kenya Tatu City Full time 1,200,000 - 2,400,000 per year

Position Overview
Tatu City is seeking to hire a Procurement Lead to spearhead the procurement strategy and planning. This role involves developing and implementing project-specific procurement strategies, conducting market research, and managing a vendor database. The Procurement Lead will also oversee the tendering process, negotiate contracts, and ensure supplier compliance while maintaining meticulous records and providing regular status reports.

Procurement Strategy & Planning:

  • Develop and implement the project-specific Procurement Strategy and Plan, ensuring alignment with the overall project schedule and budget
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify suitable suppliers and subcontractors, both locally and internationally
  • Establish and manage a comprehensive database of pre-qualified, approved vendors and subcontractors
  • Work closely with the design and construction teams to develop clear and detailed scopes of work and specifications for all procurement packages

Tendering, Negotiation & Contract Award:

  • Lead the end-to-end tendering process, including the preparation of tender documents (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs), and issuance to bidders
  • Manage all communications and clarifications with tenderers during the bidding period
  • Lead the technical and commercial evaluation of all bids, ensuring a fair and transparent process
  • Act as the lead negotiator on all commercial terms, conditions, and pricing to secure the best possible value for the project
  • Prepare detailed recommendation for award reports and finalize contract documents for execution

Supplier & Contract Management:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers and subcontractors on all commercial and contractual matters
  • Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, quality standards, and delivery schedules
  • Manage the procurement and delivery of long-lead items to ensure they are available in line with the construction program
  • Work with the project team to resolve any supplier-related issues or disputes

Compliance & Reporting:

  • Ensure all procurement activities are conducted with the highest level of integrity and are in full compliance with company policies and ethical standards
  • Maintain meticulous records of all procurement activities, from tendering to contract award and close-out
  • Prepare and present regular procurement status reports to the Project Manager, highlighting progress, risks, and key commercial insights

Requirements
Skills and experience

  • : A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Quantity Surveying, Law, Business, or a related field
  • Professional Certifications: Professional qualification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) or an equivalent body is essential
  • Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in a strategic procurement role within the construction industry
  • Industry Background: Must have extensive experience working for a major international main contractor or developer. Proven track record of procuring high-value packages for large-scale building projects (e.g., main contractors, facades, MEP systems, finishes, FF&E) is mandatory
  • International Exposure: Demonstrable experience in managing international procurement processes and complex global supply chains
  • Contractual Knowledge: Expert knowledge of construction contract forms (e.g., FIDIC) and strong contract administration skills. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is advantageous

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