# Senior Procurement Officer Job Tatu City Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/senior-procurement-officer-job-tatu-city Company: Tatu City Category: Administration & Office Support Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-09-11 Expires: 2026-10-26 ## Job Description Procurement Jobs. Tatu City Jobs. Senior Procurement Officer. Leading procurement strategies, managing supplier tendering, negotiating contracts, and optimizing supply chain costs for large-scale developments, requiring a Supply Chain/Procurement Degree, CIPS certification/KISM registration, and 10+ years senior procurement experience. Position Overview The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for leading the implementation of a well- integrated, efficient, systematic, strategic sourcing and procurement process in alignment with internal policies and relevant legal requirements. ### Key Responsibilities - Ensure that procurement strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets across the group: terms and conditions, supplier selection/de-selection, evaluation and rationalization of supply chain solutions. - Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities regarding procurement. - Contribute to overall business strategy and annual budget process. - Prepare the annual procurement budget and forecasts. - Take ownership of the procurement policy, guidelines and any associated documents. - Initiate and develop creative and innovative procurement processes(eProcurement). - Responsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers at a senior and strategic level. - Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders if appropriate. - Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms. - Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power - Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers across Rendeavour. - Develop a vendor base that creates and sustains a competitive advantage by exploiting global markets and leveraging spending. - Develop, implement and maintain a supplier relationship and evaluation process to measure effective supplier performance and compliance. - Drive process improvements in the procurement process across Rendeavour. - Coach, mentor, develop direct reports, and manage a high-performing team that delivers continuous improvement, added value, and cost reductions. - Monitoring and enforcing procurement policies and procedures as per the CGHB. - Ensure strong communication between teams. - Ensure that the function operates in accordance with any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of staff. - Establish a strategy and best practices for staff to ensure the achievement of overall business objectives. - Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance. - Work collaboratively, negotiate and engage with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with the procurement strategy. - Communicate with stakeholders the impact of market change and potential effects on supply. - Recommend solutions without compromising quality or service while optimizing cost. Requirements Skills and Experience - A bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or any other related field is required. - A minimum of seven (10) years’ experience in sourcing, procurement, and contracts, with at least three (3) of these in a management position. - Experience sourcing construction or building materials is a plus. - A diploma or professional qualification in Supply Chain Management, e.g., CIPS. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Keen on operational excellence and process improvements to achieve efficiency and effectiveness - Experience working in the construction industry or a multinational company is an added advantage. ### How to Apply Click here to apply ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.