Procurement · Full-time
Direct employerProcurement Manager
NairobiManager · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 12 Oct 2026

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Role overview
The Social House Nairobi is hiring a full-time Procurement Manager based in Nairobi. This role is ideal for someone experienced in procurement who can lead sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management to support the hotel's operations and financial goals.
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What you will do
- Develop procurement strategies that align with business needs and financial targets.
- Plan procurement activities based on departmental requirements and budgets.
- Source suppliers, evaluate their performance, and manage onboarding processes.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms with suppliers.
- Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Oversee the procurement process from requisition to invoice processing.
- Ensure quality standards and inventory levels meet operational demands.
- Maintain compliance with company policies and support audit processes.
- Prepare procurement reports and monitor key performance indicators.
- Lead and develop the procurement team to achieve performance goals.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Professional procurement qualification such as KISM or CIPS, either part-qualified or fully qualified.
- 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain management.
- At least 2 to 3 years in a supervisory or managerial procurement role.
- Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiations, and supplier relationship management.
- Ability to manage procurement budgets, analyse spending, and implement cost-saving measures.
- Knowledge of inventory management, stock planning, and demand forecasting.
- Proficiency in ERP, procurement, and inventory management systems.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting.
- Experience in hospitality, hotels, restaurants, retail, FMCG, or similar high-volume environments is highly desirable.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact with your application. The employer has not published a closing date.