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Direct employerPurchasing Assistant

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Role overview
MP Shah Hospital in Nairobi is hiring a Purchasing Assistant to support its Procurement department. This role is suitable for candidates with experience in procurement or supply chain operations who hold relevant diplomas and professional memberships.
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What you will do
- Receive and process approved purchase requisitions and prepare Local Purchase Orders (LPOs).
- Source suppliers, maintain supplier records, and follow up on orders and deliveries.
- Monitor outstanding purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Coordinate receipt and verification of delivered items against approved orders and specifications.
- Maintain accurate procurement records including quotations, LPOs, delivery notes, GRNs, and invoices.
- Support stock monitoring, stocktaking, and replenishment to minimise stock-outs and wastage.
- Prepare procurement updates and reports on purchase orders, supplier performance, and procurement activities.
Requirements
- Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related field.
- Membership of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
- At least two years of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain operations.
- Knowledge of procurement procedures, inventory management, and supplier management.
- Familiarity with ERP or procurement management systems.
- Skills in supplier sourcing and quotation analysis.
- Ability to manage inventory and stock.
- Proficiency with LPO and GRN processes.
- Competence in procurement documentation and record management.
How to apply
Apply through the hospital's recruitment portal by 15 November 2026. Include your education background and work experience in your profile as part of the application.