SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER

JOB TITLE: Senior Procurement Officer

REPORTS TO: General Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

•  Procurement Planning and Strategy Development 

  Develop, review, and implement procurement plans in alignment with company objectives.

  Work closely with departmental heads to forecast procurement needs and ensure timely supply of required goods and services.

  Analyze market trends and supplier data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

• Sourcing and Supplier Management

  Identify, assess, and pre-qualify suppliers to build a robust vendor base.

  Manage supplier relationships to ensure high standards of service, delivery, and compliance.

  Organize periodic supplier evaluations to monitor performance, competitiveness, and reliability.

• Tendering and Contracting 

  Prepare bidding documents and manage competitive tendering processes in line with procurement guidelines.

  Lead negotiation processes to secure favorable terms and conditions.

  Draft and review supplier contracts, ensuring legal and policy compliance.

• Purchasing and Order Management 

  Raise purchase requisitions and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.

  Track and follow up on deliveries to ensure completeness and timeliness.

  Liaise with the finance team for prompt processing of payments to suppliers.

• Inventory and Logistics Coordination 

  Work with the Administrative team to manage stock levels and reduce waste.

  Coordinate with internal departments to ensure goods received are in line with expectations.

  Ensure proper documentation and recording of goods received.

• Compliance and Risk Management 

  Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and external legal/regulatory requirements.

  Monitor procurement risks and develop mitigation strategies.

  Maintain up-to-date procurement records for audit and reporting purposes.

• Reporting and Performance Monitoring 

  Generate periodic procurement reports for management decision-making.

  Monitor procurement KPIs such as cost savings, supplier performance, and contract delivery timelines.

  Identify and report challenges or inefficiencies in procurement processes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A relevant professional certification such as CIPS, CSCP, CA, Part 2 ACCA or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in procurement, preferably within a corporate setting.
• Strong knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and standards in Ghana.

• Experience in ERP or e-procurement systems is a must.

  SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: 

• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in procurement records and reports.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

MODE OF APPLICATION: 

Interested applicants may submit applications and curriculum vitae to the underlisted email address by September 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM

Email to: [email protected]

Subject line for your application should be the job title as advertised.

Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.