At Mukuru, strong partnerships and smart decisions behind the scenes make everything possible.
As a Procurement Administrator, you help keep the business running smoothly by making sure the right suppliers, processes, and controls are in place. Your work ensures we operate efficiently, stay compliant, and deliver on what matters most.
What this role is really aboutThis role is all about keeping procurement flowing, accurate, and compliant.
You’ll play a key part in managing the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process making sure every request, purchase, and payment is handled correctly from start to finish.
What you’ll get stuck intoManaging the P2P process- Review and validate purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance
- Ensure all procurement transactions follow policies and approvals
- Maintain visibility across the full procurement lifecycle (requisition to payment)
- Convert approved requisitions into purchase orders
- Track and monitor purchase orders and requisitions
- Support sourcing activities alongside the procurement team
- Ensure procurement activities meet internal controls and audit standards
- Flag and manage non-compliant spend or supplier issues
- Keep all procurement documentation accurate and audit-ready
- Support the three-way matching process (PO, invoice, receipt)
- Assist with resolving invoice and payment discrepancies
- Monitor outstanding transactions and ensure timely processing
- Act as a key link between Procurement, Finance, suppliers, and business teams
- Follow up on approvals, documentation, and supplier requirements
- Support supplier onboarding and compliance tracking
- Maintain accurate procurement system data
- Support reporting and tracking of procurement activities
- Identify gaps and suggest improvements to processes and systems
- A relevant degree or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or similar
- Around 1–2 years’ experience in procurement or a similar environment
- Understanding of procurement processes and compliance requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills
- You’re organised and detail-focused
- You take ownership and follow things through
- You enjoy solving problems and improving processes
- You work well with different teams and stakeholders
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS
Skills Required
- Degree or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or similar
- Around 1-2 years' experience in procurement or a similar environment
- Understanding of procurement processes and compliance requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills
What We Do
Mukuru is one of the largest money transfer providers in Africa and a leading Next Gen Financial Services Platform that offers affordable and reliable financial services to the emerging consumer. The foundation of our business was built by providing the continent’s migrant diaspora with safe, convenient international money transfers. From this base we have grown a wide range of products and services that take their cue from our customers’ needs and aspirations for greater financial security and a better life. To this end, we continue to build a highly robust and resilient physical and digital financial payments infrastructure across Africa that unlocks new value-added services for our loyal customers. This includes cash transfers, Mukuru Funeral Cover, and the Mukuru Card. As a fintech provider, Mukuru has underpinned its successful customer engagement strategy with the ability to ‘speak the language’ of its users and gain a grassroots understanding of the unique pain points that customers face in each market. Our engagement platforms include WhatsApp, free USSD, the Mukuru App, and the website. Customers are always able to speak to Mukuru about any challenges or difficulties with the platform, whether it’s a Mukuru agent in a physical booth, at a branch, over the telephone, or via a virtual live chat function in a language of the customer’s choosing, and often in their mother tongue. Take a walk through our Contact Centre at any time, and you’ll hear conversations in 15 languages – our very own united nations of Africa and Asia.
