Specialist, Procurement

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Hiring Remotely in Marunda, KEN
Remote
Mid level
Information Technology • Professional Services • Consulting • Automation
The Role
Manage end-to-end procurement for MRO materials and services: source and evaluate suppliers, process POs, negotiate contracts, monitor inventory and delivery, use ERP (SAP Ariba/SAP), analyze spend, and support continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.
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Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage end-to-end procurement activities for MRO materials and services, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing.

  • Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage suppliers to achieve the best commercial and technical outcomes.

  • Process purchase requisitions (PR) into purchase orders (PO) and monitor delivery to ensure on-time fulfillment.

  • Maintain supplier relationships and conduct regular performance evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance.

  • Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, operations, and warehouse teams to understand procurement requirements and support operational needs.

  • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and service agreements to optimize procurement costs.

  • Monitor inventory levels and procurement lead times to minimize stock shortages while avoiding excess inventory.

  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procurement procedures, and regulatory requirements.

  • Utilize SAP Ariba (or other ERP systems) to manage sourcing, purchasing, supplier data, and procurement documentation.

  • Analyze procurement spending, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Resolve supplier issues related to delivery, quality, and commercial matters to minimize operational disruptions.

  • Prepare procurement reports, supplier performance metrics, and spend analysis for management review.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement, with hands-on experience managing MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) categories in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

  • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices.

  • Experience in procuring MRO items such as spare parts, mechanical and electrical equipment, consumables, industrial tools, PPE, and maintenance services.

  • Familiarity with ERP systems, preferably SAP Ariba and SAP.

  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a cost-conscious mindset.

  • Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

  • Good command of written and spoken English.

Disclaimer:

When you send us your resume and personal details, it is deemed you have provided your consent to us retaining your information in our talent recruitment database. All information provided will only be used for the recruitment process. RGE will only collect, use, process or disclose personal information where and when allowed to under applicable laws.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. We endeavour to respond to every applicant. However, if you do not receive a response from us within 60 days, please consider your application for this position unsuccessful. We may contact you in the future for any opportunities that match your qualifications and experience.

Thank you for considering a career with RGE.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement with hands-on MRO category management in a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Experience procuring MRO items: spare parts, mechanical and electrical equipment, consumables, industrial tools, PPE, and maintenance services
  • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices
  • Familiarity with ERP systems
  • Experience with SAP Ariba and SAP
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a cost-conscious mindset
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; good command of written and spoken English
  • Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
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The Company
HQ: Kuala Lumpur
956 Employees

What We Do

Averis is a global business services provider that delivers comprehensive back-office operations, consultancy, and management support solutions in areas such as Finance, Human Resources, and IT.

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