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The Procurement Specialist – Strategy & Capability will lead strategic sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement projects that strengthen Tupande's procurement operations and financial sustainability. This is a mid-to-senior level role with managerial responsibility for BU-facing procurement leads and high visibility across departments. You will be a part of the Procurement team and will report directly to the Procurement Associate. This role is based in Kakamega and is onsite with occasional field engagement.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and track procurement-led projects aligned to Tupande's organizational priorities (e.g., BU Support , Market Access, Cash Crops, factory sourcing). Serve as the procurement project lead, coordinating teams, managing risks, and delivering on timelines.
• Act as the strategic liaison between Procurement and departments. Align procurement inputs with annual BU planning, ensure sourcing calendars match program timelines, and resolve competing sourcing demands.
• Lead process improvement initiatives across sourcing, contracting, and PO workflows. Help implement global SOPs, champion efficiency tools, and streamline the end-to-end procurement cycle.
• Collaborate with the Planning & Performance Specialist to monitor procurement health track PR ageing, Service level agreement adherence, vendor OTIF, and escalate critical risks or delays through executive reporting.
• Lead and support a team of BU-facing procurement leads. Provide performance coaching, set goals, and coordinate delivery across categories and departments.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 3 or more years of relevant workexperience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain project management.
• Proven track record of leading procurement projects and delivering measurable cost savings or operational improvements.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Odoo) and data tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Google Sheets.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex sourcing processes, including RFQs, vendor evaluations, and contract execution.
• Strong understanding of procurement planning, PR/PO systems, and category management.
• Language: English required. Swahili preferred.

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The Senior Contract Coordinator will lead Tupande's end-to-end procurement contracting processes ensuring efficient tendering, accurate pricing, and compliant supplier agreements that directly support our cost efficiency and risk mitigation goals. You will have high cross-functional influence, particularly with Legal, Finance, and Procurement teams. You will be a part of the Procurement team and report directly to the Procurement Associate . This role is based in Kakamega and is onsite.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and track all contracts and LTAs; ensure accurate version control, renewals, and full compliance with internal policies and legal standards.
• Maintain pricing trackers, support supplier negotiations, and ensure agreed terms are captured and enforced through contracts.
• Monitor contract expiry risks, coordinate legal approvals, and uphold procurement compliance through accurate records and document control.
• Identify opportunities to improve tendering workflows and contract management tools in collaboration with the Head of Procurement.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, or sourcing operations.
• Experience managing high-volume contract lifecycles, including drafting, renewal tracking, and legal coordination.
• Working knowledge of procurement systems and document control tools (e.g., Odoo, SAP, Google Suite).
• Familiarity with pricing structures, supplier evaluation, and vendor compliance processes.gra
• Language: English required; Swahili preferred.

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The Procurement Fellow is an entry-level, developmental role designed to build core procurement skills while contributing to daily sourcing and purchasing operations. Fellows will support PR processing, tender preparation, contract tracking, and supplier communication helping deliver value and efficiency across Tupande's procurement function. You will be a part of the Procurement team and will report directly to a Procurement Category Specialist This role is based in Kakamega and is onsite.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requests (PRs), prepare RFQs, and assist in vendor selection and PO creation under the guidance of procurement leads.
• Help track contract versions, support documentation reviews, and coordinate sign-offs with other teams and suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers for quotation follow-ups, delivery updates, and basic clarification requests.
• Maintain procurement trackers, support weekly team reporting, and help update dashboards and databases.
• Participate in team trainings, onboarding programs, and rotational assignments across categories or procurement functions.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 0–2 years of professional experience in procurement, supply chain, finance, or related operational fields.
• Familiarity with procurement processes such as PR creation, RFQs, or vendor coordination (academic or internship experience acceptable).