Head of Procurement

  • Full Time , Onsite
  • Nairobi

This is a high-impact role for a procurement professional who understands that sourcing is more than purchasing but rather a commercial function that directly drives profitability.
This is a commercially critical role for a procurement professional who has operated at the intersection of sourcing, projects, and technical materials.

We are seeking a senior procurement leader with over 15+ years’ experience and a proven background across prints media, construction, paints industries and or manufacturing sector, and strong exposure to international sourcing, particularly Asian and European markets.

If you understand how procurement decisions impact project delivery, quality, and margins, this role will align well with your experience.

What You Will Own;

End-to-end ownership of procurement and strategic sourcing across local and international markets; 
Direct sourcing of printing materials, branding/advertising inputs, construction materials, and project supplies 
Building and managing supplier networks across Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Africa 
Leading supplier negotiations, contract structuring, and cost optimization initiatives 
Driving value engineering and cost-saving strategies across all categories 
Partnering with internal stakeholders to align procurement with project delivery timelines and commercial goals 
Establishing and enforcing procurement policies, controls, and governance 
On logistics & supply coordination (oversight role)

Provide strategic oversight of import logistics and supply flow, ensuring alignment with sourcing decisions 
Work closely with clearing agents, freight forwarders, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency 
Monitor landed cost structures, including freight, duties, and currency exposure 
Identify and resolve supply chain bottlenecks without directly managing day-to-day logistics operations 

Who This Role Will Suit;

You are likely:

A senior procurement manager / head of procurement with strong sourcing credentials 
Currently operating within print media, packaging, advertising, media, manufacturing or construction environments 
Hands-on in sourcing from European and Asian markets;
Commercially driven, with a strong ability to negotiate, influence, and deliver cost efficiencies 

What Sets You Apart

15+ years of progressive procurement experience, with significant international exposure 
Proven ability to build and manage high-performing supplier networks 
Strong grasp of cross-border trade and import dynamics (without being purely logistics-focused) 
Demonstrated impact in cost reduction, supplier optimization, and procurement transformation 
Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSP (K) are advantageous 

Why This Role

Direct influence on cost, margins, and supplier strategy 
High level of autonomy and decision-making authority 
Opportunity to shape procurement across multiple industries 
A role designed for a commercially astute, execution-focused leader

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