{"id":94846,"date":"2026-04-22T16:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T16:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/head-of-procurement-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T16:00:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T16:00:49","slug":"head-of-procurement-2","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/job\/head-of-procurement-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Head of Procurement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>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.<br \/>\nThis is a commercially critical role for a procurement professional who has operated at the intersection of sourcing, projects, and technical materials.<\/p>\n<p>We are seeking a senior procurement leader with over 15+ years\u2019 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.<\/p>\n<p>If you understand how procurement decisions impact project delivery, quality, and margins, this role will align well with your experience.<\/p>\n<p>What You Will Own;<\/p>\n<p>\tEnd-to-end ownership of procurement and strategic sourcing across local and international markets;\u00a0<br \/>\n\tDirect sourcing of printing materials, branding\/advertising inputs, construction materials, and project supplies\u00a0<br \/>\n\tBuilding and managing supplier networks across Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Africa\u00a0<br \/>\n\tLeading supplier negotiations, contract structuring, and cost optimization initiatives\u00a0<br \/>\n\tDriving value engineering and cost-saving strategies across all categories\u00a0<br \/>\n\tPartnering with internal stakeholders to align procurement with project delivery timelines and commercial goals\u00a0<br \/>\n\tEstablishing and enforcing procurement policies, controls, and governance\u00a0<br \/>\n\tOn logistics &amp; 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