Procurement manager

• Experience level: Expert
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Vacancies: 1
• Compensation: Monthly

 Job Description – Procurement Specialist

Department: Corporate Services

Reports to: Director of Corporate Services

Job Grade/Level: Advanced Professional (P4)

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Position Purpose

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the

organization’s procurement activities, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition

of goods, services, and works required to support business operations. This role ensures

Procurement processes deliver value for money, mitigate risk, and align with organizational

objectives.

The Procurement Specialist oversees sourcing, purchasing, contract administration, supplier

management, and procurement governance. The role acts as a central authority for procurement

standards, ensuring transparency, efficiency, compliance, and alignment with operational needs and budgetary controls.

Key Responsibilities

A) Procurement Strategy & Spend Management

B) Sourcing, Purchasing & Operational Procurement

C) Contract, Tender & Compliance Management

D) Procurement Risk & Value Management

E) Operational & Stakeholder Coordination

F) Supplier & Vendor Management

G) Cost Control & Budget Management

H) SOPs, Documentation & Governance

I) Reporting & Performance Management

Prepare regular procurement reports covering spend, savings, supplier performance, and risks.

Track procurement KPIs and report variances with corrective action plans.

Provide management with insights on market trends, supplier risks, and sourcing opportunities.

Escalate critical procurement issues with clear recommendations and solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or

related field.

Bachelor Degree and 4 years or Master and 2 years work experience. The person must have 2 years

experience at experienced level in similar position. of progressive experience in procurement,

sourcing, or supply chain management.

Experience managing goods and services procurement across multiple categories is required.

Experience working with suppliers, contracts, and cross-functional stakeholders is essential.

Working Conditions

Full-time role with standard office hours; flexibility required during critical procurement cycles.

Occasional extended hours during tenders, negotiations, or urgent operational needs.

Primarily office-based with limited supplier meetings or site visits as required.

Operates in an environment requiring high ethical standards, accuracy, and compliance.