ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

JOB TITLE

ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

REAL ESTATE/ CONSTRUCTION

SALARY

KSHS.40,000

JOB LOCATION

NAIROBI

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

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• Support full-cycle procurement processes including planning, sourcing, evaluation, and award.
  
• Prepare and issue RFQs, LPOs, contracts, purchase agreements, and procurement reports.
  
• Conduct supplier analysis, assess performance, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
  
• Perform market research to identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities, new suppliers, and emerging trends.
  
• Assist in stock control, inventory reconciliations, and coordinating with site teams to ensure accurate materials tracking.
  
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at reducing material wastage and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
  
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
  
• Maintain and update procurement records, data, and ERP entries with accuracy and timeliness.
  

Contracts, Negotiation & Vendor Management

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• Participate in commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, quality materials, and favorable terms.
  
• Support contract drafting, review, and administration in collaboration with legal and project teams.
  
• Monitor vendor performance, resolve supplier issues, and support corrective action planning.
  
• Coordinate prequalification processes and vendor onboarding activities.
  

Business Development & Tender Support

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• Assist in preparing tender documents, technical and financial proposals, and compliance submissions.
  
• Support bid strategy discussions, coordination of inputs from multiple departments, and timely submission of tenders.
  
• Contribute to business development initiatives including new client acquisition, pitch presentations, and capability statements.
  
• Conduct market and competitor research to support strategic planning and business expansion goals.
  

Cross-Functional & Administrative Support

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• Work closely with project, engineering, finance, logistics, and site teams to ensure smooth communication and workflow.
  
• Provide administrative and analytical support across projects and subsidiaries as needed.
  
• Develop weekly/monthly procurement and BD performance dashboards using Excel/ERP tools.
  
• Uphold company values, confidentiality, and ethical standards in all procurement and business dealings.
  

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

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• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
  
• 4–5 years of hands-on procurement experience, ideally within construction, real estate, or services industries
  
• Strong understanding of procurement procedures, supply chain operations, and contract management
  
• Proven experience in vendor relations, tendering processes, and proposal development
  
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills
  
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel (pivot tables, dashboards, analytics)
  
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities
  
• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
  

HOW TO APPLY

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• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
  
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.