Procurement Officer -Female Candidates Encouraged To Apply (Medium Sized Experiential Marketing)

Requirements:  Diploma Or Degree In Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Or Related Field. Strong Knowledge Of Sourcing Promotional And Branding Materials. Strong Negotiation And Cost-Control Skills. Knowledge Of Printing Processes And Branding Production Methods. Strong Supplier Network Within Marketing & Promotional Merchandise Industry.

Experience:  Minimum 3 Years Experience As A Procurement Officer In A Busy Marketing Agency (Preferably Btl-Focused), Or Manufacturing Company, Or Fast-Paced Service Sector Organization. Those Who Have Worked In A Fast Paced Marketing Environment And Capable Of Handling Urgent Project Based Procurement With Strict Timeliness And Cost Control Will Have An Obvious Advantage. Experience Working Under Tight Deadlines And Project-Based Environments. Experience In Event/Activation Procurement.

Salary:  Kshs. 60,000 - 80,000 Plus Company Benefits

Responsibilities: - 

• Btl & Promotional Procurement: Source And Negotiate Pricing For Promotional Merchandise (E.G., Branded Giveaways, Pos Materials, Display Stands, Banners, T-Shirts, Caps, Etc.). Procure Branding Materials For Activations, Roadshows, Exhibitions, And Trade Promotions. Coordinate Production Timelines With Printers, Fabricators, Branding Suppliers, And Event Vendors. Ensure Quality Control And Compliance With Client Brand Guidelines. 
• Vendor & Supplier Management: Identify And Develop Reliable Suppliers For Marketing Materials And Event Logistics. Negotiate Contracts, Pricing, And Payment Terms. Maintain Supplier Database And Performance Records. Conduct Supplier Evaluations To Ensure Quality And Cost Efficiency. 
• Project-Based Procurement Support: Work Closely With Account Managers And Activation Teams To Understand Campaign Requirements. Ensure Materials Are Delivered On Time For Activations And Consumer Research Projects. Monitor Budgets Per Campaign And Ensure Cost-Effective Procurement. 
• Office & Operational Procurement: Purchase General Office Supplies And Equipment. Manage Inventory Levels For Frequently Used Promotional Materials. Ensure Proper Documentation, Purchase Orders, And Approvals. 
• Compliance & Reporting: Prepare Procurement Reports And Cost Analysis. Maintain Accurate Records Of Purchases And Supplier Contracts. Ensure Adherence To Company Procurement Policies And Financial Controls.