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The Sourcing Executive will be responsible for sourcing products from various markets in Uganda, and possibly within the EAC. The employee will be responsible for identifying reliable suppliers for items including fabric & promotional give away items. The Sourcing Executive will discuss requirements with the sales & marketing team to understand what our clients are looking for, so that when he/she in is the market, he/she can identify the product that will fulfill the client’s requirements. The employee should be able to also identify products that he/she thinks we should be able to sell to our clients, so that our sales & marketing team can propose this to our clients.

  • Minimum Qualification : Bachelors
  • Experience Level : Mid level
  • Experience Length : 5 years

Job Description/Requirements

Job Location: Kampala, Uganda


Residency status: Preferably Ugandan National or holder of Certificate of Residence , but open to Expatriates 


Qualification: Bachelor’ Degree/Diploma in procurement, supply chain, business is preferred


Linguistic skills: Fluent in English (Spoken & Written) 

      Intermediate knowledge of either Hindi, Swahili, Luganda is preferred


Experience: At least 5 years of experience in sourcing or procurement


Age: Above 27 Years 


Product Line: Garmenting & promotional giveaway items


Remuneration: Salary is market competitive


About the Company:

Fusion Africa Ltd. was established over 10 years ago, and today is amongst the largest garment manufacturers in Uganda. The Company manufactures all types of garments including but not limited to: t-shirts, overalls, corporate uniforms, security uniforms, and sports jerseys. In addition the Company supplies promotional give away items. The Company’s primary clients are Multinational Corporations, Banks, Insurance Firms, Security Companies, FMCG & manufacturers.

Fusion Africa Ltd. is a sister company to Graphic Systems (U) Ltd, which is amongst the largest printing & packaging companies in East Africa.

Click the following link to learn more about our company culture: https://graphicsystems-ea.com/our-culture/


Key Skills:

1.Ability to identify multiple suppliers for various items that are requested for by our sales & marketing team

2.Ability to identify products that can be sold to our clients


Key Responsibilities

1.Sourcing and procurement

a. Expected to go to the local market daily to identify suppliers for textile and promo items. Also explore new product range for promo items in local market. 

b. Preparation & Submission of LPO in ERP for Special purchase.

c. Ensuring order Confirmation are received from suppliers.

d. Material follow up against pending orders.

e. Developing and maintaining relationships with vendors to secure favorable  pricing and terms for promotional items and Fabric.

f. Researching new products and suppliers for promotional items & fabric in EAC.

g. Negotiating contracts and agreements with vendors to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of promotional items.

h .Analyzing procurement data and trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

i. Sample arrangement/procurement for client’s as per approved sample given by marketing team.

j. Any other work which affects company financially.


Key Performance Indicators

1.Report generation

2.Innovative product sourcing

3.Saving opportunities


Application Process:

Interested candidates should follow the below process to complete their application for this employment opportunity

1.Complete an online assessment by following this link: https://app.testgorilla.com/s/5v082hzx

2.Once applications are closed, a shortlist of candidates will be invited for an online meeting

3.Once the interview process is completed, the selected candidate will be sent an offer letter


Application Deadline: 

Interested candidates must complete the assessment by November 17, 2024

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