Procurement Officer

About the role

Haco Industries (Kenya) Limited, an indigenous Kenyan FMCG manufacturer supplying personal and home care brands to the East African and COMESA markets, is hiring one Procurement Officer. The role keeps the supply chain running so that materials, packaging and services are sourced on time and at the right cost, while strengthening supplier relationships. It is a hands-on, high-volume operational role supporting the Procurement & Supply Chain function during sustained growth, reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders accurately and within agreed turnaround times, following up to prevent approval delays.
• Monitor supplier delivery lead times and escalate early to prevent production delays and stock-outs.
• Coordinate with suppliers and service providers on order confirmations, delivery schedules and accounts, keeping accurate supplier records.
• Prepare and track import and clearance documentation, working with clearing agents to avoid delays and demurrage.
• Check supplier invoices, Goods Receipt Notes and supporting documents for accuracy to enable smooth payments.
• Work with Finance on records of financial commitments and accruals.
• Help secure raw material availability for new product development and supply continuity.
• Provide clean, timely data for monthly procurement reporting (spend, stock, supplier performance).
• Maintain audit-ready documentation in line with Haco's procurement policy and ethical sourcing standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of procurement experience, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of category management, contract administration and supplier performance management.
• Strong numerical skills for negotiation, cost breakdown and benchmarking.
• Understanding of procurement policies, ethics and audit readiness.
• Awareness of supplier ESG standards and Haco's sustainability agenda.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and show potential to grow into a supply chain leader.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Sage X3.
• MS Excel, including pivot tables and spend dashboards.
• KISM or CIPS Level 4+ qualification, or another recognised procurement and supply chain certification, is an added advantage.

To apply, complete the pre-application form and send your application letter, academic and professional certificates, testimonials and CV to the company by 28 September 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.