Procurement Officer

Woodcreek School is an educational institution located in Kenya.

The Procurement Officer will be responsible for ensuring compliant procurement practices, effective supplier management, cost control, and overall operational efficiency within the school. Key duties include developing and enforcing procurement policies, consolidating departmental requirements, and aligning purchases with approved budgets.

1. Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.
2. Consolidate procurement requirements from various departments and ensure purchases align with approved budgets.
3. Source high-quality goods and services while negotiating competitive prices.
4. Manage Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) and verify the accuracy of deliveries.
5. Reconcile supplier invoices with deliveries, LPOs, and approved budgets.
6. Maintain precise procurement records and comprehensive audit trails.
7. Keep supplier documentation, asset registers, and disposal records up-to-date.
8. Organize regular stock takes and assist with both internal and external audits.
9. Monitor inventory levels to support effective cost control measures.
10. Ensure all procurement activities adhere to applicable institutional procurement processes in Kenya.

1. Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
2. Possess CPSP-K or an equivalent professional procurement qualification.
3. Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a demanding procurement role.
4. Demonstrate experience with institutional procurement processes specific to Kenya.
5. Exhibit strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation capabilities.
6. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and procurement software.
8. Show strong attention to detail, integrity, and professionalism.
9. Be capable of effectively managing multiple priorities.
10. Prior experience in a school environment is considered an advantage.