Procurement Manager – Goods, Works & Strategic Sourcing at Dynamic People Consulting DPC in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Procurement Manager – Goods, Works & Strategic Sourcing

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    2 weeks ago

    Apply by

    30 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Managerial
    Consulting & Professional Services
    Supply Chain & Procurement

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    Job Description

    To lead and manage end-to-end procurement and strategic sourcing of goods, materials, subcontracted works, plant, and specialist services for a large-scale housing construction business — securing cost-effective, technically compliant, timely, and commercially advantageous supply solutions locally and internationally, while supporting project delivery, business growth, and market competitiveness. The role also provides technical sales and commercial leadership, translating customer requirements into commercially viable procurement and delivery solutions.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and implement procurement strategy aligned with housing delivery targets, project schedules, and business growth objectives.
    • Establish procurement policies, governance frameworks, approval processes, and procurement controls.
    • Build strategic sourcing plans for construction materials, MEP systems, finishes, equipment, and specialist works.
    • Develop category management strategies for major spend categories.
    • Manage procurement of structural materials cement, steel, blocks, aggregates, finishing materials, mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing and sanitary equipment, HVAC systems, elevators and specialist installations, modular and prefabricated housing components, construction machinery and equipment, and furniture, fittings and equipment FF&E.
    • Key outputs: supplier identification; RFQs/RFPs and tender management; technical and commercial evaluations; negotiation and contract award; order expediting and delivery tracking.
    • Lead sourcing and procurement of subcontractors and specialist contractors.
    • Prepare scopes of work and procurement packages.
    • Conduct prequalification and due diligence.
    • Negotiate contracts and service level agreements.
    • Monitor contractor performance and compliance; manage variation orders and claims support.
    • Typical packages: civil works, building works, MEP works, infrastructure works, interior fit-out, and specialist installations.
    • Lead overseas sourcing and supplier development.
    • Manage imports, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and delivery schedules.
    • Negotiate Incoterms and international supply agreements.
    • Coordinate with logistics, clearing agents, and project teams.
    • Manage foreign exchange exposure and international commercial risks; ensure import regulatory compliance.

    Required Qualifications

    • Act as the procurement-commercial bridge for a growing housing business.
    • Support development of housing solutions based on customer requirements.
    • Engage developers, institutional clients, governments, and private customers.
    • Translate technical specifications into procurement and commercial strategies.
    • Participate in bid preparation and proposal development; support pricing and costing of housing solutions.
    • Lead supplier-backed commercial proposals; identify value engineering opportunities without compromising quality.
    • Support market entry and product positioning initiatives.
    • Build and maintain strategic relationships with local and international manufacturers.
    • Develop supplier scorecards and performance monitoring.
    • Negotiate rebates, framework agreements, and volume discounts.
    • Establish alternative supplier channels for supply resilience.
    • Drive procurement savings and margin enhancement.
    • Monitor commodity trends and market pricing; lead cost benchmarking and should-cost analysis.
    • Deliver procurement budgets and cashflow forecasts; support working capital optimization.
    • Ensure procurement integrity and ethical sourcing.
    • Implement procurement controls and audit readiness.
    • Manage contractual and supplier risks.
    • Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and statutory requirements.
    • Build and lead procurement and expediting teams.
    • Establish KPIs and performance management frameworks.
    • Mentor buyers, procurement officers, and category specialists.
    • Develop procurement capability across the business.
    • Procurement savings achieved %.
    • On-time delivery performance.
    • Supplier performance score.
    • Procurement cycle time.
    • Inventory optimization.
    • Project procurement readiness.
    • Housing unit delivery support performance.
    • Working capital efficiency.
    • Contract compliance.
    • Customer satisfaction.
    • Bachelor's degree in Procurement & Supply Chain, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Commerce, or Business Administration.
    • Master's Degree MBA / Supply Chain / Comme

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Supply Chain & Procurement

    Minimum Experience

    12 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Procurement & Supply Chain

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Send your application to careers@dpckenya.com or visit the application link provided on this page to submit your application.

    Show Strategic Sourcing Impact Before You Walk Into the Interview

    Procurement leadership roles in housing construction hinge on your ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery timelines. Hiring managers will probe how you've driven savings, managed supplier relationships, and navigated complex international sourcing.

    1. Quantify your wins: On your CV, list specific procurement achievements with numbers—like percentage savings, on-time delivery rates, or cost reductions. For example, 'Negotiated framework agreements that cut material costs by 12% annually.'

    2. Master the technical-commercial bridge: Be ready to discuss how you translate technical specs into procurement strategies. Prepare a story where you worked with engineers to source a technically complex component while meeting budget constraints.

    3. Know your construction materials: Brush up on key materials like cement, steel, MEP systems, and FF&E. Expect questions on sourcing strategies for these categories and how you handle price volatility.

    4. Highlight supplier development: Talk about how you've built relationships with manufacturers, negotiated rebates, and developed alternative suppliers to ensure resilience. Give a concrete example of diversifying a supply chain.

    5. Show leadership and mentoring: As a manager, you'll lead a team. Prepare examples of how you've set KPIs, mentored buyers, and built procurement capability in your previous roles.

    6. Prepare for case studies: You might be given a scenario like sourcing for a housing project with tight deadlines. Walk through your process: supplier identification, RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, and expediting.

    7. Understand import and logistics: Since the role involves overseas sourcing, be ready to discuss Incoterms, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and managing FX risks. Share an experience where you handled international procurement challenges.

    8. Align with business goals: Emphasize how procurement supports housing delivery targets and business growth. Show that you think beyond cost savings to value engineering, market positioning, and customer satisfaction.

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    procurement
    strategic sourcing
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