Job Title: Procurement Manager
Department: Finance and Procurement
Grade: 5
Reports to: Head of Finance and Procurement
Join Us in Shaping Excellence
At MPESA Foundation Academy, we are committed to excellence, integrity, and stewardship. We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Procurement Manager to lead our end-to-end procurement function. You will drive value for money, ensure full compliance, and build a resilient supply chain that supports our Academy’s mission.
What You Will Do
- Develop and execute the annual procurement and disposal plan.
- Lead strategic sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiations.
- Manage supplier performance, pre-qualification, and quarterly reviews.
- Enforce procurement policies, internal controls, and audit readiness.
- Oversee the procurement module in Sage X3 and drive automation.
- Mentor a small team (Procurement Officer and Assistant).
What You Bring
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Certification: CIPS, KISM, or equivalent (mandatory).
- Experience: 5+ years in procurement, with demonstrable tendering and sourcing experience.
- Technical Skills: ERP proficiency (Sage X3 preferred); knowledge of procurement laws and contract management.
- Competencies: Strategic sourcing, financial acumen, stakeholder management, risk & compliance, leadership, and impeccable ethics.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a transformative educational institution.
- Drive measurable cost savings and process automation.
- Competitive remuneration.
How to Apply
Send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@mpesafoundationacademy.ac.ke by 24th April,2026 with the subject line: Procurement Manager – PM/04/26
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https://mpesafoundationacademy.ac.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Procurement-Manager.pdf
MPESA Foundation Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; it expects all staff to share its safeguarding commitment. The Academy does not charge applicants any fees at any stage of the recruitment process nor has it retained any agents in connection with this recruitment.
To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@mpesafoundationacademy.ac.ke