Job Purpose

° The Procurement Assistant will support the procurement team in managing the purchasing of construction material and equipment for the construction projects. The role requires a strong background in procurement and at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry to ensure timely supply, cost efficiency and positive supplier engagement.

Key Responsibilities

° Procurement Operations

° Prepare and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders for construction materials, tools, equipment, and services.

° Source and evaluate suppliers for construction-related items, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, and delivery timelines.

° Support the collection of quotations and preparing bid comparisons.

° Track orders and delivery schedules to avoid delays in construction projects.

° Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with site teams for timely replenishment of materials.

Compliance & Documentation

° Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier contracts, and material delivery notes.

° Ensure procurement processes comply with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.

° Support internal and external audits by providing procurement-related documentation.

° Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement

° Collaborate with site engineers, project managers, and quantity surveyors to understand project material requirements.

° Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure materials and services meet technical specifications.

° Evaluate supplier and subcontractor performance based on quality, reliability, and compliance.

° Cost Control & Process Improvement

° Identifying cost-saving opportunities in sourcing construction materials and services.

° Support continuous improvement in procurement processes and adoption of digital procurement systems.

° Provide input in procurement planning to align with project timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

° Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.

° Minimum of 5 years’ working experience in procurement in construction industry.

° Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, KISM, CPSP-K) is an added advantage.

° Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, subcontracting, and supplier markets.

° Experience working with ERP or procurement management systems.