In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and optimizing procurement operations in Puratos Kenya, ensuring alignment with global standards wh...
Description:Puratos is an international group, which offers a full range of innovative products and application expertise for artisans, industry, retailers and food service customers in the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors.Our headquarters are just outside Brussels (Belgium), where the company was found…Puratos is an international group, which offers a full range of innovative products and application expertise for artisans, industry, retailers and food service customers in the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors.Our headquarters are just outside Brussels (Belgium), where the company was founded in 1919. Almost a century later, our products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world and, in many cases, are produced by our network of local subsidiaries. Above all, we aim to be ‘reliable partners in innovation’, helping our customers around the world to deliver nutritious and tasty food to their local communities.View moreView less
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and optimizing procurement operations in Puratos Kenya, ensuring alignment with global standards while enhancing cost efficiency, supplier performance, compliance, and import/export effectiveness.
What you do
Align procurement activities with Puratos’ global strategy, policies, and procedures
Source raw materials locally and internationally in a cost-efficient manner
Create, manage, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery
Oversee import/export processes, including documentation and regulatory compliance
Coordinate with freight forwarders, clearing agents, and government authorities
Maintain and update the supplier database in line with vendor management standards
Support supplier performance evaluations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and sustainability standards
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with planning teams to prevent stock disruptions
Prepare procurement reports and provide actionable insights for decision-making
What we expect from you
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
2–3 years of professional experience in procurement and supply chain operations
Proven experience in import/export operations and local sourcing
Solid understanding of international trade regulations and Kenyan customs procedures
Professional certification (CIPS, CPSP-K) or KISM membership is an added advantage
Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
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