Job Description
Sourcing & Procurement: Source merchandise and operational supplies for Konga's e-commerce platform, retail outlets, Corporate Sales Units, and internal requisitions, with a focus on COMPUTING and other designated categories.
Supplier Management: Identify reliable suppliers and negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules. Execute the registration of quality vendors capable of competing with existing ones.
Strategy & Analysis: Assist category managers with supplier/product intelligence and sourcing strategies. Support demand forecasting based on sales trends and promotional campaigns.
Operational Excellence: Ensure procurement compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines. Manage timely processing of purchase orders (POs) and ensure seamless procurement-to-payment processes in coordination with Finance and Logistics teams.
Documentation: Maintain up-to-date procurement document regularization for inbounded items, cross-docked items, and journals.
Performance Tracking: Monitor KPIs including lead time, cost savings, and supplier performance.
Education:
University degree (BSc/BA) in any related discipline.
Experience:
2 - 5 years of procurement experience, preferably in e-commerce, retail, or FMCG sectors.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft ERP or procurement software, Excel (specifically Table formulation, Pivot Tables, basic formula setting, and VLOOKUP).
Strong analytical, negotiation, and dispute-resolution skills.
Understanding of supply chain dynamics is highly desirable.
Soft Skills:
Agile procurement mindset, strong relationship-building capabilities, integrity, accountability, and collaborative team spirit. Certifications: Professional certifications (CIPS, CIPSMN) are an added advantage.