Supply Chain Manager
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Industry Food Services Founded 1919 Type Private Website https://www.puratos.com/ Address Falcon Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
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Your Mission
- 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
- 5-10 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
What you can expect from Puratos
- We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.
- We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace that fully embraces diversity and equal
- opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.