One Acre Fund Procurement Coordinator Jobs in Zambia

One Acre Fund Procurement Coordinator Jobs in Zambia; You will manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring efficient sourcing of goods and services that meet organizational needs.

You will secure value for money through effective supplier management, market research, and strong negotiation.

You will also ensure timely delivery, maintain accurate documentation, and coordinate clearly with internal teams.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Market Research:

Conduct market research to ensure all goods and services are sourced at the best possible value for money

Perform continuous research to expand and reinforce the organization’s supplier database

Assess market price trends to quantify and report financial savings achieved by the team

Eliminate middlemen by identifying and building direct, strategic partnerships with upstream suppliers

Purchasing & Negotiation:

Manage the end-to-end purchase cycle for the Zambia program, including RFQs, supplier evaluation, selection, and purchasing

Negotiate competitive pricing and payment terms to secure significant cost savings

Coordinate with the Finance team to ensure timely payment to all suppliers

Support broader procurement goals through specialized category management activities

Deliveries and Stakeholder Communication:

Ensure timely delivery of goods and services according to agreed timelines

Collect and submit all required procurement documentation accurately and on time

Drive customer satisfaction by providing proactive, consistent updates to internal clients regarding their requests

Systems, Processes & Catalog Excellence:

Support procurement planning with internal teams

Contribute to process improvements that enhance purchasing efficiency and accuracy

Ensure clarity and standardization in purchase requests

Take full ownership of the Zambia Vendor Catalog, including data entry, contact maintenance, and quarterly audits

Streamline

the catalog by identifying active vendors and eliminating inactive or redundant entries

Career Growth and Development

Weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on performance

Career reviews every six months with time set aside to discuss aspirations and goals

Opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

Education: Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field

Fully registered and valid practicing license from the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Experience: Minimum 3+ years in a procurement role

ERP Proficiency: Experience working within SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning system is essential

Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Zambian market and local procurement regulations

Core Skills & Competencies:

Strategic Negotiation: Ability to influence vendors and secure terms that favor the organization’s bottom line

Data-Driven Analysis: Proficiency in using market data to estimate savings and drive purchasing decisions

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; One Acre Fund Procurement Coordinator Jobs in Zambia

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