Procurement Lead

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a knack for securing favourable terms across international markets? If you thrive in both independent and team-oriented environments and have experience in multinational organizations, then this role could be for you!

The Company Tiko
Tiko believes in a world where all youth have the power to choose where, when, and how they meet their sexual reproductive health needs. Our digital platform delivers scalable and verifiable sexual reproductive health services for young people in 6 main markets in Sub Saharan Africa - Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, South Africa, Burkina Faso, and Zambia. We work together with local communities and use nudges like reminders, discounts, and reward points to encourage our users to access and use sexual and reproductive health services. We also support our users in becoming micro-entrepreneurs and adding value to their economies.

Tiko has offices in South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Uganda, Zambia, the UK, the Netherlands, and Portugal. Globally, our team consists of +200 enthusiastic, international colleagues. Whether you are working from our biggest office in Nairobi, the fast-growing office in South Africa, or from home, our people are young and our culture is global and dynamic. Our work environment is fast-paced, informal, and friendly. You can learn more about what being part of Tiko is like here.

We will happily accept applicants from the South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, Uganda, and Burkina Faso.

The job

As the Procurement Lead at Tiko, you will play a key role in steering and advancing our procurement processes across global locations. In this crucial role, you will ensure that our procurement strategies are not only adhered to but also continuously optimised to meet evolving needs. Through strong collaborations, you will help maintain a cohesive and effective procurement strategy that aligns with Tiko’s goals.

Responsibilities - will include but not limited to:

• Ensure the selection of quality vendors, securing competitive pricing through a fair and transparent process.
• Streamline procurement operations, ensure adherence to checks and balances, and reduce the time to purchase.
• Oversee the entire procurement process, ensuring high-value transactions are managed effectively and transparently.
• Maintain and evolve a system of data tracking to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements across all markets.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate and manage contracts to ensure compliance and advantageous terms.
• Coordinate with local purchasers to refine procurement best practices, ensuring effective operations in both existing and new markets.
• Oversee the management of travel and accommodation services, ensuring they are cost-effective and comply with organisational travel policies.
• Manage the preparation and finalisation of agreements and contracts, ensuring they meet legal standards and comply with local regulations. 
• Work closely with stakeholders in the organisation to ensure they have a positive experience when supported in their purchasing process.
• Provide comprehensive procurement reports and analyses, using data-driven insights to continually refine our purchasing processes. 

About you

You’re a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for detail, effortlessly balancing big-picture vision with hands-on practicality. You guide your team with confidence, but you’re never afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty when needed. Your exceptional negotiation skills and keen legal mind make you a pro at securing favorable terms and optimizing supply chain operations. Tech-savvy and analytical, you make logical, ethical decisions backed by solid data. You understand that procurement should empower the organization, not hinder it, and your strong communication skills make you a natural leader in driving that vision forward.

Requirements:

• You bring at least 8 years of experience in a procurement role, including a minimum of 2 years in a managerial or lead position within a multinational organization
• You have a proven track record of setting up and managing contracts across diverse markets.
• You excel at planning and streamlining procurement processes to maximize efficiency.
• Your approach is grounded in data, ensuring well-informed and practical choices.
• You have hands-on experience with system and reporting setup, ideally with NetSuite.
• Experience in NGO procurement is highly desirable.
• You thrive under pressure, managing multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meeting tight deadlines.
• You are fluent in both written and spoken English.
• You are currently based in one of the specified countries.

The rewards

At Tiko we believe in being open, also when it comes to salaries. The gross monthly salary bracket for this position is R68,079 - R102,118 in South Africa, Ksh456,288 - Ksh684,432 in Kenya, €3,289 - €4,934 in Ethiopia, CFA1,439,560 - CFA2,159,340 in Burkina Faso, UGX13,721,907 - UGX20,582,860 in Uganda, and ZMW83,095 - ZMW124,643 in Zambia, plus benefits. We will offer you a salary in this bracket depending on your level of experience and how it relates to your future colleagues. 

In addition to your monthly salary, we offer you:

• Good secondary benefits 
• A personal development budget
• Unlimited holidays, if you can make it work with your team you’re good to go
• Growth opportunities
• A product to help shape as we grow, to leave your mark on how we do things
• A vision that we trust that you will do your job without us having to invent unnecessary rules and regulations
  
  

The details

Interested? Click apply now below! Want more information? Check out our website or contact our Global Recruiter. We only accept applications through the apply links, not by email. 

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Tiko prioritises integrity in our workplace and respects your privacy.

Tiko is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour by its employees at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. This is why we will do reference and background screening checks on successful candidates before hiring. Tiko also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. As part of this scheme, we will request information from your previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during your employment, or incidents under investigation when you left employment. By applying for this position, you confirm you have read and understood these recruitment procedures.

We value your privacy and understand the importance of safeguarding your personal data. We invite you to review our privacy notice for the recruitment process to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal data during the recruitment process. Click here to view the document. By applying for this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our privacy notice.