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A company engaged in collection, treatment, and disposal of waste and provides Septic pumping and other miscellaneous Waste Management services is looking for reliable, self-motivated and dynamic candidates to fill the following position:

Purchasing Officer

Job Description

To support the Group Procurement Manager in managing local purchasing activities across Star Group, ensuring operational requirements are fulfilled efficiently, competitively and in accordance with approved procurement procedures. Needs to be well versed in machinery / Vehicle spare parts procurement.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• The role will coordinate with local suppliers, internal departments, Stores and Finance to ensure timely purchasing, accurate documentation and reliable supplier service.
• Support the sourcing and purchasing of operational materials, equipment, spare parts and consumables from local suppliers.
• Check stock availability with Stores and confirm quantities, specifications and required delivery dates with the requesting department.
• Identify suitable local suppliers and request competitive quotations, availability and delivery lead times.
• Compare supplier quotations, pricing, payment terms, and prepare recommendations for approval.
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure the required approvals have been obtained before placing orders.
• Place orders with approved suppliers and confirm product specifications, quantities, prices and collection arrangements.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding order status, availability, collection schedule and any delays.
• Coordinate with Stores to arrange deliveries or collections of purchased goods.
• Verify that collected goods correspond with the purchase order, delivery note and requested specifications, escalating discrepancies where required.
• Collect and maintain supplier quotations, purchase orders, delivery notes, invoices and other procurement documentation.
• Submit relevant purchasing documentation to Finance for invoice processing and payment follow-up.
• Update procurement trackers and the digital procurement system with order status, delivery information and outstanding actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date local supplier information, including contact details, pricing and product availability.
• Support supplier performance monitoring, stock replenishment and identification of opportunities for improved pricing and group purchasing.
• Escalate urgent requirements, supplier issues, price changes, stock shortages and delivery delays to the Group Procurement Manager.
• Assist with international purchasing department whereby required.

Benefits

Remuneration package

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experiences.

Job Requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, administration, logistics, stock coordination or a related role.
• Certificate or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or a related discipline, studying towards CIPS.
• A qualification in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field is advantageous.
• Valid driving licence and confidence driving a manual transmission vehicle. (Class 2 and 4)
• Willingness to undertake supplier collections and deliveries as part of the role.
• Maintain professional conduct when representing the Group to suppliers.
• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, administration, logistics or a related role.
• Experience working with local suppliers is desirable.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or Motivated and dynamic candidates are requested to forward CV with cover letter via email at: [email protected]

Tel: 4386060.

Closing Date: October 27th, 2026.

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.