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Procurement Specialist
Job Description
Functional Area:  Procurement
Job Location:  KEN - Nairobi
Country/Region:  Kenya
Who are you?:  Professionals
Permanent/Temporary:  Permanent
Working time:  Full Time
Req ID:  35741
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Our Mission

 

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. We help our customers to be successful with their business by turning technologies and experience from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

 

To strengthen our team, we are looking for:

 

Procurement Specialist

     Nairobi (Kenya)

 

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
  • 2–3 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.

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This is Puratos

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.
We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

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This is Puratos

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.
We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

→ Learn more about Puratos