Procurement Lead

Job description

PROSPERO LIMITED — WE’RE HIRING!
In Support of the Musele Chiefdom Business Association (MCBA)

Prospero Limited, in support of the Musele Chiefdom Business Association (MCBA), is seeking a qualified, proactive, and experienced Procurement Lead to support the establishment and operation of its Buying House in Kalumbila, North-Western Province.

Position: Procurement Lead
Organization: Prospero Limited (supporting Musele Chiefdom Business Association – MCBA)
Location: Kalumbila, North-Western Province, Zambia
Engagement: 1 Year (Renewable Contract)
Job Type: Contract

Role Overview:

The Procurement Lead will play a pivotal role in establishing, managing, and driving the operational success of the MCBA Buying House in Kalumbila. The role oversees end-to-end procurement processes, supplier engagement, supply chain operations, and compliance with high-standard procurement ethics and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the operational establishment and day-to-day procurement operations of the Buying House.
• Source, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers, local enterprises, and key business partners.
• Manage procurement cycles including requisitioning, quotation requests, supplier evaluations, contracting, and order fulfillment.
• Ensure strict adherence to procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and international best practices.
• Support local enterprise development by building the capacity of local vendors within the Musele Chiefdom and North-Western Province.
• Maintain detailed procurement databases, inventory tracking, and transparent reporting systems.
• Provide strategic procurement advice and operational reports to management and association leadership.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPS Graduate Diploma / Level 6).
• Must be an active, fully paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) with a valid practicing license.
• At least 5 years of progressive procurement experience.
• A minimum of 3 years in a leadership, supervisory, or managerial role.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supply chain management skills.
• Familiarity with community enterprise initiatives, mining supply chains, or development partner-funded projects is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application electronically by emailing their cover letter, detailed CV, and relevant qualifications to:

📧 Primary Email: procurement@prospero.co.zm
📧 CC: muselebusiness.association@gmail.com and info@mcba.co.com

Subject Line: Clearly indicate the position being applied for (e.g., Application for Procurement Lead – Kalumbila).

🔗 Terms of Reference (TOR): Full Terms of Reference and additional application details can be accessed at: https://bit.ly/4rRqXrh

Application Deadline: 16th October 2026