Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer Jobs in Kapiri Mposhi at Alistair Group

Alistair Group, one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest growing logistics service providers, is seeking a dedicated Procurement Officer to join its Kapiri Mposhi team. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the continuous availability of fleet spares, workshop consumables, fuel, and other operational materials essential to support workshop and transport operations across Zambia and regional routes.

About Alistair Group

Alistair Group delivers a broad range of self-managed logistics solutions with core expertise in road freight and material handling equipment rental. Employing over 800 personnel and operating across sixteen countries, the company is committed to expanding its footprint while maintaining high standards of honesty, customer focus, continual improvement, humility, and safety. The Group’s vision is to be recognized as the company that makes Africa work better.

Role Overview for Procurement Officer Jobs in Kapiri Mposhi

Reporting to the Kapiri operation management, the Mid–Senior Procurement Officer will oversee procurement activities, inventory coordination, and governance compliance. The role demands a strong operational and technical procurement background, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment where fleet downtime directly impacts business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily procurement activities for workshop and operational needs in line with approved procedures and governance controls.
• Source and coordinate procurement of truck, trailer, workshop, tyre, fuel, and operational support items through approved suppliers and purchase order processes.
• Ensure strict adherence to the “No PO No Purchase” policy, maintaining complete documentation, approvals, and audit trails.
• Monitor stock levels and plan replenishments to maintain availability of critical spares and consumables supporting fleet maintenance.
• Coordinate emergency procurement and breakdown support while controlling costs and maintaining discipline.
• Collaborate with workshop, operations, and stores teams to plan and execute procurement requirements effectively.
• Ensure accurate processing and alignment of Goods Receipts, Purchase Orders, and supplier invoices within SAP and operational systems.
• Support integration between SAP and Fleet Maintenance Pro (FMP) for precise inventory control and stock visibility.
• Manage intercompany stock transfers with proper tracking and accountability.
• Assist in supplier negotiations, performance monitoring, and sourcing alternatives when necessary.
• Participate in stock counts, inventory audits, variance analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed procurement records, pricing history, and reporting for management review.

Mandatory Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Purchasing & Supply, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum CIPS Level 4 qualification; progression towards MCIPS or CIPS Level 5 is advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in procurement, stores, or inventory management within transport, logistics, fleet, mining, or heavy vehicle sectors.
• Strong knowledge of truck and trailer spare parts, workshop consumables, tyres, and operational procurement.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (preferably SAP Business One) for procurement, inventory, and goods receiving processes.
• Proven understanding of procurement governance, inventory control, stock accountability, and supplier management.
• Ability to maintain accurate procurement and inventory records with strong administrative discipline.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment requiring urgent fleet support.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience in fleet maintenance or transport workshop environments.
• Familiarity with Chinese truck brands such as Sinotruk/Howo and Foton.
• Proven track record managing emergency procurement and operational breakdown support.
• Experience coordinating procurement activities across multiple sites or entities.
• Knowledge of fuel procurement, tyre management, workshop operations, or fleet operational support.
• Experience using Fleet Maintenance Pro (FMP) or similar fleet maintenance systems.

Core Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Excellent procurement and supplier negotiation skills.
• Strong technical understanding of heavy vehicle spare parts and workshop operations.
• Advanced SAP and inventory management system proficiency.
• High attention to detail with robust administrative and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage urgent operational demands and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Analytical problem-solving and decisive decision-making aptitude.
• Commitment to procurement governance, audit compliance, and operational discipline.

Industry Knowledge

Candidates should possess comprehensive knowledge of fleet maintenance procurement environments, including workshop operations, breakdown support, and the impact of fleet downtime. Familiarity with OEM spare parts, supplier catalogs, and technical referencing is essential. Experience with procurement controls, stock movement accountability, and operational inventory management within transport and logistics settings is highly valued. Understanding cross-border and regional operational support environments will be an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates seeking procurement officer jobs in Kapiri Mposhi are encouraged to apply by submitting their application through the following link:

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Please note that Alistair Group reserves the right to withdraw from the recruitment process at any time. Invitations to assessments or interviews do not guarantee employment offers.