Purchase Department Head

Job Requirements

• Education: BA/MA Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related fields.

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in purchasing/supply management, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

• Department: Procurement & Supply Chain

• Reports To: Executive Management

• Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

• Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and streamline end-to-end purchasing, procurement, and supply chain workflows.

• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and long-term vendor relationship management.

• Ensure strict compliance with local import/export regulations, Ethiopian customs clearance, and bank foreign exchange procedures.

• Analyze market trends and global price indexes to optimize procurement budgets, material quality, and lead times.

• Manage and mentor procurement staff, while coordinating seamlessly with logistics, finance, and warehouse teams.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation, strategic sourcing, and legal/commercial contract drafting skills.

• In-depth knowledge of Ethiopian customs rules, import policies, and banking L/C processes.

• Fluency in English and Amharic (written & spoken); advanced proficiency in MS Office.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their updated CV, cover letter, and relevant credentials via email: hroprationsteams@gmail.com with a subject line: Application for Purchase Department Head - [Your Full Name]