The British Government, through the British High Commission in Nairobi, is pleased to invite applications for the position of Regional Procurement Manager. This opportunity offers a dynamic and fulfilling role within the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) under the Commercial Directorate.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer, promoting equality and challenging discrimination. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment where operational and security conditions allow.
As a Regional Procurement Manager, you will join a regional procurement team that delivers procurement services across Africa, supporting the FCDO’s mission through effective commercial strategies and operations.
Job Summary
- Job Title: Regional Procurement Manager (15/25 NR)
- Department: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
- Subcategory: Procurement
- Job Grade: Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
- Type of Employment: Permanent
- Working Hours: 36.25 hours per week
- Location: British High Commission, Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Positions: 1
- Monthly Salary: KES 424,102.92 (gross)
- Expected Start Date: 1 July 2025
- Application Deadline: 15 May 2025
Role Purpose
The Regional Procurement Manager is a key position in the Regional Procurement Hub and plays a pivotal role in delivering high-value procurement services across the Africa region. The role involves developing category strategies, sourcing suppliers, managing contracts, and ensuring procurement compliance in line with FCDO policy and procedures.
You will work closely with internal clients, regional stakeholders, and suppliers, and report to the Regional Head of Procurement based in Pretoria, South Africa. The position requires strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and hands-on execution of procurement projects across multiple countries.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Delivery of Regional Procurement Projects (55%)
- Lead procurement of goods, services, and works valued over £25,000 across the Africa network.
- Collaborate with regional customers to assess cross-post requirements and identify strategic needs.
- Manage risk and ensure value for money in alignment with FCDO Commercial policy.
- Develop and implement Regional Category Strategies.
- Support the creation of Global Category Strategies in coordination with UK-based teams.
- Manage tenders, contracts, and supplier negotiations using appropriate eSourcing platforms.
2. Management of Regional Procurement Activity (10%)
- Assist the Regional Hub in managing daily procurement operations within the Africa network.
- Facilitate smooth execution of procurement procedures and processes.
3. Support to Posts for Procurements Above £25,000 (15%)
- Provide strategic and operational support to staff across various posts in Africa.
- Offer contract management guidance and supplier optimization advice.
- Challenge assumptions and ensure accurate specification of goods and services required.
- Train and advise staff on best practices and FCDO procurement policies.
4. Management of Procurement Performance (20%)
- Monitor and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreement (SLA) achievements.
- Manage regional procurement dashboards and strategic procurement plans.
- Conduct quarterly self-audits to ensure compliance with internal processes such as:
- Jaggaer (procurement software) data reporting and tracker management
- Supplier Maintenance Form Tracker
- Weekly/Monthly procurement dashboards
- Savings tracker
- Contract database management
- Forecasting and reporting of yearly and quarterly spend data
Working Relationships
- Collaborate with the Pretoria-based Regional Procurement Hub team and provide procurement insights for the Africa region.
- Work with multiple posts and stakeholders across diverse cultures, time zones, and departments.
- Represent the Regional Procurement Hub and build strong supplier relationships to ensure high service standards.
Working Conditions and Additional Information
- The successful candidate will work independently but in coordination with the regional team.
- You will be expected to:
- Balance customer service with procurement compliance
- Manage workloads flexibly and efficiently
- Travel across the Africa region as necessary
- Provide mentorship and guidance to post-level procurement staff
- This is a full-time position offering long-term career development and opportunities to contribute significantly to procurement reform and service delivery across Africa.
Essential Requirements
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement across various industries.
- At least 4 years in strategic sourcing.
- Experience in contract management.
- A degree or qualification in Procurement, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Ability to work independently under pressure.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Enrollment in or studying towards MCIPS (or equivalent professional qualification).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office Suite skills.
- Experience working in multinational and cross-cultural environments.
- Project management knowledge.
- Familiarity with eSourcing tools and platforms.
Required Behaviours
Candidates must demonstrate the following key behaviours during the selection process:
- Communicating and Influencing
- Making Effective Decisions
- Managing a Quality Service
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Working Together
Important Notes to Applicants
- Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Kenya at the time of application. The British High Commission does not sponsor work permits.
- Local income tax rules apply to employees based in Kenya.
- Only applications submitted via the official tal.net platform will be considered. Do not submit applications via email or third-party job sites.
- Reference checks and security clearance procedures will apply before final appointment.
- If you are placed on a reserve list and a similar role becomes available within six months, you may be contacted.
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, submit your application through the official British Government recruitment portal on Tal.net. Ensure that your application is completed accurately and in full as this will be used during the initial screening process.
