Full Time
Tanzania
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Wasoko

📍 Location: Tanzania
📅 Application Deadline: March 2025
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time

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About Wasoko

Wasoko is transforming communities across East and West Africa by revolutionizing access to essential goods and services. Through our mobile ordering and delivery platform, we connect small retailers to the digital economy, eliminating inefficient supply chains and providing growth financing for the first time. Our goal is to empower retailers by ensuring they have everything they need—without relying on wholesalers or banks.

As we continue to expand, we are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Head of Procurement to drive our commercial strategy and help shape the future of procurement at Wasoko.

Role Overview

The Head of Procurement will be a key player in developing and executing Wasoko’s procurement strategy while driving business growth. This leadership role requires a commercially savvy professional with a strong background in logistics, technology, and business development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for revenue generation, supplier management, contract negotiations, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Strategy & Market Analysis

✔ Develop and execute a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives.
✔ Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer demands to identify growth opportunities.
✔ Work with internal teams to align procurement with operational capabilities and business goals.

2. Business Development & Supplier Management

✔ Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the supply chain.
✔ Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, key clients, and industry stakeholders.
✔ Implement innovative procurement solutions to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

3. Revenue Optimization & Performance Monitoring

✔ Develop pricing strategies to maximize revenue and profitability.
✔ Analyze sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and growth.
✔ Work closely with the sales team to achieve business targets.

4. Contract Negotiation & Risk Management

✔ Lead the negotiation of procurement contracts, ensuring favorable terms for Wasoko.
✔ Collaborate with legal teams to draft and review contracts.
✔ Maintain strong contractual relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners.

5. Team Leadership & Departmental Coordination

✔ Build and lead a high-performing procurement team.
✔ Provide mentorship and guidance to ensure continuous development.
✔ Foster a collaborative and results-driven culture within the procurement department.
✔ Coordinate with cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals.

Qualifications & Skills

🎓 Education & Experience
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Logistics, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
✔ Experience in E-commerce (B2C), FMCGs, or Telecom industries preferred.
✔ Prior experience in a startup environment is an added advantage.

💡 Key Competencies
✔ Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
✔ Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset.
✔ Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
✔ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
✔ Proficiency in data-driven decision-making and market analysis.
✔ Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens.

Why Join Wasoko?

At Wasoko, we believe in innovation, growth, and impact. This is your chance to play a vital role in reshaping procurement and logistics across Africa. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving procurement excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey!