Job Opportunity: Senior Procurement Assistant – inSupply Health (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania)
Position Details
📅 Posting Date: 20 February 2025
⏳ Application Deadline: 28 February 2025
📄 Position Type: Fixed Term (2 Years)
🏢 Company/Division: inSupply Health
👨💼 Hiring Manager: Senior Officer, Administration, Logistics & Procurement
📍 Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
About inSupply Health
inSupply Health is a leading East African health advisory firm dedicated to designing people-centered, scalable, and sustainable supply chain solutions. Our focus is on enhancing data visibility, workforce development, and continuous performance improvement to strengthen health systems.
Operating as a social enterprise, we are committed to long-term impact by transforming short-term fixes into sustainable, locally-owned solutions. Our work ensures that regional supply chain professionals have access to affordable, quality learning and innovations, ultimately improving healthcare delivery.
With headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, and an office in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, we work closely with public and private sector clients to optimize supply chain systems for essential health products, including antimalarial and HIV medications, vaccines, and contraceptives.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Procurement Assistant to join our team in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This role will support the Senior Officer, Administration, Logistics & Procurement in overseeing procurement processes, sourcing goods and services, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive professional looking to make an impact in procurement and supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Vendor Management
✔ Implement procurement strategies to meet organizational needs.
✔ Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and reliability.
✔ Conduct market research to identify cost-effective procurement opportunities.
✔ Manage purchase orders, contracts, and vendor documentation.
Compliance & Cost Efficiency
✔ Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and organizational policies.
✔ Identify and support cost-saving initiatives to improve efficiency.
✔ Assist in contract administration to ensure alignment with company standards.
Logistics & Operations
✔ Coordinate staff movements, flight bookings, and transportation logistics.
✔ Maintain accurate procurement records, including vendor files, contracts, and reports.
✔ Identify and mitigate potential risks in procurement processes.
Team Collaboration & Ethics
✔ Work closely with other teams to understand and fulfill procurement needs.
✔ Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
✔ Provide administrative support and handle additional procurement-related tasks.
Qualifications & Skills
✅ Education & Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification in procurement (CIPS, PSPTB registration) is preferred (or in progress).
✅ Experience & Technical Skills
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement, preferably in NGOs or consulting.
- Experience with MS Dynamics or ERP systems powered by MS Dynamics is an advantage.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
✅ Key Competencies
✔ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
✔ Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
✔ Ethical, transparent, and committed to continuous learning.
✔ Adaptable to changing business needs and procurement challenges.
Why Join Us?
🌍 Work with a dynamic, mission-driven organization committed to health system transformation.
📈 Gain hands-on experience in supply chain and procurement operations.
🚀 Grow your career in a supportive, learning-focused environment.
💼 Competitive compensation and benefits package.
How to Apply
📌 Application Deadline: 28 February 2025
📌 To apply, submit your CV and cover letter via the link below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
📌 Click Here to Apply: [Application Link]
Equal Opportunity & Child Protection Policy
inSupply Health is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and gender equality. We encourage women and minority candidates to apply.
We are also a child-safe organization, ensuring that all staff meet suitability criteria for working with children. inSupply does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
🚀 Join inSupply Health and be part of a team making a lasting impact on healthcare supply chains!
To apply for this job please visit insupplyhealth.com.
