The Davis & Shirtliff Group, founded in 1946, is the region’s leading supplier of water and energy solutions. Headquartered in Kenya, the Group operates through a network of branches and subsidiaries across Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, South Sudan, Somalia, Zimbabwe, DRC and Burundi and employing over 1,000 highly trained professionals. The Group is seeking to recruit a Procurement Officer based in Lusaka, Zambia. The successful candidate will report to the Supply Director and will be responsible for, among other duties:

Roles and Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure value for money and quality service delivery.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and procurement documentation.
• Obtain and analyse quotations and negotiate favourable terms with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Reconcile vendor accounts
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and relevant regulations.
• Coordinate inventory replenishment and stock management activities.
• Prepare procurement reports and maintain accurate purchasing records.
• Support contract administration and vendor management processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Purchasing and Supply, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years' proven experience in procurement and purchasing.
• Valid membership with the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS).
• Strong knowledge of procurement principles and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Intergrated ERP sytems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Critical Competencies

• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong team player with excellent negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritise work, manage multiple deadlines and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability to evolving business and regulatory environments.
• Self-driven with high levels of professionalism, discipline, integrity and attention to detail.

The job will provide a challenging and stimulating work environment with excellent growth opportunities for the successful candidate. If you meet the set requirements and would like to be considered, please apply for the role through the link below on or before 15th June 2026.