GSM Group of Companies is recruiting a qualified and results-oriented Procurement Officer to join the Procurement Department in Dar es Salaam. The position reports to the Senior Procurement Officer and will support purchasing activities, supplier management, cost control, and procurement reporting.
This opportunity is suitable for a procurement professional with at least three years of relevant experience who can manage supplier relationships, obtain competitive quotations, prepare purchase orders, and maintain accurate procurement records. Candidates with strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and organizational skills are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will contribute to cost-saving initiatives while ensuring that procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.
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Job Details
- Position: Procurement Officer
- Company: GSM Group of Companies
- Department: Procurement
- Reporting to: Senior Procurement Officer
- Duty station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Application deadline: 5 September 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Manage procurement activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Identify and source suitable suppliers.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations.
- Prepare and process purchase orders.
- Monitor supplier performance, pricing, quality, and delivery timelines.
- Support cost-saving initiatives and supplier negotiations.
- Maintain complete and accurate procurement records.
- Prepare procurement reports for management review.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of relevant procurement experience.
- CSP, MCIPS, or another relevant professional certification will be an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Procurement and supplier management
- Supplier sourcing and quotation evaluation
- Contract and price negotiation
- Cost analysis and cost-control awareness
- Purchase order preparation
- Procurement reporting and record management
- Strong analytical ability
- Effective communication
- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to quality and delivery timelines
Why Join GSM Group of Companies?
This position offers an opportunity to:
- Strengthen practical procurement and supply chain experience.
- Work directly with suppliers and support commercial negotiations.
- Contribute to organizational cost-saving initiatives.
- Develop procurement reporting and supplier performance management capabilities.
- Build experience in a structured procurement department.
- Progress professionally under the guidance of a Senior Procurement Officer.
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How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their CV by Email.
Applications must be submitted before 5 September 2026.
Applicants should use a clear email subject such as:
Application for Procurement Officer Position
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