Procurement specialist (manufacturing/fmcg)

Location: Djibouti (Relocation Required)

Work Arrangement: On-Site

About Golden Africa

Golden Africa is a leading manufacturing company specializing in the production and distribution of edible oils across Africa and international markets. We are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement and delivering high-quality products through world-class manufacturing practices. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a motivated Procurement Specialist with a background in Manufacturing or FMCG to join our procurement team in Djibouti.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 2–5 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing engineering materials, spare parts, industrial equipment and production-related items to support manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supplier management, negotiation and ensuring uninterrupted supply to production and maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Source and procure engineering materials, industrial equipment, spare parts, MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) items and production consumables. Identify, evaluate and develop reliable local and international suppliers. Obtain quotations, evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate pricing and recommend cost-effective procurement solutions. Prepare and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders and procurement documentation. Coordinate closely with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Warehouse and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely procurement. Monitor supplier performance with respect to quality, cost and delivery. Follow up on purchase orders and resolve supplier-related issues, including delivery delays and quality concerns. Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases and documentation. Ensure procurement activities comply with company procurement policies and procedures. Identify opportunities for supplier development, cost reduction, and process improvement.

Mandatory Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering. 2–5 years of procurement experience within a Manufacturing or FMCG company. Experience purchasing engineering spare parts, industrial equipment, mechanical or electrical components, maintenance materials and production consumables. Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management and purchasing best practices. Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Willingness to relocate to Djibouti.

Preferred Qualifications

International procurement and global sourcing. ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar. Vendor development and supplier performance management. Import/export procurement activities. Procurement within an edible oil, food manufacturing, FMCG, chemical, packaging or industrial manufacturing environment.

Why Join Golden Africa?

Join a growing international manufacturing organization. Gain exposure to international sourcing and supplier management. Work alongside experienced professionals in a multicultural environment. Excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development. Be part of a business that supports operational excellence across Africa.