Senior Purchasing Officer — Cameroon (Bilingual: French & English)
Vision Servo, on behalf of a leading client in Cameroon, is hiring an experienced Senior Purchasing Officer to lead end-to-end procurement and supplier management. This role is based onsite in Cameroon and requires fluency in both French and English.
Key Responsibilities
Own the full procurement cycle: sourcing, RFQs/RFPs, bid evaluation, negotiation, contracting, and PO management
Develop and implement category strategies and cost-reduction initiatives
Build, assess, and manage supplier performance (KPIs, SLAs, audits, risk & compliance)
Partner with Finance, Operations, Legal, and Technical teams to align specs, quality, and delivery
Optimize inventory levels, lead times, and total cost of ownership (TCO)
Ensure adherence to company policies and applicable regulations
Prepare procurement dashboards, savings trackers, and executive reports
Requirements
7+ years of proven experience in purchasing/procurement (industrial, engineering, energy, FMCG, or related sectors)
Bilingual: Native-level French and strong English (written & spoken)
Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor development skills
Solid grasp of ERP/procurement systems and data-driven decision making
Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
Willingness to relocate to Cameroon
Experience in Africa is a strong advantage
What’s Offered
Competitive compensation package
High-impact leadership role with regional exposure
Relocation support to Cameroon
Opportunity to shape procurement strategy for a market leader.
How to Apply:
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Subject: Senior Purchasing Officer - Cameroon.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Vision Servo is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply