Procurement Officer - Premier Poultry

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Job Description 

Title: Procurement Officer

Report to: Operations Manager

Locations: Kumasi, Ghana    

Premier Poultry aims to be the leading smallholder-focused poultry company in Ghana. Our purpose is to make rural households healthier and wealthier, and we achieve this by supplying them high-quality, vaccinated, brooded, and affordable improved dual-purpose chickens.  

Premier Poultry is backed by reputed international investors with a proven track-record of success in the poultry industry, including market-leading enterprises in Ethiopia (EthioChicken), Rwanda, and Uganda (Uzima).  

We are seeking to employ highly motivated, passionate, committed, result-oriented and self-driven professional to help us establish our presence in the rural and urban communities across the country. 

Premier Poultry Limited is seeking a results-driven and highly experienced Procurement Officer to lead procurement operations and ensure the strategic sourcing of goods and services that deliver value for money, operational efficiency, and reliable supply to support smallholder farmers and organizational growth. The role will provide leadership in procurement planning, supplier management, contract negotiation, compliance, and inventory optimization. 

This position requires high level of professionalism, commitment, effectiveness and self-motivated personnel with consistency and efficiency capabilities. The person must be energetic, independent, innovative, result-oriented, ability to work under pressure and make informed judgement in decision-making. 

Job Summary 

The Procurement Officer will lead procurement operations and ensure the strategic sourcing of goods and services that deliver value for money, operational efficiency, and reliable supply to support smallholder farmers and organizational growth. The role will provide leadership in procurement planning, supplier management, contract negotiation, compliance, and inventory optimization. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure cost-effective and compliant purchasing. 
2. Lead supplier sourcing, pre-qualification, and evaluation processes. 
3. Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms to achieve optimal value. 
4. Approve purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in line with budget and procurement policy. 
5. Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, from requisition to delivery and payment. 
6. Manage supplier performance, resolve disputes, and maintain strong vendor relationships. 
7. Ensure proper documentation, compliance, and audit readiness for all procurement activities. 
8. Monitor inventory levels to avoid stock-outs and overstocking while aligning procurement with demand forecasts. 
9. Collaborate with Finance to ensure timely supplier payments and accurate record-keeping. 
10. Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and performance dashboards for management review. 
11. Mentor and supervise junior procurement staff. 
12. Support ethical sourcing and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. 
13. Perform any other duties as assigned by management. 

Required Skills 

1. Excellent negotiation, communication, and contract management skills. 
2. Strong analytical, financial, and cost-control abilities. 
3. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement systems. 
4. Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. 
5. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities. 
6. High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism. 
7. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. 

Core Competencies 

1. Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. 
2. Contract negotiation and vendor performance evaluation. 
3. Procurement compliance and policy enforcement. 
4. Inventory and demand planning. 
5. Budgeting and spend analysis. 
6. Staff supervision and mentoring. 
7. Dispute resolution and stakeholder management. 

Qualifications and Experience 

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field. 
2. Professional certification (CIPS, CIM, or equivalent) is an advantage. 
3. Minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain management, with proven leadership responsibility 

The right Candidate should have the following: 

1. The Passion to learn and grow: There will be ample opportunity to grow in this role, as we expand into new markets which will give you more experience to be an expert for the business. 
2. Quick and adaptive Approach:  As PPL is growing fast, priorities shift and there will be constant re-evaluation of our approach to business, hence you will enjoy a flexible environment with enthusiastic new challenges. 
3. Passionate about positively impacting smallholder farmers and customers in rural areas: You will be excited by the possibility of directly impacting millions of Ghanaians, thereby helping them to build a sustainable livelihood, as well as improve their nutritional value. 

How to Apply 

We are an equal opportunity employer who welcome applications from all qualified candidates with the requisite skills enshrined in this job advertisement. Interested candidates should submit their Updated CV and Cover Letter with the job title to careers@premier-poultry.com not later than 25th January,2026. 

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.