Procurement Officer Job Vacancy at ALAF Limited – Dar es Salaam, November 2026

Job Overview

• Job Title: Procurement Officer
• Company: ALAF Limited
• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Reference Number: ALAF05112026/02
• Job Category: Procurement and Supply Chain
• Work Level: Skilled
• Employment Type: Contract
• Salary: Market Related
• Date Posted: 9 November 2026
• Application Deadline: Not specified

About ALAF Limited

ALAF Limited is a leading manufacturer of roofing sheets and related building solutions in Tanzania, serving customers in the construction and building materials sector.

Job Purpose

ALAF Limited is seeking to recruit a Procurement Officer to ensure timely procurement of Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operational Expenditure (OPEX) requirements at the most competitive rates.

The successful candidate will streamline procurement activities to ensure that customer requirements are fulfilled on time, in full and at the lowest possible cost without compromising quality.

The Procurement Officer will execute day-to-day procurement activities, including sourcing, purchasing and expediting goods and services in line with ALAF Limited’s policies and customer requirements. The role will ensure the timely delivery of materials and services at the best possible value while maintaining compliance, proper documentation and supporting smooth production and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Process

• Perform timely procurement of materials and services at the most competitive rates without compromising quality.
• Improve the efficiency of the Purchase Requisition (PR) to Purchase Order (PO) process to fulfil procurement requirements on time and at optimised costs.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), minimising audit observations during internal and external audits.
• Identify and implement cost-optimisation opportunities and initiatives to reduce the overall Supply Chain Management (SCM) cycle time.
• Continuously develop new vendors to source better-quality products and services while reducing lead times.
• Select, evaluate and maintain vendor relationships through periodic performance reviews.
• Issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), invite quotations, negotiate with vendors, prepare comparative statements, update quotations and verify market rates for specific and commonly procured items.
• Engage internal customers on dispatch and delivery status, project updates and process improvements to achieve overall customer satisfaction.
• Ensure material availability in accordance with the Material Requirements Plan (MRP).
• Liaise with shipping companies, transporters and other relevant parties to facilitate smooth customs clearance and delivery of goods to company plants.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with local customs authorities and the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), ensuring that import duties and taxes are paid.
• Achieve cost savings on goods and services through effective negotiations, vendor development, material planning and value engineering.
• Plan and maintain minimum stock balances in line with supplier lead times and stockholding policies to prevent stock-outs.
• Monitor and control inventory held in warehouses before placing new orders to avoid duplication and reduce inventory levels.

2. Supply Chain Administration

• Comply with company standards, policies and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support and implement company initiatives aimed at achieving performance, quality and safety targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to create strategic value, manage risks and strengthen the organisation’s competitive advantage.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement programmes within the procurement function to establish high performance and operational standards.
• Select, evaluate and develop department employees in accordance with general Human Resources policies.
• Maintain 100% accuracy in documentation, data management and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Proactively monitor procurement operational and financial performance and develop individual and departmental action plans to achieve set targets.
• Ensure the protection and security of company assets.
• Ensure adequate insurance coverage is arranged for goods in transit and goods held in stores.
• Ensure compliance with legal agreements in accordance with SOPs and effectively monitor and track agreements across the function.
• Ensure timely payments to suppliers, vendors and business partners in accordance with agreed Purchase Order terms.
• Work with the Commercial Officer (Inbound) to ensure that Letters of Credit (LCs) and cost sheets are prepared accurately and on time.
• Introduce an effective filing system that allows records to be easily accessed and retrieved.

3. People Management

• Participate in the recruitment of subordinate employees in collaboration with management and the Human Resources Department.
• Manage the performance of direct reports by agreeing on annual goals, measuring performance against agreed objectives and addressing areas of underperformance.
• Support staff development and identify training interventions to promote career growth.
• Contribute to the development of departmental succession plans in consultation with management.
• Coach and mentor team members to encourage personal growth and teamwork.
• Approve leave, subsistence and travel expenses in accordance with the established approval matrix.

Qualifications and Experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, Stores Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• A certified course in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.
• Professional Registration: PSPTB certification is mandatory.

General Work Experience

• Experience working with ERP-based Supply Chain systems is required. The specific number of years is not clearly stated in the vacancy announcement.
• At least five (5) years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in procurement within the manufacturing or Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry is preferred.

Employment Details

• Work Level: Skilled
• Job Type: Contract
• Salary: Market Related
• Location: Dar es Salaam
• Employment Equity Position: No

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official ALAF Limited recruitment portal.

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Applicants should follow the instructions provided on the recruitment portal when submitting their applications.