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Procurement Intern

Job Summary

The Procurement Intern will support the procurement team in the day-to-day sourcing, purchasing and supplier management activities of the organisation. This is an opportunity for a recent graduate to build practical experience in procurement processes, documentation and supplier engagement, with the possibility of absorption into a permanent role based on performance at the end of the 6-month internship.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the procurement team in sourcing goods and services from suppliers

• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, quotations and local purchase orders

• Obtain and compare supplier quotations and assist with supplier evaluation

• Maintain accurate procurement records, files and supplier databases

• Follow up with suppliers on deliveries, pricing and outstanding orders

• Liaise with user departments and the stores team on procurement needs and deliveries

• Assist with tracking inventory levels and raising requests for replenishment

• Provide general administrative support to the procurement department

• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Procurement Manager

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

• Basic knowledge of procurement processes and documentation

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word

• Good communication and negotiation skills

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Attention to detail and a high level of integrity

• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment

Field Sales Executive – Construction Materials – Thika

Key Responsibilities

Business Development and Sales

• Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within the assigned territory.

• Conduct regular visits to construction sites, hardware stores, property developments, and customer locations.

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective customers.

• Generate leads and convert them into sales.

• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.

• Prepare quotations and follow up on outstanding opportunities.

Customer Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with contractors, developers, fundis, architects, quantity surveyors, and property owners.

• Present products and recommend solutions that meet customer requirements.

• Follow up on quotations, pending orders, and customer inquiries.

• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.

Territory Management

• Plan and manage daily field activities within the assigned territory.

• Maintain accurate records of customer visits, leads, quotations, and sales activities.

• Monitor competitor activities and identify emerging market opportunities.

• Provide regular market intelligence and customer feedback to management.

Product Demonstration and Sales Support

• Present products using the company-provided tablet and webstore.

• Explain product specifications, pricing, promotions, and product availability.

• Coordinate with branch teams to ensure efficient order processing and customer support.

• Provide in-store sales support when required.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate should have:

• At least three (3) years of experience in field sales, direct sales, territory sales, or business development.

• Proven experience consistently achieving sales targets.

• Experience selling construction materials, building products, hardware, paint, roofing products, tiles, sanitary ware, cement, steel, or related products.

• Demonstrated experience prospecting and developing new business in the field.

• Strong negotiation and closing skills.

• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills.

• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience selling to:

• Contractors

• Developers

• Hardware stores

• Construction companies

• Architects

• Quantity surveyors

• Interior designers

Tools and Support Provided

The company will provide:

• A company motorcycle.

• Complete motorcycle safety gear.

• Advanced rider training.

• A tablet for product presentations and customer engagement.

• A GPS-enabled motorcycle for field operations.

Field Sales Executive – Construction Materials – Ngong

Key Responsibilities

Business Development and Sales

• Identify, prospect, and develop new business opportunities within the assigned territory.

• Conduct regular visits to construction sites, hardware stores, property developments, and customer locations.

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective customers.

• Generate leads and convert them into sales.

• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.

• Prepare quotations and follow up on outstanding opportunities.

Customer Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with contractors, developers, fundis, architects, quantity surveyors, and property owners.

• Present products and recommend solutions that meet customer requirements.

• Follow up on quotations, pending orders, and customer inquiries.

• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.

Territory Management