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Job Title: Procurement Officer
 

Department: Procurement
Reporting to: Procurement Manager
Location: Mauritius : Transinvest Construction

Role Purpose

The Procurement Officer plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of construction projects by ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of materials, products, and services.

The position combines operational purchasing, supplier management, negotiation, and strategic sourcing, while contributing to the company’s responsible and performance-driven procurement strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Operations

• Analyse project and site requirements and anticipate purchasing needs.
• Organise and lead Procurement Kick-Off Meetings with site teams.
• Manage the full procure-to-pay cycle in line with internal procedures.
• Handle both spot purchases and framework agreements.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to construction sites.

2. Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard local and international suppliers.
• Launch requests for quotation (RFQs), tenders, and competitive bidding processes.
• Conduct commercial and contractual negotiations to secure best value.
• Participate in supplier performance evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Maintain strong, ethical, and sustainable supplier relationships.

3. Contract & Risk Management

• Prepare and formalise purchase orders and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with technical, financial, legal, and HSE requirements.
• Monitor contractual commitments, delivery schedules, and risks.
• Escalate issues and propose mitigation actions when required.

4. Cost Optimisation & Strategy

• Contribute to category-based procurement strategies.
• Benchmark market prices and challenge existing sourcing practices.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency gains.
• Support responsible and sustainable procurement initiatives.

5. Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Produce procurement reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Track savings, supplier performance, and purchasing compliance.
• Provide accurate data to support management decision-making.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings achieved vs. budget
• On-time delivery rate to sites
• Supplier performance and quality levels
• Compliance with procurement procedures
• Contract coverage ratio
• Accuracy and timeliness of reporting

Candidate Profile

• Education : Minimum HSC/Baccalaureate +3 in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Management.

Experience

• At least 3 years’ proven experience in a Procurement/Buyer role.
• Strong exposure to production or construction procurement (highly desirable).
• Experience working with international suppliers and logistics is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Good command of Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Knowledge of Power BI or reporting tools.
• Experience using a Procurement or ERP system.
• Understanding of tendering, negotiation, and contract management processes.

Soft Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and work under pressure.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
• Team player with a strong sense of ethics and responsibility.

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