**OFFICE LOCATION**:
Africa
The position will be based at either of the TNC Africa offices in Angola, Gabon, Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, or Zambia
LI-REMOTE
**WHO WE ARE**:
The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges to create a world where people and nature thrive. We're rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which include a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want better insight into TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or Glassdoor.
Since establishing the Africa Program in 2007, The Nature Conservancy's vision in Africa is to work towards fostering a sustainable future for people and nature, partnering with indigenous communities across 55 million acres on the continent. Our efforts are firmly rooted in people, leveraging scientific and technical expertise as we collaborate with governments and organizations to conserve and enhance Africa's shared resources in the nine countries we operate.
TNC's work in Africa transcends three key pillars: securing ownership rights to lands and resources for indigenous people, strengthening leadership and resource management, and helping communities value nature through a holistic appreciation of its benefits while increasing revenue streams for conservation efforts and socio-economic development. Together with our partners, we are witnessing critical milestones in integrated land and fisheries management, ocean and source water protection, energy development, and sustainable food production, working together and strengthening our resolve to tackle global challenges such as climate change, habitat, and biodiversity loss that stands to adversely impact the nearly 1.4 billion people that share Africa.
**WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER**:
The Procurement Specialist's primary role will be to assist TNC Africa with various tasks such as sourcing, negotiating, and contracting; monitoring vendor performance and analyzing logistics data to improve the supply chain; building and maintaining relationships with business partners; and communicating with vendors; suppliers, and distributors, and be responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies to reduce costs and improve product quality.
To determine the ideal quantities for purchase and the most suitable delivery times by following a systematic approach. Measure and report key purchasing and inventory metrics. Mitigate Supply Chain risk through supplier qualification, development, and alternatives. The position ensures compliance with TNC policies and procedures and best practices in Operational financial management. The role reports to the Associate Operations Director-Africa Region and works closely with the support functions and the conservation program teams. The position will be based at either of the TNC Africa offices in Angola, Gabon, Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, or Zambia.
**WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU**:
The Procurement Specialist will work as part of a team within the Africa business unit, coordinating tasks related to one or more functional activities. Specifically, they will be responsible for the following;
- Develop, manage, and track procurement plans for the Africa BU and ensure smooth execution of procurement plans and serve as the custodian of the Procurement tracker for the Africa region.
- Collaborate with budget and department heads to understand organizational needs, oversee the procurement process from start to finish, and ensure procurement commitments are within budget.
- Develop forecast needs and supplies and manage inventory.
- Identify potential suppliers who align with the organization's mission, have relevant certifications and insurance, and offer materials within the budget.
- Facilitate selecting pre-qualified vendors, review and ensure an annual update to the list for all countries.
- Negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and evaluate supplier performance.
- Collect and analyze data for making informed decisions and identify and manage procurement risks.
- Ensure compliance with TNC procurement policies and procedures and any external requirements from donors, legal entities, or the IRS.
- Verification of quotations, guiding procurement procedures & procurement documents in readiness for payment.
- Provide guidance on source procedures, review requests for proposals (RFPs), and tendering processes.
- Review and approval of sole source justifications & advance payments above 25%.
- Train new employees on the procurement SOP and the Africa procurement guidelines and support team members as necessary.
- Review of service contract agreements, e.g., Leases, Accounting vendors, Security, Cleaning & Janitorial.