Purchasing Agent – Tema, Ghana

About the role

The Purchasing Agent will organise and manage the local procurement process to support manufacturing and commercial teams in Tema. The role ensures timely acquisition of quality goods and services while maintaining cost efficiency, strong supplier relationships, and compliance with global procurement SOPs and company policies.

Key responsibilities

• Place and manage purchase orders with local material and indirect suppliers, ensuring on‑time delivery.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs), analyse bids, conduct evaluations and present recommendations.
• Support market research and due‑diligence to identify and assess potential vendors.
• Convert end‑user requests into procurement requests and purchase orders, securing approvals and follow‑ups.
• Coordinate with warehouse and office staff to plan inbound deliveries and optimise arrangements.
• Maintain professional communication with suppliers and collaborate with engineering and warehouse teams to procure spare parts, consumables and production materials.
• Keep accurate procurement documentation, update weekly cash forecasts and support vendor appraisals.
• Negotiate favourable payment terms and costings for goods and services.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar procurement role, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Understanding of procurement best practices, vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency with procurement systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving abilities and high attention to detail.
• Integrity and professionalism; qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Required skills

• Procurement software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets)