Background information about the job or company:

At MTN Zambia, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, every day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood, and empowered to live an inspired life.

Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA.

As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us.

Our commitments go beyond organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realize our shared goals.

We are delighted that you are considering us as your career partner to make a mark in the world. We look forward to your application.

Responsibilities:

• Procure technology products and services aligned with business and technical needs.
• Evaluate and select vendors based on quality, compliance, and value.
• Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure favorable terms and legal compliance.
• Monitor procurement costs and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to MTN Group policies and Zambian procurement regulations.
• Conduct technical evaluations to ensure compatibility and performance.
• Align procurement activities with MTN Zambia’s technology strategy.
• Research market trends and emerging technologies to guide decisions.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand and support technology needs.
• Improve procurement systems, processes, and workflows for efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to technology acquisitions.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 certificate with 5 credit or better of which English and Mathematics are a must
• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supply / bachelor’s degree in business administration
• 5 years’ experience in procurement management, within a large organization
• 3 years’ experience in clearing and logistics
• Experience in a telecommunications environment is advantageous
• Experienced driver with clean driving license

Experience needed:

5 years’ experience in procurement management, within a large organization

Any other provided details:

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

• Procure technology products and services aligned with business and technical needs.
• Evaluate and select vendors based on quality, compliance, and value.
• Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure favorable terms and legal compliance.
• Monitor procurement costs and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to MTN Group policies and Zambian procurement regulations.
• Conduct technical evaluations to ensure compatibility and performance.
• Align procurement activities with MTN Zambia’s technology strategy.
• Research market trends and emerging technologies to guide decisions.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand and support technology needs.
• Improve procurement systems, processes, and workflows for efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to technology acquisitions.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

• Grade 12 certificate with 5 credit or better of which English and Mathematics are a must
• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supply / bachelor’s degree in business administration
• 5 years’ experience in procurement management, within a large organization
• 3 years’ experience in clearing and logistics
• Experience in a telecommunications environment is advantageous
• Experienced driver with clean driving license