About Talent House Ltd:

We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that operates as a link between people and companies in achieving a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop and retain.

About the role:

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Procurement, Expeditor & Market Research Analyst to support their procurement operations, supplier management, logistics follow ups, and strategic market intelligence. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring timely sourcing, cost efficiency, supplier performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Sourcing

• Source and evaluate suppliers for mining spares, heavy equipment parts, consumables, and services.
• Prepare and analyze RFQs, purchase orders, supplier quotations, and comparative cost analyses.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and payment conditions with local and international suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, budgets, and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation.

2. Expediting & Order Follow-Up

• Track and expedite purchase orders from placement to final delivery.
• Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify potential delays or supply chain risks and proactively implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate customs clearance documentation and support import/export processes when required.
• Provide regular status updates on orders, deliveries, and lead times to management.

3. Market Research & Analysis

• Conduct continuous market research on pricing trends, supplier performance, and product availability.
• Analyze local, regional, and international market data to identify cost-saving and sourcing opportunities.
• Prepare detailed market intelligence reports to support procurement and strategic decisions.

4. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key liaison between suppliers, logistics partners, and internal departments.
• Prepare professional reports, summaries, and presentations for management.
• Support cross departmental coordination with finance, operations, and sales teams.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and service providers.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in procurement, expediting, supply chain, or market research roles.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier sourcing, and cost analysis.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and basic procurement or ERP systems.
• Experience in mining, heavy equipment, industrial supplies, or engineering sectors is an added advantage.

Compensation:

The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Source and evaluate suppliers for mining spares, heavy equipment parts, consumables, and services.
• Prepare and analyze RFQs, purchase orders, supplier quotations, and comparative cost analyses.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and payment conditions with local and international suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, budgets, and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation.
• Track and expedite purchase orders from placement to final delivery.
• Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify potential delays or supply chain risks and proactively implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate customs clearance documentation and support import/export processes when required.
• Provide regular status updates on orders, deliveries, and lead times to management.
• Conduct continuous market research on pricing trends, supplier performance, and product availability.
• Analyze local, regional, and international market data to identify cost-saving and sourcing opportunities.
• Prepare detailed market intelligence reports to support procurement and strategic decisions.
• Act as a key liaison between suppliers, logistics partners, and internal departments.
• Prepare professional reports, summaries, and presentations for management.
• Support cross departmental coordination with finance, operations, and sales teams.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and service providers.

• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier sourcing, and cost analysis.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and basic procurement or ERP systems.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in procurement, expediting, supply chain, or market research roles.
• Experience in mining, heavy equipment, industrial supplies, or engineering sectors is an added advantage.