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Procurement Analyst at Mukuru

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Procurement, Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or Analytics
  • Postgraduate Degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or CIPS qualification

Requirements:

  • Analyse procurement data and optimise vendor processes
  • Automate reporting and influence strategic sourcing
  • Develop spend analytics and dashboards
  • Support strategic sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations
  • Collaborate with internal departments to gather requirements

Job description

Shape Smarter Spending. Drive Strategic Procurement.

At Mukuru, we believe procurement is more than just buying — it’s about building partnerships, unlocking value, and making data-driven decisions that support long-term growth. We’re looking for a Procurement Analyst to join our innovative finance team and help transform procurement from a tactical function into a strategic powerhouse.

If you’re a curious problem-solver with a love for data, process optimisation, and modern tools, this role gives you the perfect platform to drive change, efficiency, and value.

Your Mission as a Procurement Analyst

You’ll play a key role in analysing procurement data, optimising vendor processes, automating reporting, and influencing strategic sourcing. Working closely with the Group Purchasing Manager and cross-functional teams, you’ll bring clarity and structure to complex procurement decisions — and help drive Mukuru’s vision forward through smarter, faster, and more cost-effective buying.

What You’ll Be Doing

Data Analysis & Insights

  • Develop and maintain detailed spend analytics and dashboards

  • Provide insights to support strategic sourcing, budgeting, and supplier performance reviews

  • Use tools like SQL, Python, Power BI, or Tableau to transform raw data into smart decisions

  • Build automated procurement reporting systems that improve speed and visibility

Process Optimisation

  • Evaluate and refine procurement processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs

  • Streamline the vendor list and optimise workflows aligned with Delegation of Authority (DoA)

  • Identify opportunities for automation and implement innovative procurement tools

Project & Stakeholder Support

  • Support strategic sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and sourcing events

  • Collaborate with internal departments to gather procurement requirements and reconcile spend data

  • Assist with ERP integrations, dashboard development, and continuous improvement projects

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Procurement, Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or Analytics (Essential)

  • Postgraduate Degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or CIPS qualification (Advantageous)

Experience

  • 3–5 years in procurement analytics, reporting, spend analysis, contract support, or supply chain

  • Experience in fintech or fast-paced tech-driven environments is a plus

Tech & Tools, You’ll Use

  • Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, Macros, Power Query)

  • Power BI / Tableau (Data visualisation)

  • Python, SQL, or R (Data analysis & automation)

  • ERP systems like NetSuite and Fraxion

  • Project tools such as Asana or MS Projects

Key Competencies

  • Analytical thinking & problem-solving

  • Attention to detail with numerical accuracy

  • Strong planning and organisational skills

  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement

  • Systems thinking and a continuous improvement mindset

  • Ability to turn complex data into actionable insights

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!


Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.


NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS

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