Procurement & Logistics Officer job at SunCulture
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Posted date: 2026-Sep-29
Location: Uganda, Kampala
Procurement & Logistics Officer 2026-09-29T07:56:20+00:00 SunCulture https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_11872/logo/download.png https://ug.sunculture.io/ FULL_TIME Uganda Kampala 00256 Uganda Professional Services Business Operations, Transportation & Logistics, Management 2026-10-04T17:00:00+00:00 8 About This Job: Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan. On behalf of our client in the Renewable Energies Sector, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Procurement and Logistics Officer to work at the different locations. About the Role The Procurement and Logistics Officer will play a key role in managing the procurement process, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring efficient logistics operations. The role will support the timely and cost-effective sourcing, movement, storage, and availability of materials and equipment required to support the company’s solar projects and overall operations. Key Responsibilities Procurement Management - Source, negotiate, and purchase goods, materials, and services required for solar projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to quality standards.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to secure favourable terms, competitive pricing, and appropriate lead times.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including project managers and engineers, to determine procurement requirements and specifications.
- Review purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approved budgets.
- Monitor supplier performance and address issues or discrepancies relating to delivery, quality, pricing, and service level
Inventory Management - Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock levels of solar equipment, components, and spare parts.
- Forecast demand for materials and supplies based on project schedules, operational requirements, and historical consumption patterns.
- Implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess inventory, stock-outs, and obsolescence.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure the proper storage, retrieval, and distribution of inventory items.
Logistics Coordination - Coordinate transportation and shipping logistics for incoming and outgoing shipments of solar products, equipment, and materials.
- Arrange freight services, carriers, and customs clearance for international shipments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Track the movement of goods in transit and provide timely status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Resolve logistics-related issues, including shipping delays, damaged goods, and documentation errors.
- Identify opportunities to optimize shipping routes and transportation methods to minimize costs and delivery times.
Compliance and Documentation - Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements.
- Prepare and review shipping documents, customs declarations, and import/export documentation.
- Assist in resolving legal or contractual issues related to procurement and logistics activities.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in procurement, inventory management, and logistics coordination, preferably within the solar or renewable energy industry.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build productive relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Proficiency in procurement software, inventory management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of transportation regulations, customs procedures, and international trade compliance.
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong commitment to ethical procurement practices and sustainability in supply chain and logistics operations.
- Source, negotiate, and purchase goods, materials, and services required for solar projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to quality standards.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to secure favourable terms, competitive pricing, and appropriate lead times.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including project managers and engineers, to determine procurement requirements and specifications.
- Review purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approved budgets.
- Monitor supplier performance and address issues or discrepancies relating to delivery, quality, pricing, and service level
- Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock levels of solar equipment, components, and spare parts.
- Forecast demand for materials and supplies based on project schedules, operational requirements, and historical consumption patterns.
- Implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess inventory, stock-outs, and obsolescence.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure the proper storage, retrieval, and distribution of inventory items.
- Coordinate transportation and shipping logistics for incoming and outgoing shipments of solar products, equipment, and materials.
- Arrange freight services, carriers, and customs clearance for international shipments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Track the movement of goods in transit and provide timely status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Resolve logistics-related issues, including shipping delays, damaged goods, and documentation errors.
- Identify opportunities to optimize shipping routes and transportation methods to minimize costs and delivery times.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements.
- Prepare and review shipping documents, customs declarations, and import/export documentation.
- Assist in resolving legal or contractual issues related to procurement and logistics activities.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
- Strong negotiation skills
- Effective communication
- Supplier relationship management
- Procurement software proficiency
- Inventory management systems proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Knowledge of transportation regulations
- Knowledge of customs procedures
- Knowledge of international trade compliance
- Organizational skills
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ethical procurement practices
- Sustainability in supply chain and logistics operations
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in procurement, inventory management, and logistics coordination, preferably within the solar or renewable energy industry.
JOB-6abb6f24231e4 Vacancy title:
Procurement & Logistics Officer Jobs at:
SunCulture Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, October 4 2026 Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 29 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
About This Job: Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan. On behalf of our client in the Renewable Energies Sector, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Procurement and Logistics Officer to work at the different locations. About the Role The Procurement and Logistics Officer will play a key role in managing the procurement process, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring efficient logistics operations. The role will support the timely and cost-effective sourcing, movement, storage, and availability of materials and equipment required to support the company’s solar projects and overall operations. Key Responsibilities Procurement Management - Source, negotiate, and purchase goods, materials, and services required for solar projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to quality standards.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to secure favourable terms, competitive pricing, and appropriate lead times.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including project managers and engineers, to determine procurement requirements and specifications.
- Review purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approved budgets.
- Monitor supplier performance and address issues or discrepancies relating to delivery, quality, pricing, and service level
Inventory Management - Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock levels of solar equipment, components, and spare parts.
- Forecast demand for materials and supplies based on project schedules, operational requirements, and historical consumption patterns.
- Implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess inventory, stock-outs, and obsolescence.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure the proper storage, retrieval, and distribution of inventory items.
Logistics Coordination - Coordinate transportation and shipping logistics for incoming and outgoing shipments of solar products, equipment, and materials.
- Arrange freight services, carriers, and customs clearance for international shipments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Track the movement of goods in transit and provide timely status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Resolve logistics-related issues, including shipping delays, damaged goods, and documentation errors.
- Identify opportunities to optimize shipping routes and transportation methods to minimize costs and delivery times.
Compliance and Documentation - Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements.
- Prepare and review shipping documents, customs declarations, and import/export documentation.
- Assist in resolving legal or contractual issues related to procurement and logistics activities.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in procurement, inventory management, and logistics coordination, preferably within the solar or renewable energy industry.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build productive relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Proficiency in procurement software, inventory management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of transportation regulations, customs procedures, and international trade compliance.
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong commitment to ethical procurement practices and sustainability in supply chain and logistics operations.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 12 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to apply under the job vacancy “QSSU-SCU–PLO–PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS OFFICER†Click Here to Apply Now The deadline for applications is not later than 08:00 am Sunday 4th October, 2026 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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