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POSITION TITLE:Procurement & Supply Chain Supervisor

COUNTRY: Rwanda

LOCATION: Kigali Head Office

RESPONSIBLE TO: Procurement and Logistics Manager

STATUS: Full-Time

Employment level: Junior Manager

SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: N/A

DATE: June 2026.

Gasmeth Energy MISSION:

Gasmeth Energy is to develop and produce methane from Lake Kivu in a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound manner. The Company will distribute compressed natural gas (CNG) throughout the country, reducing or removing environmental pollution using cleaner, greener gas, displacing liquid or solid hydrocarbons.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Procurement and Supply Chain Supervisor serve as the second-in-command within the Logistics & Procurement department, deputizing for the Logistics & Procurement Manager as required. This role is primarily responsible for leading and managing all procurement activities that fall outside of the Main Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract, ensuring that supplementary goods, services, and works are acquired in a timely, cost-effective, and compliant manner in support of project delivery objectives.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Procurement Leadership (Non-EPC)

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for all goods, services, and works outside the Main EPC contract, including direct and indirect categories.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve procurement strategies for non-EPC project requirements.
• Manage supplier identification, pre-qualification, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract award processes.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with organizational policies, donor requirements, and Rwandan public procurement regulations (RPPA framework).
• Maintain a procurement tracker and report regularly on status, spending, savings, and risk to the Logistics & Procurement Manager.
• Prepare, execute, and update stakeholders on the non-EPC procurement Plan status.

2. Supply Chain Management

• Oversee the supply chain for project-related materials and services, ensuring continuity of supply and minimal disruption to project timelines.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, conducting periodic reviews and taking corrective action where necessary.
• Coordinate with project, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and receipt of goods.
• Monitor market conditions and supply risks within Rwanda, the East African region, and globally, proposing mitigating actions as required.

3. Contract Management

• Draft, review, and administer contracts and purchase orders for non-EPC procurement.
• Ensure contractual terms, conditions, and obligations are met by both the organization and suppliers.
• Manage variation orders, claims, and dispute resolution processes in coordination with project, legal, and finance teams.

4. Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison between the procurement function and internal project, technical, finance, and legal departments.
• Support the Logistics & Procurement Manager in representing the department in senior management forums and project meetings.
• Deputies for the Logistics & Procurement Manager during periods of absence, ensuring departmental continuity.

5. Team Management & Capacity Building

• Supervise, mentor, and develop procurement and supply chain staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Set performance objectives, conduct appraisals, and identify training and development needs for direct reports.
• Champion knowledge transfer and capacity building within the procurement team, including sharing best practices aligned to the Rwandan market context.

6. Compliance, Ethics & Reporting

• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and value for money.
• Maintain proper procurement documentation and audit trails in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present procurement reports, dashboards, and analysis to the Logistics & Procurement Manager and other stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and explanations as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field from a recognized Rwandan or international university.

Preferred:

Master's Degree (MBA, MSc Supply Chain, or equivalent) is an added advantage.

Professional Certification:

Membership or certification with a recognized procurement body is required or actively being pursued e.g. Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) level 4 minimum, working towards level 5.

Essential Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in procurement and/or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience managing procurement outside of or alongside large EPC, construction, or infrastructure contracts.
• Proven track record of managing tender processes, contract negotiations, and supplier performance in a project-based environment.
• Experience working within Rwanda's regulatory and legal procurement framework.
• Experience in the East African region, with an understanding of cross-border logistics, import/export procedures, and regional supplier markets.

Desirable

• Experience in the energy, infrastructure, construction, or development sectors in Rwanda or the wider East Africa region.
• Exposure to internationally funded projects (World Bank, AfDB, bilateral donors) and associated procurement rules and compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP or procurement management systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar).

Skills:

Technical Skills

• Strong command of procurement principles, category management, and supply chain strategy.
• Solid understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and contract administration.
• Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and scopes of work across various disciplines.

Leadership & Management

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop diverse procurement teams.
• Strong decision-making capability under pressure and within tight project timelines.
• Ability to deputies for and represent senior management at internal and external forums.

Communication & Interpersonal

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential; Kinyarwanda proficiency is required; French is a significant advantage.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• High standard of report writing and presentation skills.

Personal Attributes

• High levels of integrity and commitment to ethical procurement practice.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Culturally aware and experienced in working within the Rwandan business environment.
• Proactive, self-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Submission of applications – to include combined in one folder 1 page Cover letter, an updated CV (maximum three pages), and names, titles, and contacts of three professional referees - should be submitted via the Apply button with the position applied for clearly indicated in the subject line. The deadline for submission of applications is 17^th May 2026 at 17:00hrs.