Senior Officer, Procurement & Logistics at FHI 360 Tanzania

Full Time Tanzania October 21, 2026 Procurement And Supply

Senior Officer, Procurement & Logistics at FHI 360 Tanzania

Job Vacancy: Senior Officer, Procurement & Logistics

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Employment Type: Full Time

Expected Salary Range: TZS 52,000,000 – TZS 65,000,000 (Annual Basic Salary)

Job Role Insights

Travel Requirements: Less than 10%
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field
Experience: Minimum 5 Years in procurement, logistics, and administrative support (NGO experience preferred)

About the Role

FHI 360 Tanzania is seeking an experienced Senior Officer, Procurement & Logistics to oversee procurement operations, vendor management, inventory levels, and logistics services across company operations. The role involves managing purchase requisitions, bid specifications, supplier evaluations, custom regulations, asset life-cycle management, and international employee relocation logistics in full compliance with donor regulations and organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & Vendor Management

Order Processing: Review, examine, and process purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts for materials, equipment, and services.
Sourcing & Analysis: Assist in developing bid specifications, evaluate quotation bids, conduct supplier negotiations, and recommend vendor selections based on cost, quality, and delivery schedules.
Supplier Relations: Serve as the main point of contact for suppliers to expedite deliveries, resolve inventory shortages, and ensure contract compliance.
Invoice Reconciliation: Verify invoices against delivery receipts and purchase orders, authorize bills for payment, and coordinate with accounts payable.

2. Logistics & Expatriate Relocation

Relocation Logistics: Manage purchasing and shipping logistics for expatriate staff relocations, including household goods and personal vehicles.
Customs & Compliance: Act as focal point for customs regulations, US/International import-export rules, visas, work permits, and international commerce standards.
Budget Monitoring: Monitor procurement and relocation budgets to prevent cost overages and ensure allowable expenses.

3. Asset & Inventory Control

Inventory Management: Coordinate purchasing activities across departments to maintain optimal stock levels.
Asset Life Cycle: Track equipment inventory, oversee asset management, and coordinate end-of-life equipment disposition.
Internal Audits: Conduct periodic internal procurement audits in collaboration with finance to verify policy adherence.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (or international equivalent) in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Professional procurement certification (e.g., PSPTB, CIPS) is highly preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement, logistics, and supply chain experience. Prior experience working within an International Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) environment is strongly preferred.

Technical Competencies & Attributes

Strong knowledge of local and international procurement methodologies, customs clearance, and donor compliance rules.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and data reporting skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, ERP systems, and standard office software.
Articulate communicator with fluent spoken and written English.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their application online containing:

Cover Application Letter.
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume.
Photocopies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
Names and contact details of three (3) professional referees.

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Closing Deadline

Deadline: 3rd November 2026

Note: FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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