Procurement Officer with 6+ years experience to join Supply Chain, procure global equipment, and negotiate vendor SLAs supporting Operations and Maintenance projects.

Procurement Officer 
CrossBoundary Energy

About the Firm

CrossBoundary Energy develops, owns, and operates distributed renewable energy solutions for businesses, offering cheaper and cleaner energy through power purchase and lease agreements. With a US$680M portfolio of awarded, signed, in-construction, and operating energy assets, the company boasts over 500 MWp of solar PV, wind generation, and thermal projects and approximately 600 MWh of battery energy storage solutions. Its clients include industry leaders like Rio Tinto, Ivanhoe, Unilever, Diageo, Heineken, and the Devki Group. The diverse portfolio features large-scale renewable-led hybrid power plants for mines, rooftop and ground-mount solar PV plants for industrial clients, and distributed solar PV and battery power solutions for telecommunications sites. As a member of the CrossBoundary Group, founded in 2011, CrossBoundary Energy is dedicated to unlocking the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. Learn more at www.crossboundaryenergy.com

Why join us?

The CrossBoundary team is a unique group of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging and exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com.

What you’ll do

The Procurement Officer at CBE will oversee procurement and import processes across African countries, initially focusing on O&M needs. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, achieving commercial excellence, and supporting the company's global clean energy impact. Candidates should have logistics or procurement experience in African markets and be proactive and passionate about driving change in emerging economies.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manage African import regulations efficiently and on time
Complete shipping documents in-house and meet line/agent requirements
Arrange bookings, inspections, and supplier/country-specific needs promptly
Coordinate loading with warehouse and suppliers
Submit clearing documentation to agents quickly
Update costing systems for accurate pricing
Source and negotiate shipping and agent rates for export/import processes
Liaise with suppliers to confirm shipping documents, details, and delivery
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness
Negotiate contracts, terms, and prices with vendors for optimal procurement outcomes
Track purchase orders and manage inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations
Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance regularly
Oversee procurement of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) materials, equipment, and services
Ensure timely sourcing and delivery of spare parts and consumables for maintenance activities
Work closely with O&M teams to understand technical specifications and operational requirements
Evaluate O&M suppliers for reliability, technical compliance, and safety standards
Monitor O&M contract compliance, warranty terms, and service agreements

Who you are
Ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:

At least 6 years’ experience in international cargo logistics (air, sea, road, courier), with preference for experience shipping to African countries
Experience in international procurement processes and supplier management
Proficient in documentation: Certificate of Origin, Bills of Lading, Import/Export Permits
Knowledgeable in general and hazardous cargo shipping
Computer skills: MS Office required; advanced Excel essential
Strong English communication (verbal/written)
Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
Reliable, organized, detail-oriented
Excellent interpersonal/teamwork abilities
Customer-focused and skilled at supplier negotiation

Location

Cape Town preferred, but can be based in Nairobi (Kenya) or Lagos (Nigeria)

Interested in applying?
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you're passionate about what we're building, we want to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to  recruiting@crossboundary.com

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