Assistant Procurement and Business Manager at Home Universal

Homes Universal is a real estate consortium of more than ten subsidiaries that offer the full range of real estate services ranging from property development, sales and lettings, valuations, property management, property exhibitions, interior design and a host of other complementary services. Over the years, the group has continued to thrive by anticipating ...

• Procurement Operations Management
  • Assist in developing and implementing procurement plans for all subsidiaries.
  • Source materials, equipment, and services at competitive market rates
  • Evaluate supplier quotations and prepare comparative bid analysis.
  • Prepare LPOs, RFQs, RFIs, and manage the full procurement cycle.
  • Track and monitor deliveries to ensure timely supply to sites/offices.
  • Maintain and update supplier databases and product catalogues.
  • Coordinate procurement for construction materials, office supplies, ICT equipment, utilities, and specialized project requirements.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls, budgets, and company policies.
• Vendor & Contract Management
  • Conduct market research on pricing, supply chain trends, and supplier capacity.
  • Negotiate favourable terms, discounts, and credit facilities for the group.
  • Assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing supplier contracts and SLAs.
  • Conduct supplier performance evaluations.
  • Manage relationships with key vendors and contractors.
• Stores, Inventory & Asset Management
  • Oversee stock levels at construction sites and offices.
  • Support development of stock control procedures
  • Conduct periodic stock takes and reconciliation.
  • Work with site teams to prevent wastage, pilferage, and over-ordering.
• Business Development Functions
  • Identify new business opportunities across Homes Universal subsidiaries.
  • Coordinate proposal writing, tender preparation, and client pitches
  • Support marketing teams with leads, client onboarding, and presentations.
  • Maintain pipeline tracking for new projects, tenders, and partnerships.
  • Assist in developing business growth strategies for construction, real estate marketing, property management, security services, and exhibition events.
• Reporting & Compliance
  • Prepare weekly and monthly procurement reports.
  • Maintain procurement records for audit transparency.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement laws, internal policies, and industry standards.
  • Prepare analytical reports on spend analysis, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Interdepartmental Coordination
  • Liaise with finance for payments, budgeting, and supplier reconciliation.
  • Work closely with project managers, site agents, marketing teams, and property managers.
  • Support Homes Kenya Expo  procurement planning, vendor sourcing, and sponsorship materials procurement