Purchaser

Job Description

Vacancy Number: MCE/FORM/5/348

Company Snapshot

MIDROC Construction Ethiopia PLC, established in 1996 and a subsidiary of MIDROC Investment Group, is a leading civil engineering company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company has played a significant role in the country’s infrastructure development, with a diverse portfolio that includes the construction of luxurious five-star hotels, referral hospitals, high-rise buildings, international conference halls, industrial facilities, roads, airport infrastructures, and stadiums. MIDROC Construction is dedicated to delivering high-quality projects that adhere to international standards, contributing to Ethiopia’s urbanization and overall development.

The Opportunity

Role Overview:  

Key Impact:

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely processing of approved purchase requests.

• Accuracy and completeness of quotation comparisons and purchase records.

• Supplier delivery performance and follow-up of overdue orders.

• Compliance with procurement policy, approvals, and documentation requirements.

• Value for money and appropriate justification of purchasing decisions.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. 

Experience:

• Typically 3–5 years of relevant purchasing or procurement experience

• Construction materials procurement is an advantage.

Salary: We offer a competitive salary As per company salary scale.

Benefits: As per company HR policies and applicable law.

Work Location: This position is based at Bahir Dar and other projects out of Addis Ababa

Contract Type: This position is Contract, subject to the approved employment agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Task Breakdown: 

• Process approved purchase requests for construction materials, equipment, tools, and services in line with procurement procedures.

• Obtain and compare supplier quotations and prepare purchase recommendations with supporting documentation.

• Check specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, budget availability, and required approvals before placing orders.

• Issue or coordinate purchase orders only within delegated authority and follow up on supplier confirmations and deliveries.

• Maintain purchase registers, supplier files, quotation comparisons, and procurement documentation.

• Coordinate with stores, site engineers, finance, and project management on urgent requirements, delivery status, and discrepancies.

• Support supplier evaluation and price research while ensuring fairness, transparency, and confidentiality.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Department: Procurement / Supply Chain

• Reports To: Procurement Manager / Project Manager or designated supervisor

Skills & Competencies:

Technical Skills:

• Purchasing and procurement procedures.

• Quotation analysis, price comparison, and supplier communication.

• Purchase orders, registers, and procurement documentation.

• Spreadsheet and procurement-system skills.

Soft Skills:

• Negotiation, organization, and follow-through.

• Integrity, impartiality, and attention to detail.

How To Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via Telegram at  0911207433 or in person at the MIDROC Construction Head Office, Mekanisa Abo church next to Queens Supermarket Ethic Agriceft Building Ground Floor Human Resource Administration

Additional Materials: Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

• Updated curriculum vitae (CV).

• Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.

• Scanned/Copies of relevant educational certificates and professional qualifications.

• Evidence of relevant work experience and professional certifications, where applicable.

• Names and contact details of three professional referees

Important Application Notice:

• Applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements and responsibilities of each position before applying.

• Please indicate “Job Positions” in the subject line of the application..

Please note, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.