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Graduate Trainee-Procurement job at Hima Cement Limited | Apply Now
Kasese, Uganda
Hima Cement Limited, established in 1994 and headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of cement and concrete-based building solutions in East Africa. The company operates two production facilities, one in Hima, Kasese District, and another in Tororo, Eastern Uganda, with a combined annual production capacity of approximately 1.9 million tonnes. In November 2023, the Sarrai Group, a diversified manufacturing conglomerate based in Uganda, acquired a majority stake in Hima Cement, aiming to enhance its market presence and operational efficiency.
Hima Cement is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, offering a wide range of cement products tailored to various construction needs. The company fosters a dynamic work culture that emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence. Hima Cement actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, focusing on community development, environmental sustainability, and supporting local infrastructure projects. For more information about their products, career opportunities, and corporate initiatives, visit their website at www.himacement.co.
Are you looking for Graduate Trainee jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Graduate Trainee-Procurement job at Hima Cement Limited
Full Time
Deadline:
15 May 2025
Job Title
Graduate Trainee-Procurement job at Hima Cement Limited
Hima Cement Limited
Job Description
Job Title: Graduate Trainee-Procurement (No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: Hima Cement Limited
Duty Station: Kasese, Uganda
Reports to: Procurement Category Manager
Implement Procurement strategies in close cooperation with the Procurement Category Managers on a local level. Manage the Operational and tactical procurement of local goods and services including the sourcing, negotiating and contracting.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Hima cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. Candidates that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position, should send their CVs, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address (Email your application and CV to careers@himacement.com and let’s save the environment).
Deadline: 15th May 2025
Key Notes:
Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate and do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment.
Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one document
Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
The Human Resource Manager – Corporate
Hima Cement Ltd, Plot 838 Namanve Industrial Park
P.O Box 7230 Kampala
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How to Apply
Adhere to all the Health and Safety compliance rules in the designated working area.
Researching new suppliers for low value spot purchases and presenting them to the Category Managers for screening.
Sourcing and comparing prices from several suppliers for all low value spot purchases.
Ensure locally generated savings are reported as required and according to category guidelines.
Endeavor that the global and local policies and procedures are conveyed to end users in the Procurement of goods and services.
Create local purchase orders for suppliers, equipment and services within authorized limits.
Initiate and support the RFQ/P process locally as defined by category strategy.
Checking that goods and services are fit for purpose and meet with the organization’s requirements prior to order placement.
Negotiating prices and delivery dates.
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Bachelors Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or an equivalent from a recognised University.
Postgraduate qualifications in CIPS or its equivalent is an added advantage.
Knowledge and skills in the Electronic Procurement, and Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERP) like SAP is an added advantage.
Profile & Personal Qualities
Self-driven, results oriented.
High level of integrity
Good communication skills across the business
Able to plan and prioritise
Experience in managing dead-lines and work load
Strong stakeholder management skills
Should be innovative and an excellent team player with good analytical skills and attention to detail
Comfortable dealing with people and a good listener
Reliable, tolerant & determined
Able to work extended hours when required
