Transwide is hiring a Procurement Officer based in Rongai, Kenya. This Procurement Officer Transwide Rongai 2026 role is specifically suited to a pharmacy professional with PPB enrollment and at least one year of procurement experience in a pharmaceutical or related supply chain environment. The deadline to apply is 29 April 2026 — send your CV today.
About This Role
This is a pharmaceutical procurement and quality assurance role that goes beyond standard purchasing. You will serve as the liaison between the organisation and the Pharmacy and Poisons Board, ensuring the company’s procurement and warehousing operations meet GDP, WHO, and PPB regulatory standards at all times.
Day to day, you will manage stock movement, oversee proper storage and FIFO compliance, handle customer returns, investigate market complaints, and develop SOPs to keep operations running to the highest quality standards. The role sits at the intersection of procurement, regulatory compliance, and warehouse management — making it a strong growth opportunity for a pharmacy diploma holder ready to step into a specialist supply chain position.
This role suits someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with documentation and records, and has a solid understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) on all regulatory matters
- Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure stock requirements are met promptly and without disruption
- Oversee procurement and warehousing operations including proper storage, FIFO compliance, expiry management, and item condition monitoring
- Handle and investigate market complaints and respond appropriately to customers and regulators
- Manage customer returns by raising GRNs, providing reasons, and forwarding for credit authorisation
- Develop, implement, and review SOPs for quality assurance and operations in line with GDP, WHO guidelines, and industry best practices
- Monitor stock movement continuously to prevent stockouts or overstocking situations
- Manage returns of slow-moving, overstocked, or near-expiry items
- Ensure continuous supply of high-quality products including follow-up on storage conditions
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all customer documentation
Required Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- Diploma in Pharmacy
- Current enrollment with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) — this is mandatory
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Procurement Officer or in a related position
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite — Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Sage ERP system
- Familiarity with GDP and WHO pharmaceutical supply chain standards
Skills and Competencies
- Working knowledge of PPB regulations and pharmaceutical supply chain compliance
- Strong documentation and record-keeping accuracy
- Stock management skills including FIFO, expiry tracking, and warehouse oversight
- Ability to investigate complaints and handle customer return processes professionally
- Proficiency in MS Office and comfort with ERP-based inventory systems
- Organisational skills to manage multiple procurement and quality tasks simultaneously
What Transwide Offers
- Full-time position in a pharmaceutical supply chain environment
- Opportunity to build specialist expertise in regulatory compliance and procurement
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Based in Rongai with a stable, operational work environment
About Transwide
Transwide is a Kenya-based company operating in the pharmaceutical and healthcare supply chain sector, reachable at careers@transwide.co.ke. The company is involved in the procurement, storage, and distribution of pharmaceutical products in compliance with PPB and GDP standards. Further details about the organisation will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Send your CV only via email to:
- Email: careers@transwide.co.ke
- Subject Line: Procurement Officer – Rongai
Do not attach a cover letter unless specifically requested. Clearly specify your location in the subject line as instructed.
Application Deadline
Wednesday, 29 April 2026
Documents Required
- Updated CV
- Ensure your PPB enrollment status is clearly indicated on your CV
