SUN KING
Job Location: Kampala, Uganda
About the role:
The Senior Operations Associate – Procurement, Imports & Exports at Sun King will oversee the end-to-end procurement and cross-border logistics operations. This includes supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, purchase order management, import/export documentation, customs clearance, and ensuring compliance with local and international trade regulations.
What you would be expected to do
Procurement
Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and selection of suppliers based on quality, price, service, and reliability.
Raise and track purchase orders, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and demand forecasts.
Negotiate terms and conditions with vendors to achieve best value for money.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues relating to quality, delays, or discrepancies.
Maintain accurate procurement records and reports for audit and compliance purposes.
Imports & Exports
Coordinate international shipments from origin to destination, including freight booking and documentation.
Ensure timely preparation and submission of import/export documentation (e.g., invoices, packing lists, CoO, CoC, etc.).
Work closely with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies to facilitate smooth clearance and delivery.
Ensure compliance with customs regulations, licenses, and trade laws of all relevant jurisdictions.
Track shipments and proactively resolve any logistics issues, delays, or exceptions.
Cross-Functional partnership
Work closely with finance to ensure timely payments and reconciliation of procurement transactions.
Team up with the inventory, warehouse, and planning teams to align on delivery schedules and inventory targets.
Coordinate with legal and compliance teams on supplier contracts and import/export compliance requirements.
Reporting & Optimization
Maintain up-to-date procurement and logistics KPIs, highlighting cost savings, lead times, and supplier performance.
Identify and implement continuous improvements in procurement and logistics processes
Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and responding to queries.
You might be a strong candidate if you have;
Organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and process improvement.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in procurement, import/export logistics, or supply chain operations.
Knowledge of international trade laws, INCOTERMS, customs clearance procedures, and shipping documentation.
Experience with stock reconciliation, inventory tracking systems, and returns management processes.
Good communication and people skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders across departments and levels.
What Sun King offers
Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry
An open-minded, collaborative culture with enthusiastic colleagues driven by the challenge of innovation and making a profound impact on people and the planet.
A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun King Center for Leadership
Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
