junior Local logistics and Procurement officer

Title: Junior Local Procurement and Logistics Officer

Type of Employment: Full Time

Location: Addis Ababa

Reports to: Local Procurement and Logistics Manager

About Dodai

Dodai Manufacturing PLC is a fast-growing organization launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on August 1, 2023. With a mission to make urban e-mobility accessible to everyone in Africa, Dodai assembles electric two-wheelers locally and plans to expand to major regional cities in Ethiopia by the end of 2026. Join us to be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and change!

Purpose of the Position

The Junior Local Logistics and Procurement Officer will support Dodai’s Procurement and Logistics team by coordinating daily transportation and distribution activities to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods. This role involves monitoring transportations and updating logistics databases. The Junior Logistics Officer will also liaise with suppliers, carriers, and internal departments to resolve any logistics issues and meet service-level requirements.

The Junior Local Logistics and Procurement Officer will also perform day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring that goods and services are sourced effectively and at competitive prices. This role involves handling purchase orders, tracking deliveries, maintaining supplier relationships, and coordinating with internal departments to meet their procurement needs.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements

• Assist in sourcing quotations and comparing supplier offers to support cost-effective purchasing decisions
• Follow up with suppliers and transport providers to ensure timely fulfillment of orders and deliveries
• Track orders, updating relevant records to maintain accurate, real-time status updates
• Ensure all procurement documents are properly filed and maintained in accordance with company procedures
• Support vendor relationship management by maintaining regular communication with existing and potential suppliers
• Participate in market research to identify new suppliers, products, and pricing trends
• Ensure all procurement and logistics activities follow company policies and legal regulations
• Collaborate with different departments to understand procurement needs and delivery priorities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and logistics operations
• Perform other tasks as directed by your supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or closely related fields
• 0 to 1 year experience.
• Aptitude for math, proficiency with computers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or mobility sectors.
• Experience in using communication and project management tools like Whatsapp, Slack, Trello, Google apps, etc
• Experience in a startup or fast-scaling environment.