Mukuru
Mukuru
About the job
Shape Smarter Spending. Drive Strategic Procurement.
At Mukuru, we believe procurement is more than just buying — it’s about building partnerships, unlocking value, and making data-driven decisions that support long-term growth. We’re looking for a Procurement Analyst to join our innovative finance team and help transform procurement from a tactical function into a strategic powerhouse.
If you’re a curious problem-solver with a love for data, process optimisation, and modern tools, this role gives you the perfect platform to drive change, efficiency, and value.
Your Mission as a Procurement Analyst
You’ll play a key role in analysing procurement data, optimising vendor processes, automating reporting, and influencing strategic sourcing. Working closely with the Group Purchasing Manager and cross-functional teams, you’ll bring clarity and structure to complex procurement decisions — and help drive Mukuru’s vision forward through smarter, faster, and more cost-effective buying.
What You’ll Be Doing
Data Analysis & Insights
Develop and maintain detailed spend analytics and dashboards
Provide insights to support strategic sourcing, budgeting, and supplier performance reviews
Use tools like SQL, Python, Power BI, or Tableau to transform raw data into smart decisions
Build automated procurement reporting systems that improve speed and visibility
Process Optimisation
Evaluate and refine procurement processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Streamline the vendor list and optimise workflows aligned with Delegation of Authority (DoA)
Identify opportunities for automation and implement innovative procurement tools
Project & Stakeholder Support
Support strategic sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and sourcing events
Collaborate with internal departments to gather procurement requirements and reconcile spend data
Assist with ERP integrations, dashboard development, and continuous improvement projects
What You’ll Need To Succeed
Education
Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Procurement, Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or Analytics (Essential)
Postgraduate Degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or CIPS qualification (Advantageous)
Experience
3–5 years in procurement analytics, reporting, spend analysis, contract support, or supply chain
Experience in fintech or fast-paced tech-driven environments is a plus
Tech & Tools, You’ll Use
Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, Macros, Power Query)
Power BI / Tableau (Data visualisation)
Python, SQL, or R (Data analysis & automation)
ERP systems like NetSuite and Fraxion
Project tools such as Asana or MS Projects
Key Competencies
Analytical thinking & problem-solving
Attention to detail with numerical accuracy
Strong planning and organisational skills
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Systems thinking and a continuous improvement mindset
Ability to turn complex data into actionable insights
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS
Procurement Analyst
Mukuru is one of the largest money transfer providers in Africa and a leading Next Gen Financial Services Platform that offers affordable and reliable financial services to the emerging consumer. The foundation of our business was built by providing the continent’s migrant diaspora with safe, convenient international money transfers. From this base we have grown a wide range of products and services that take their cue from our customers’ needs and aspirations for greater financial security and a better life. To this end, we continue to build a highly robust and resilient physical and digital financial payments infrastructure across Africa that unlocks new value-added services for our loyal customers. This includes cash transfers, Mukuru Funeral Cover, and the Mukuru Card. As a fintech provider, Mukuru has underpinned its successful customer engagement strategy with the ability to ‘speak the language’ of its users and gain a grassroots understanding of the unique pain points that customers face in each market. Our engagement platforms include WhatsApp, free USSD, the Mukuru App, and the website. Customers are always able to speak to Mukuru about any challenges or difficulties with the platform, whether it’s a Mukuru agent in a physical booth, at a branch, over the telephone, or via a virtual live chat function in a language of the customer’s choosing, and often in their mother tongue. Take a walk through our Contact Centre at any time, and you’ll hear conversations in 15 languages – our very own united nations of Africa and Asia.