Title: Local Procurement Team Lead
Type of Employment: Full Time
Reports to: Local Procurement and Logistics Manager
Location: Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, (Gazebo)

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 Procurement Team Lead will play a critical role in leading and optimizing Dodai’s procurement function. This role goes beyond transactional purchasing, focusing on developing and executing procurement strategies, managing supplier performance, negotiating high-value contracts, and ensuring alignment with the company’s operational and financial objectives.

The successful candidate will also lead the procurement team, strengthen supplier networks, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure full compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement cycle, from vendor identification and contract negotiation to delivery and performance monitoring.
• Supervise and support junior procurement team members, ensuring clear task allocation, performance management, and continuous development.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and long-term partnerships.
• Continuously evaluate suppliers for quality, reliability, compliance, and value-for-money.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships while promoting supplier diversity and sustainability practices.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Finance & Accounting, Battery Systems, Commercial, Customer Experience, Manufacturing & Engineering, and Supply Chain) to anticipate and meet operational needs.
• Ensure strict compliance with Dodai’s procurement policies, ethical standards, and all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and process optimization initiatives across procurement functions.
• Review and approve supplier invoices by matching them with purchase orders and delivery records.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of weekly and monthly procurement reports.
• Maintain detailed records of purchases, supplier information, logistics data, and pricing for easy access and auditing.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the supervisor.