Purchasing Agent | Procurement BU | Finance SBU | February 2026 at Job Opportunities | MCB Group

Port Louis, Port Louis, Mauritius -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Negotiation, Contract Review, Supplier Management, Risk Monitoring, Cost Optimization, Procurement Guidance, Market Research, ESG Compliance, Digital Tools Implementation, Planning, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Results Achievement, Gaining Commitment

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Embark on a journey in the Finance SBU within our Procurement BU which plays a pivotal role in the whole procurement process including the strategic sourcing and category management activities. We are looking for Purchasing Agents who will deal with all functions of formal procurement from the tendering, negotiation, contract award and monitoring process until final delivery and acknowledgement receipt by the internal customer. Job Vacancy: Purchasing Agent In this role you will: • Procurement Execution: Conduct sourcing, issue RFQs, analyse quotations, negotiate terms, and create purchase orders to secure goods and services aligned with internal customer needs. • Contract Review: Perform first level contract assessments and escalate findings to senior team members for validation and risk mitigation. • Supplier & Market Management: Maintain continuous market awareness, assess supplier capabilities, conduct vendor visits, gather product/service information, and support supplier onboarding. • Risk & Performance Monitoring: Assess risks across awarded contracts, track delivery timelines, monitor supplier performance, and recommend improvements including JIT and cost optimization strategies. • Internal Customer Support: Liaise closely with business units to understand requirements, provide procurement guidance, resolve queries, and ensure timely fulfilment of needs. • Insurance Administration Support: Collect data for insurance renewals, validate information, handle insurance-related queries, and process claims as instructed. • Research & Industry Insight: Conduct market and industry research, attend relevant meetings or trade events, and inform stakeholders of trends impacting procurement decisions. • Governance Documentation: Support development, maintenance, and adherence to procurement procedures, documentation standards, and audit readiness requirements. • Digital Tools & Reporting: Contribute to the implementation and use of digital procurement tools, dashboards, analytics, and reporting enhancements for improved visibility and decision-making. • ESG & Sustainability Tracking: Assist in monitoring supplier ESG compliance, sustainability reporting, and alignment of procurement activities with the Bank’s ESG framework. To succeed in the role, you will be required to demonstrate the following competencies: • Plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals; • Adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations; • Make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems; • Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances; • Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. We are looking for candidates who have: Either • HSC; • At least 3 years’ working experience related to Supply Chain. Or • At least 5 years’ working experience related to Supply Chain. And • CIPS Graduate Diploma will be an advantage. A combination of both qualification & experience will be considered. Should this opportunity match your career aspirations, skills and competencies, click on ‘Apply’ to complete your online application. Please ensure all required information is accurately entered in relevant sections. Any incomplete application will not be considered. Kindly attach a complete CV when applying. Note that candidates under consideration for this position will be required to provide 2 professional references. As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to provide a valid Certificate of Character of less than 3 months. The deadline for submission of application is 23 February 2026. Management reserves the right not to appoint anyone following this advert. #LI‑DNI

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Agent will execute the full formal procurement process, including strategic sourcing, tendering, negotiation, contract award, and monitoring until final delivery. Key duties involve managing supplier relationships, assessing risks, supporting internal customers, and contributing to governance and digital tool enhancements.