About This Role
This is a foreign procurement leadership post with a West African construction and infrastructure contractor, meaning you would own the cross-border purchasing pipeline that keeps heavy civil projects — stadiums, runways, rail, water works — supplied and on schedule. The executive seniority tag signals that TACON wants someone who can set sourcing strategy and manage supplier relationships across international markets, not simply process purchase orders. It suits a procurement professional with exposure to construction or industrial supply chains who is willing to relocate to Conakry and operate in a fast-moving project environment.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The profile being sought is someone who combines commercial judgement with logistics awareness — foreign procurement in construction lives or dies on lead times, customs clearance, and currency exposure, so the employer is really screening for people who can anticipate disruption rather than react to it. The emphasis on communication across all positions hints at a workplace where coordination between site teams, headquarters, and overseas vendors is constant. Seniority at this level implies they expect you to negotiate independently and carry accountability for supplier performance, not escalate every decision.
How to Approach This Application
Lead with concrete evidence of international sourcing wins — contracts negotiated, cost savings delivered, suppliers you developed, and how you handled delays or documentation problems. Because the company builds infrastructure to recognized standards, showing familiarity with compliance and quality documentation for imported materials will stand out. Address your readiness to work in Guinea directly and positively; employers hiring for hardship or relocation postings screen out candidates who seem hesitant about the move.
Who This Role Suits
Best suited to an experienced procurement officer with construction, engineering, or industrial supply chain background who has already worked across borders and is comfortable with relocation. Competition is likely moderate — the relocation requirement narrows the pool, but the executive title will attract seasoned applicants.
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About Us
TACON PLC SARL is a construction and infrastructure company based in Conakry, Republic of Guinea. TACON has built a strong record as an award-winning contractor and was one of the first construction companies to earn ISO certification. We deliver buildings and infrastructure, including CAF standard stadiums, roads, airport runways, railway and water works, earthworks, pile foundations and industrial plants. We are growing, and we are looking for skilled and committed people to join our team.
TACON PLC SARL would like to employ qualified and competent candidates for the following positions:
Work Place (for all positions): Conakry, Republic of Guinea
Skills & Competencies (required for all positions)
- Good communication skills (spoken and written)
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical and problem-solving skillsTeamwork and cooperation
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Integrity and professional conduct
Terms of Employment
- Contract type: Fixed-term contract (CDD) of one year, renewable yearly based on performance and business need.
- Salary: As per the Company salary scale.
- Benefits : Housing, canteen (meals),medical coverage and air ticket, as per the improved Company Human Resource Management Policy and Procedure.
Qualification Requirement
- BSc or MSc in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or related technical field (Civil Engineers are encouraged to apply)
- Good knowledge of Incoterms 2020, LC/TT payments and ERP procurement systems
- Working knowledge of French is an advantage
Experience
- Minimum of 10 (Ten) Years, of which 5 (Five) Years Specific in foreign/international procurement
Technical Skills
- International sourcing and negotiation
- Incoterms 2020, LC/TT, customs
- Contract administration and ERP
How To Apply
Send your CV, cover letter and copies of your diplomas, certificates and work experience letters to: Vacancy@tacontaf.com.
Write the position title and Ref. No. in the email subject.
Closing date: 27/11/2026 G.C. (14 calendar days from the date of posting).
General Conditions
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Documents submitted will not be returned.
Both qualified expatriate and Guinean candidates are encouraged to apply.
TACON PLC SARL is an equal opportunity employer.
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