Head of Supply Chain

Head of Supply Chain

Location: Congo, Brazzaville

We are a leading independent telecoms infrastructure company, with one of the most extensive tower portfolios across Africa and the Middle East. Our business model promotes tower infrastructure sharing and enables mobile network operators (MNOs) to deliver mobile connectivity more quickly, reliably, cost-effectively and with a lower carbon footprint. In turn, this supports the expansion and quality of mobile connectivity, driving sustainable development in our markets.

What we do

We build, acquire, lease-up and operate telecommunications towers that can accommodate and power the needs of multiple tenants. Our tenants are the major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and we serve them across nine high-growth markets (8 in Africa + Oman in the Middle East). Our purpose, mission and sustainable business strategy are underpinned by our values of integrity, partnership and excellence.

Overview

Helios Towers Congo is recruiting a Head of Supply Chain to lead the implementation of procurement and logistics strategies as defined by HTC, in support of operations within the local environment. The role contributes to improving company EBITDA performance by streamlining operational expenditures. It will also oversee all inbound and outbound logistics activities and report regularly on key performance indicators including inventory management, warehousing, and procurement.

Role Responsibilities

As the Head of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for:

• Promoting integration across projects, operations, procurement, logistics, and finance to optimise payment performance, scheduling, compliance, and delivery.
• Leading inventory and warehouse performance metrics as defined by the Group.
• Ensuring stock visibility and validation prior to any new purchases and maintaining warehouse standards per HT requirements.
• Managing physical stock movements in the system (RMO) and reconciling them with SAP records.
• Monitoring imports, customs clearance processes, and supplier performance, ensuring compliance and timely execution to support operations.
• Leading all HTC procurement (Opex and Capex) aligned with Group procurement strategy and driving cost optimisation initiatives.
• Managing supplier onboarding, due diligence, contract negotiation, performance evaluation, and strategic relationship maintenance, particularly with key vendors.
• Overseeing warehouse staffing, compliance with HSE standards, and maintaining operational readiness to meet volume and dispatch needs.
• Driving the RFx process (RFI, RFP, RFQ) and ensuring timely conversion of approved justifications into purchase orders.
• Sharing best practices across Group SCMs and collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders including finance, customs, and logistics partners.

Requirements for the Role

To succeed in the role, you will have:

• A Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Management, Supply Chain or Business (BAC +5 equivalent).
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in procurement, logistics, and finance roles.
• Demonstrated experience in the telecommunications sector.
• Prior experience working in a large or publicly listed organisation.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), SAP, and ERP systems.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Desired Skills

• Strong organisational and planning capabilities
• Analytical skills for issue identification and resolution
• Budgeting and cost control expertise
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
• High adaptability, pressure-resilience and strategic thinking
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Please note: All CVs submitted must be in English.

Helios Towers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.