Biofuel Procurement Officer / Boiler Fuel Supply Specialist

Role Purpose

The Biofuel Procurement Officer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and ensuring a reliable supply of biofuels (such as briquettes, pellets, husks, biogas, bagasse, or agricultural residues) to power industrial boilers in Uganda.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate suppliers of biomass and biofuels suitable for boiler operations (wood briquettes, bagasse, husks, biogas or agriculture residues, etc.).
• Negotiate long-term contracts to guarantee consistent fuel supply.
• Develop procurement strategies to balance cost, quality, and environmental impact.
• Monitor biomass market trends and recommend cost-optimization strategies.
• Ensure procured biofuels meet boiler specifications (moisture content, calorific value etc).
• Work with suppliers to implement proper drying, storage, and handling practices.
• Conduct periodic testing of fuels to maintain efficiency and reduce boiler downtime.

·       Coordinate collection, transportation, and timely delivery of biofuels to boiler sites.

• Optimize logistics to minimize costs and wastage.
• Maintain inventory levels to prevent shortages and ensure uninterrupted boiler operations.

·       Ensure sourcing complies with Uganda’s energy and environmental regulations.

• Promote use of renewable and sustainable feedstocks instead of unsustainable firewood/charcoal.
• Support carbon credit and sustainability initiatives linked to biomass energy.

·       Build partnerships with farmer groups, agro-processors, sugar factories, and biomass producers.

·        Liaise with internal teams (boiler operators, finance, sustainability managers) to align procurement with plant needs.

• Strong understanding of biomass/biofuel feedstocks and their suitability for industrial boilers.
• Knowledge of procurement, supply chain management, and contract negotiation.
• Familiarity with boiler operations and energy efficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and supplier relationship management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement & Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Management, or Agriculture.
• 8– 15 years’ experience in fuel procurement, biomass energy, or industrial energy supply.
• Experience working with boilers, renewable energy projects, or agro-processing industries is an advantage.