Procurement Purchasing

ERICK OTIENO OWINO

P.O Box ** – *****, Homa Bay

Tel: +254*********

Email: ***********@*****.***

CAREER PROFILE SUMMARY

As a resourceful procurement and supplies chain professional, excelling in purchasing, stock management, inventory management, contract management, and negotiation. A summary of the roles I have handled includes; negotiating contracts with vendors, managing inventories, re-evaluating existing contracts as well as opening tender, and evaluating processes. Additionally, I have excellent communication, interpersonal, organizing, and planning skills. Moreover, I can work under minimal supervision and fast-paced environment. I am now looking for a position where I will utilize my skills and experience in ensuring smooth running operations in the procurement department.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Commerce in Purchasing and Supplies Chain Management: Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology; 2015 to 2019

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education: Nyalkinyi Secondary School; 2009 to 2014

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES ACQUIRED

Procurement and Sourcing: Acquired knowledge on how to source for cost-effective suppliers hence save on cost, preparation of tender and quotation documents. Ability to examine suppliers before signing them up to ensure they meet the organization’s needs.

Supply Planning and Inventory Management: Competent in ensuring timely sourcing and delivery of goods from suppliers, preparing detailed quotations and LPOs, and making sure that the tendering process is accurate and efficient.

Stock Management: Skilled in initiating purchase requisition for the replacement of stock of store items.

Negotiation skills: Proficient in negotiations ensuring that the organization and the suppliers agree on the best terms of service and in the long run improving cost saving.

Communication and interpersonal skills: Through my work experience and I have learned how to relate with people, maintaining good and professional relationships with my colleagues, and also interacting with suppliers to reach an agreement.

Planning and Organizing: Refined planning and organizational skills that balance work, team support, and ad-hoc responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.

ICT Competence: I am well versed with MS suites such as Word and Excel. I am also proficient in using the internet and emails.

WORK HISTORY

Supply Chain Assistant (Procurement and Stores Department)

Homa-Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital; 8th May 2018 to 27th July 2018

Duties and Responsibilities

Negotiated contracts with vendors.

Managed inventories.

Found out if products and services have been delivered.

Re-evaluated existing contracts.

Found ways to reduce expenses.

Applied risk management procedures and improving facility effectiveness.

Received and issued goods.

Opened tender and evaluated process.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Member, Business Students Association, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, where I participated in several Corporate Social Responsibilities.

Member, Accounting Students Association, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, where I participated in Corporate Social Responsibility.

REFEREES

Dr. Robert Egessa

Dean of Faculty of School of Business and Economics

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

P.O Box 190-50100, Kakamega, Kenya

Tel: +254-*********

Email: *******@*****.**.**

Dr. E.S.Kwendo

Lecture and Chairman,

Department of Business Administration and Management Sciences, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology,

P.O Box 190-50100, Kakamega

Tel: +254-*********

Email: *******@*****.**.**

Mr. Charles Ober

Principal, Nyalkinyi Secondary School,

P.O Box 478-40300, Homa-Bay.

Tel: +254-*********

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