HIGHLIGHTS OF SKILLS

Highly analytical sourcing and procurement professional with experience in vendor management, Relationship management and Supply chain/Inventory management processes using ERP software such as SAP Ariba and Microsoft Dynamics

9+ years expertise in global sourcing, procurement, project, and vendor management.

Experienced in implementing, executing, and managing cost effective business processes across different departments/units (internal stakeholders)

Contract negotiation, management, and governance

Strategic sourcing, analysis, procure-to- pay and knowledge of incoterm 2020.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), Microsoft Projects

Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire, influence, negotiate and deal with clients, businesses, and relevant authorities to extract value.

Excellent communication skills, including written and verbal, as well as the ability to deliver compelling presentations with commercial acumen.

Proven Leadership skills and ability to work with internal stakeholders to drive business process.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Buyer

Shawcor Ltd May 2021- August 2023

Maintained effective relationship with suppliers and ensured on-time delivery of product, communicating any delivery changes to partners, and updating orders accordingly.

Monitored stock position of materials to ensure levels do not go below safety levels.

Worked closely with warehouse, operation, shipping and production staff to resolve issues related to NCRs, product count variances, stock loss, quality control, item details and packing slips.

Adhered to Supply Chain purchasing policies, procedures and approval processes.

Responsible for placing orders with suppliers for materials as required by the organization, while following up on orders from start to finish; investigate and/or expedite when necessary

Responsible for vendor onboarding and performance evaluation.

Managed all 3rd party expenditures as well as key suppliers to create value that is recognized by the business and organization.

Procurement Specialist

Enyo Retail and Supply Aug 2017- Sep 2020

Designed and implemented an effective sourcing strategy to reduce costs of financial products and managed all sourcing processes.

Received purchases requisitions from all departments, sending out requests for proposals, quotations, and expression of interest to all approved vendors.

Monitored all sourcing strategies and policies and ensure achievement of all business objectives and perform appropriate negotiations with all suppliers.

Improved company policies, procedures, systems, and standards to assist stakeholders undertaking procurement planning, development, sourcing, and management to make strategic decisions and effectively meet organizational and business objectives.

Developed an effective contract management process for efficiency which guarantees 100% contract compliance and zero audit finding.

Tracked project budgets and expenditures, monitor transaction controls and costs against budgets.

Coordinated with vendors on all prices of products and recommended ways to reduce costs of components and finished products and prepare non-disclosure agreement for various sources.

Procurement Lead- Procurement and Vendor Manager

Coronation Insurance Plc April 2015 – Jul 2017

Led the application of a range of sourcing approaches, including the use of e-Sourcing, to deliver the most appropriate business outcomes.

Responsible for procurement of goods and services to achieve best value in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Received purchases requisitions from all departments, sending out requests for proposals, quotations, and expression of interest to all approved vendors.

Developed and coordinated the preparation of formal bids and proposal documents posted on an electronic platform for the procurement of commodities, services, and construction contractors.

Managed contract amendments, being the initial point of contact sourcing intake requests, and facilitated approval process involving appropriate stakeholders.

Monitored the tracking of service credits and/or penalties against vendor performance in accordance with contract commitments; tracks actual spend against purchase and utilization forecasts.

Regular review and verification of negotiated rates, volume thresholds against aggregated spend, invoice charges, and financial while maintaining a database of all contractual supplier commitments.

Developed and maintained an approved manufacturer and preferred supplier list for all procurement categories.

Researched and Implemented country-fit supply chain strategies like reverse logistics and Just-in-time inventory processes to drive efficiencies in the procurement process.

Supply Chain Management Consultant

KPMG Advisory Services Feb 2014- March 2015

Performed due diligence and contract review on all contracts requested by the organization, including negotiation with third parties.

Led and supported project teams through the sourcing process including, but not limited to, the design, development, and review of RFXs, engagement strategies and contract negotiations through to execution.

Assessed, defined, and tactfully resolved procurement issues including contractual terms and conditions and escalations by internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Applied project management to the planning and execution of the sourcing process

Drove and promoted compliance for best-in-class procurement practices for specific spend categories.

Performed market analysis, benchmarking and spend analysis leveraging all available data sources - accounting, purchasing, payment systems, suppliers, market trends etc. to provide valued insight into opportunities for savings and efficiencies.

Procurement Officer

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc May 2010- Dec 2013

Responsible for negotiations for best possible cost service guarantee and develop “win-win” strategies that achieve sustainable relationships with suppliers.

Responsible for verification and input of invoices and cheque requisitions including checking prices, taxes, receiving, account numbers, extensions, approvals.

Managed all purchase order fulfilment including processing PO from electronic system to ensure supplier receives correct order information and deliver as required.

Responsible for organizing and storing purchasing contracts as well as managed PO issuing, change or cancel as required.

Investigated and resolved accounts payable problems regarding unpaid invoices and lost payments; invoices with no purchase order or receiving, expediting receipt of credits as well as investigation of old statements showing balances outstanding.

Evaluated supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models.

Implemented supplier agreements/contracts when beneficial by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions.

EDUCATION

Post Graduate Certificate, Supply Chain Management (Global) 2021

Conestoga College, Ontario Canada

MSc. International Business Management 2014

University of Durham, Durham United Kingdom

CERTIFICATION

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification 2021

GoLeanSixSigma

Trailhead by SalesForce CRM 2020

Conestoga College

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