AHMED MOHAMED DAHIR
Procurement Specialist
Nairobi,Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Procurement Specialist and Supply Chain Management Expert with extensive experience in managing procurement processes, customs operations, and inventory control. Achieved over 14.56% in cost savings through strategic negotiations and consistently exceeded performance targets. Expertise includes tender process management from specification development to contract award, supplier relationship management, and compliance. Proven ability to streamline procurement processes for large-scale budgets while maintaining regulatory adherence. Proficient in SAP ERP and basic STEP systems, with a strong focus on optimizing supply chain efficiency and fostering collaborative team environments. Currently pursuing an MSc in Procurement and Logistics, while finalizing Level 6 Graduate Diploma in CIPS. Ready to contribute effectively to Qatar Airways' procurement strategy, ensuring value-driven, timely, and high-quality procurement solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
16
16
Certifications
Work History
Supply Chain Management Supervisor
Kenya Revenue Authority
Nairobi, Nairobi
9 2022 - Current
- Managed procurement strategies and consolidated the Kenya Revenue Authority’s Annual Procurement Plan for a budget exceeding Ksh.10 billion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Negotiated contracts, achieving 14.56% cost savings, and streamlined procurement processes to improve efficiency
- Supported the review of procurement proceedings for compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (PPAD) Act and Regulations
- Led a team in the preparation and issuance of RFQs, RFPs, EOIs, competitive bids, and direct procurements, enhancing procurement timelines and ensuring full regulatory compliance
- Reviewed procurement proceedings for donor-funded projects, including the EARTTDFP and HoAGDP funded by the World Bank, ensuring transparency and effective implementation
Station Manager - Customs & Border Control
Kenya Revenue Authority
Nairobi, Nairobi
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Led cross-border trade management, ensuring compliance with import/export and transit regulations, and combating illegal activities along the Lake Victoria border
- Chaired the Multi-Agency Border Management Committee, leading collaborative operations with agencies such as National Intelligence Service (NIS), Immigration Services, Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), and Kenya Police Services
- Surpassed revenue performance targets by 106.36%, leveraging improved importation processes and innovative customs procedure manuals
- Negotiated long-term supplier contracts, identified cost-saving opportunities, and improved procurement processes
Customs Officer
Kenya Revenue Authority
Nairobi, Nairobi
04.2016 - 08.2021
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments on incoming shipments, detecting and preventing smuggling while ensuring compliance with customs regulations
- Enhanced customs clearance efficiency through data-driven approaches, reducing turnaround times by optimizing process flows
- Played a key role in improving cross-border trade operations, ensuring adherence to national and international import/export regulations
- Led staff training initiatives on fraud prevention and compliance, enhancing organizational integrity and operational effectiveness
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to streamline customs operations, facilitating smoother trade flows and enhancing revenue collection
Procurement Officer
Wamo Construction Company Limited
Nairobi, Nairobi
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Developed procurement strategies for goods, services, and works, delivering significant cost reductions
- Conducted supplier evaluations and market research, leading to informed procurement decisions that improved operational efficiency and led to 10% cost savings
Retail Wholesale Shop Manager
Hazina Merchants
Lamu, Lamu
12.2009 - 08.2011
- Successfully transitioned a retail business into a thriving wholesale enterprise, doubling the starting capital within six months (Ksh. 300,000 to Ksh. 600,000.)
- Managed inventory and pricing strategies, driving business growth and profitability
Education
MSc - Procurement and Logistics
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Graduate Diploma - Level 6 - Procurement and Supply
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) - First Class Honors
Moi University
Skills
Procurement Strategy Development
Contract Negotiation & Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Tender Process Management (RFQs, RFPs, EOIs, Competitive Bidding, Direct Procurement)
Data-Driven Decision Making
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Project Procurement for Donor-Funded Projects
Team Leadership & Development
Certification
Procurement for World Bank Financed Projects (Intermediate)
Accomplishments
- Achieved over 14.56% in cost savings through excellent negotiation skills and procurement strategies.
- Surpassed performance targets by over 106% in customs and border control operations.
- Developed and implemented procurement plans for large-scale projects, including donor-funded initiatives, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.
- Led cross-functional teams, increasing productivity by 25% and maintaining high levels of integrity.
Affiliations
- Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
- Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
Timeline
Station Manager - Customs & Border Control
Kenya Revenue Authority
08.2021 - 08.2022
Customs Officer
Kenya Revenue Authority
04.2016 - 08.2021
Procurement Officer
Wamo Construction Company Limited
08.2011 - 07.2014
Retail Wholesale Shop Manager
Hazina Merchants
12.2009 - 08.2011
Graduate Diploma - Level 6 - Procurement and Supply
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) - First Class Honors
Moi University
Supply Chain Management Supervisor
Kenya Revenue Authority
9 2022 - Current
MSc - Procurement and Logistics
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
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