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BENSON KIMANI NYAMBURA
PROCUREMENT MANAGER/BRANCH MANAGER
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Constructive problem solver with excellent management and organization knowledge, articulate communication and interpersonal skills. Natural leader with ability to prioritize and multi-task adhering to set deadlines. Excellent time manager and service focused team player aggressive in meeting set organizational goals and targets.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Procurement Manager
99 MART
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
- Conducted thorough supplier evaluations, selecting vendors based on quality, price, reliability, and commitment to sustainability initiatives.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Improved inventory management by implementing demand forecasting techniques and optimizing reorder points for critical items.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new suppliers and emerging technologies that could enhance company operations or reduce costs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Analyzed spending patterns to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, leading to cost savings and improved profit margins.
- Reduced excess inventory and minimized waste by introducing just-in-time purchasing system.
Branch Manager
99 Mart Supermarket Kilimani
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinate daily customer service operations (e.g. sales processes, orders and payments)
- Track the progress of weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual objectives
- Monitor and maintain store inventory
- Evaluate employee performance and identify hiring and training needs
- Supervise and motivate staff to perform their best
- Coach and support new and existing Sales Associates
- Monitor retail operating costs, budgets and resources
- Suggest sales training programs and techniques
- Communicate with clients and evaluate their needs
- Analyze consumer behavior and adjust product positioning
- Handle complaints and compliments from customers
- Research emerging products and use information to update the store’s merchandise
- Create reports, analyze and interpret retail data, like revenues, expenses and competition
- Conduct regular audits to ensure the store is function-able and presentable
- Make sure all employees adhere to company’s policies and guidelines
- Act as our store’s representative and set an example for our staff
Key Accounts- Modern Trade
Jubilee Tissues Industry Kenya
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Develop trust relationships with a portfolio of major clients to ensure they do not turn to competition
- Acquire a thorough understanding of key customer needs and requirements
- Expand the relationships with existing customers by continuously proposing solutions that meet their objectives
- Ensure the correct products and services are delivered to customers in a timely manner
- Serve as the link of communication between key customers and internal teams
- Resolve any issues and problems faced by customers and deal with complaints to maintain trust
- Play an integral part in generating new sales that will turn into long-lasting relationships
- Prepare regular reports of progress and forecasts to internal and external stakeholders using key account sales metrics
- Generating new market leads for the business and ensuring the growth rate of the company is constant
- Payment follow up with customers
Section Manager – Fast Moving Consumer Goods
Carrefour Hypermarkets Kenya
01.2016 - 03.2022
- Setting up of the Category in the hypermarket
- Negotiations with suppliers to optimize the profit objectives within the category
- Set product pricing to ensure faster turnaround of the stock in store
- Ensuring Fair Share of shelf space to ensure development and growth of the category
- Negotiations for in store promotions and opening offers for the new chain of hypermarkets
- Joint Business Plans with partners to help grow their sales of their brands and also develop and grow the category
- Category Management and research on shopper trends maximize the sales output
- Managing relations with partners to ensure continued business growth
Business Development
Kenruss Limited
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Responsible for proposing budget and revenue forecasts
- Planning and developing the right marketing strategy
- Brief and Train staff to create product awareness and demand
- Set product pricing for new product releases to meet revenue and profitability goals
- Organize press campaigns and briefs and arranging product demos
- Gathering market intelligence on competition and market trends
Intern Sales, Eastern Kenya and Coast Region
Africa Spirits Limited/ Wines of the World
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Growing the customer base
- Attending and participating in meetings, workshops, events, and exhibitions
- Updating documents and sales records
- Reviewing sales performance against sales targets
- Organizing promotional activities in the area
Marketing Representative
Teo’s Company Limited
07.2011 - 12.2011
- Marketing the services of the company to new clients and handling all customer care related queries and correspondence for existing clients
- Preparation of Marketing campaigns for the organization
- Generate new ideas to appeal to the consumer
- Handling all corporate image matters of the organization
Sales Representative
Sharp Kenya Electronics Technology Ltd
02.2011 - 05.2011
- Sales and customer training for customers of the company
- Product launches and promotions
- Handling customer service queries
- Actual sales and marketing of the products
Education
Diploma - Supplies Chain Management
The Institute of Business Studies in The National Youth Service
Nairobi11-2016
Paramilitary Training - undefined
The National Youth Service Training College
Gilgil12.2012
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
01.2010
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
01.2006
Skills
Outstanding presentation and communication skills
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Collaborative team player who excels at building high-performance teams
Curious, critical thinker and innovative manager
Excellent ability to Multitask and manage simultaneous tasks and initiatives with priority in mind
Interests
Travelling & Meeting people
Swimming
Cricket
References
- Erick, Okiri, Human Capital Practitioner, okirierick@gmail.com, +254 720 065 405
- James Lucas, Ouma, Retail Operations Manager, James.ouma@simbadutyfree.com, 0720748133, Simba Duty Free
- Cynthia, Kibe, ckibe@mafcarrefour.com, +254 715 641 228, Majid Al Futtaim Hypermarkets Kenya Ltd (Carrefour)
- Imran .S., Mohammed, Managing Director, Imran@jubileetissue.com, 0704110717, Jubilee Tissue Industry Limited
- Mohammed, Swaleh, General Manager, mohammed@99mart.com, 0759176294, 99 mart limited
Personal Information
- Nationality: KENYAN
- Religion: CHRISTIAN
Timeline
Procurement Manager
99 MART
01.2023 - Current
Branch Manager
99 Mart Supermarket Kilimani
01.2023 - Current
Key Accounts- Modern Trade
Jubilee Tissues Industry Kenya
03.2022 - 12.2022
Section Manager – Fast Moving Consumer Goods
Carrefour Hypermarkets Kenya
01.2016 - 03.2022
Business Development
Kenruss Limited
05.2015 - 10.2015
Intern Sales, Eastern Kenya and Coast Region
Africa Spirits Limited/ Wines of the World
01.2015 - 03.2015
Marketing Representative
Teo’s Company Limited
07.2011 - 12.2011
Sales Representative
Sharp Kenya Electronics Technology Ltd
02.2011 - 05.2011
Paramilitary Training - undefined
The National Youth Service Training College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Diploma - Supplies Chain Management
The Institute of Business Studies in The National Youth Service