Bernice Gichuki
Nakuru
Summary
Driven Supply Chain Professional with proven to effectively resolve various types of technical issues. Successful at managing supplier efforts, delivering comprehensive client and employee compliance and acting as point of contact for important suppliers. Adept at overseeing on-site quality and managing specific inspections schedules. Works effectively in cross-functional environments. Results-driven procurement professional with experience in identifying cost-savings opportunities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Management II
County Government Of Nakuru
03.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring all purchasing activities adhered to financial constraints.
- Organized training sessions for staff members on procurement policies and procedures, promoting a consistent understanding of best practices across the company.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Implemented standardized purchasing procedures across the organization, resulting in improved consistency and compliance.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Preparation of the tender documents according to the public procurement regulatory Act 2022 (PPRA) standard tender documents.
- Participation as part of the committee secretary, in the tender evaluation documents and awarding fairly according to the public procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 (PPAD)
Office Assistant
Gofer Services
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues.
- Ordered office supplies and kept office stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
- Assist in the daily company activities of another company they owned (Caesium Supplies Company Limited) such as supply and delivery of company materials, preparing the invoices and ensuring the reports of the daily activities are up to date.
- Connect orders with the riders, and ensure that the client’s order are delivered promptly.
Intern-Supply Chain Manager
County Government Of Nakuru
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Wrote award letters and rejection letters to the successful and unsuccessful tenderers
- Managed social media accounts to boost company visibility, generating increased interest from prospective clients and customers.
- Prepared written summaries of meeting discussions to ensure clear communication throughout the team while promoting accountability for action items.
- Preparing the minutes on behalf of the committee secretary on the tender opening and evaluation
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Procurement And Supply Chain
Kenyatta University
Nairobi07.2019
High School Diploma -
Christ The King Academy
Nakuru, Kenya12.2014
Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Attention to Detail
- File Maintenance
- Supplier management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Organizational Skills
- Vendor evaluation
Accomplishments
- Achieved opening of tenders of different departments by completing the opening and ensuring every committee member is present and are forthcoming with the suppliers present in the opening process and record everything with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
English
Native language
Swahili
Upper intermediate
B2
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Supply Chain Management II
County Government Of Nakuru
03.2022 - Current
Office Assistant
Gofer Services
12.2021 - 03.2022
Intern-Supply Chain Manager
County Government Of Nakuru
01.2020 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - Procurement And Supply Chain
Kenyatta University
High School Diploma -
Christ The King Academy
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