BRIAN KIMWETICH KIMAIYO
Eldoret
Summary
Versatile Procurement professional with experience in contract and schedule management, adept at staying updated with pricing structures, and skilled in analyzing data to facilitate accurate purchasing and logistics decisions. Bringing several years of industry experience and expertise in utilizing software to streamline procurement processes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship
Kenya Ports Authority
Mombasa, Kenya
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Facilitated order reception from various departments to streamline supply chain operations.
- Preparing tender documents and price schedules
- Assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and costing
- Cultivated and sustained strong relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration and negotiate favorable pricing.
- Maintained an up-to-date supplier list to support efficient sourcing and purchasing activities.
- Participated in the opening and detailed analysis of tenders to evaluate supplier proposals.
- Assessed and identified the lowest costs for products and materials to optimize procurement budgets.
- Compiled and regularly updated procurement registers to maintain accurate tracking of purchases.
- Distributed files to various offices following established procedures to ensure organized communication.
- Ensured all files were accurately labeled with the necessary reference and code numbers for easy retrieval.
- Recorded and tracked file movements accurately within the organization to maintain documentation integrity.
- Ensured all official files were registered and properly documented in a file register for accountability.
Post attachment
Elgeyo Marakwet County
Iten, Kenya
02.2023 - 06.2024
- The accurate recording and tracking of file movements within the department
- Ensured products and supplies met quality standards for compliance and reliability
- Provided immediate access to files upon request
- Receiving and inspecting goods in the store upon delivery
- Issued goods to users based on requests in a timely manner.
- Identified and removed closed procurement files from current system to enhance access to active files
- Capturing and processing stores data in the inventory module
- Managed inventory of closed and obsolete files to optimize storage and retrieval efficiency
- (Procurement Department)
Industrial Attachment
Rivatex East Africa Limited
Eldoret
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Assessed supplier performance to identify areas for improvement and optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Analyzed and evaluated enterprise-wide procurement requirements for products and services.
- Tracked and scheduled materials, equipment, and personnel purchase orders to ensure timely availability.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to clarify project material and equipment requirements, enhancing alignment on specifications.
- Coordinated with staff, operations personnel, and outside agencies to ensure availability of materials, equipment, and services.
- Negotiate pricing and supply contracts.
- Maintain purchase records and other important data.
- Review procurement documents and prepare orders.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Purchasing and Supplies Management
Taita Taveta University
Voi, Kenya09-2022
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Segero Adventist High School
Eldoret, Kenya12-2016
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Rockfields Junior School
Nairobi, Kenya12-2012
Skills
- Project management
- Project coordination
- Customer relations
- Computer skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Initiative
- Team player
- Strong work ethic
- Integrity
References
- Dr. PATRICK KIMAKU, CHAIRMAN BMS DEPARTMENT, TAITA TAVETA UNIVERSITY, P.O.BOX 625-80300, VOI, KENYA, 80300, patmuki2013@gmail.com, +254721230435
- PETER MAIYO, DIRECTOR, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, ELGEYO MARAKWET COUNTY, P.O.BOX 589, ITEN, KENYA, petermaiyo@yahoo.com, +254721828359
- VIOLA JEMUTAI KIPLAGAT, PROCUREMENT OFFICER, ELGEYO MARAKWET COUNTY, P.O BOX 220-30700, ITEN, KENYA, 30700, violakiplagat2@gmail.com, +254723647525
- CHARLES OWINO, SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER, KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY, P.O BOX 95009-80104, MOMBASA, KENYA, 80104, cowino@kpa.co.ke, +254717159498
Ethnicity
Kalenjin
Personal Information
- Hobbies: Sporting Activities, Listening to Music, Volunteering in the community
- Date of Birth: 06/26/99
- Religion: Christian
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management and a Licensed Supplies Practitioner. KISM Registration No. 86030.
Timeline
Internship
Kenya Ports Authority
06.2024 - 06.2025
Post attachment
Elgeyo Marakwet County
02.2023 - 06.2024
Industrial Attachment
Rivatex East Africa Limited
02.2021 - 04.2021
Bachelor Degree - Purchasing and Supplies Management
Taita Taveta University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Segero Adventist High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Rockfields Junior School