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Charles Ndung'u Wachi

Nairobi

Summary

Proven procurement specialist with a track record of strategic sourcing and ethical procurement at Ace Auto Centre. Skilled in vendor evaluation and price negotiation, I excel in reducing costs and fostering strong supplier relationships. My analytical approach and interpersonal skills have consistently enhanced procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Procurement Officer

Ace Auto centre
Nairobi
08.2023 - Current
  • Add new vendors and products into the system.
  • Perform due diligence reviews on existing or prospective vendors and suppliers prior to purchase execution.
  • Process invoices from vendors in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement laws regarding public procurement processes, as well as internal procedures.
  • Research and compare vendor and supplier prices to make informed procurement decisions.
  • Develop strategies for reducing costs associated with procuring materials or services.
  • Maintain an updated database of approved suppliers and contractors according to their service capabilities.
  • Decrease spending, locate new suppliers by networking at industry markets, purchase and design cost-effective products, and review samples.
  • Monitor supplier performance, negotiate purchases, and ensure compliance with company terms of payment.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to foster better terms with the company.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
  • Manage time effectively to ensure tasks are completed on schedule, and deadlines are met.
  • Preparing the department's weekly projection report and the status of the work-in-progress reports.
  • Coordinate riders and other logistics personnel.

Marketing Assistant

PANORAMA COLLEGE
Nairobi
05.2015 - 08.2025
  • Informing prospective students of the programs offered and the minimum entry requirements for one to pursue a specific course.
  • Guiding prospective students on the advantages and opportunities underlying various programs.
  • Monitoring other institutions' activity and brainstorming potential improvements or changes in marketing strategy, products, or services.
  • Presenting regular updates and information to other department heads and executives.
  • Regularly interacting with marketing managers to receive information and updates about marketing staff's progress and results.

Store Manager's Assistant

Ace auto centre
Nairobi
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Monitored stock levels on a daily basis to ensure adequate supply of merchandise while minimizing excess inventory levels.
  • Mentored newly hired staff in upselling techniques to improve sales.
  • Oversaw the daily operations of the store.
  • Organizing and conducting a stock take for the stock take report.
  • Creating and maintaining stock, tools, and records in the company.
  • Ordering, receiving, and ascertaining ordered products.
  • Preparation and organizing parts disposal to decongest the store.

Storekeeper

AXEL ENGINEERING
Nairobi
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized systems.
  • Kept up-to-date records of receipts, records, and withdrawals from the store.
  • Processed invoices accurately and promptly after receiving goods from suppliers.
  • Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
  • Monitor stock levels to identify shortages or overages in inventory items.
  • Arranged stock parts in a specified sequence.

Finance Intern

WANANDEGE SACCO LIMITED
Nairobi
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Credit data analysis and data cleanup.
  • Registry operations.
  • Telephone operations and customer care.
  • Loan analysis and appraisal.
  • Member's data entry.
  • Bank reconciliations and loan posting.
  • Scanning of members' documents.
  • General administration of duties, and many more.
  • Received and posted payments to loan accounts.

Education

Ongoing CPA part one -

01.2024

Bachelor of Cooperative Business - Finance Option

Cooperative University of Kenya
01.2018

KCSE -

Kiamu Secondary School
Embu
01.2013

KCPE -

Saint Peters and Paul School
Embu
01.2009

Skills

  • Purchasing strategy
  • Budget planning
  • Vendor evaluation
  • Ethical procurement
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Price negotiation
  • Market analysis
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Supplier negotiation

References

  • Nazaline Wangare, Axel Engineering, 0725524377
  • Daniel Njoroge, Lesus Executive Car Hire Company, 0718708771
  • John Mugiumi, Lepton Engineering, 0704068925

Hobbies and Interests

  • Traveling to make connections, adventure and swimming.
  • Organizing and attending community and faith-based programs as CSR to the community.

Languages

  • English
  • Kiswahili

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 30881973
  • Date of Birth: 06/04/94
  • Nationality: Kenya
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Religion: Christianity

Accomplishments

  • Served in a christian organization under youth department for 3 years.
  • Mentor at Boys to men mentorship program.

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
kikuyu
Advanced (C1)
C1

Affiliations

  • participating in Community growth based activities.
  • Travel and adventure.

Timeline

Assistant Procurement Officer

Ace Auto centre
08.2023 - Current

Store Manager's Assistant

Ace auto centre
02.2022 - 07.2023

Storekeeper

AXEL ENGINEERING
01.2020 - 08.2020

Finance Intern

WANANDEGE SACCO LIMITED
05.2017 - 08.2017

Marketing Assistant

PANORAMA COLLEGE
05.2015 - 08.2025

Ongoing CPA part one -

Bachelor of Cooperative Business - Finance Option

Cooperative University of Kenya

KCSE -

Kiamu Secondary School

KCPE -

Saint Peters and Paul School

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