Isabella Oyoo
Mombasa
Summary
I am a versatile Supply Chain Professional with over 10 years hands-on experience propelling Procurement and Warehousing roles within various industries. I possess expertise in mentorship, tenders and contract management, global sourcing, inventory management, ability to meet strict deadline and multitask in a busy office. I am a strategic professional who demonstrates high level of integrity when dealing with key stakeholders. I am an excellent communicator in area of negotiating for the best prices for my organization to obtain the most economically advantageous tender, analytical thinker with problem solving skills, proper planner, coordination of team assignment, a team builder, energetic who proactively build, develop, and maintain relationship with key stakeholders across the organization.
Methodical Procurement professional with background overseeing purchase of goods and services on behalf of organization. Seasoned expert at bid process guidance and contract administration. Talented leader when following and enforcing purchasing rules, procedures and associated regulations.
I am interested in roles where I can deliver leading global category management and sourcing methodologies, and strategies across key categories. Furthermore, looking for an opportunity that would allow me to apply my learnt knowledge and skills to add value to your organization’s success. I am also hoping to work in a competitive institution that calls for total dedication, creativity and commitment which will allow me to grow professionally.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Officer
Kemri Wellcome Trust Research Programme
04.2018 - Current
- Build relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Monitor, re-evaluate and coordinate renewal of existing contracts in line with performance metrics
- Coordinating travels for staff and programme guests by making hotel reservations and booking
- Conduct Due Diligence for Suppliers as required.
- Prepare and submit quarterly procurement and supply chain management report to line manager and provide weekly procurement status reports to relevant internal stakeholders.
- Schedule and chair regular contract meetings with key category suppliers and stakeholders, obtaining supplier performance feedback from stakeholders where appropriate
- Preparation of Request for Quotation/Request for Proposal/Invitation to tender and floating them out to prospective bidders
- Receive approved requisition, prepare, and dispatch Local Purchase Orders and expedite to ensure timely delivery of goods or services
- Support various teams to prepare annual procurement plans, consolidate procurement plans received from various departments/projects and monitor its implementation.
- Evaluating submitted bids received from vendors and submit recommendation for awards
- Providing feedback to suppliers and seeking clarification where necessary regarding the required goods and services
- Participate in the Procurement Committee as alternative Secretary to the Senior Procurement Officer
- Pre-qualification of Company suppliers and regular appraisal of the same
- Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply-based issues, minimize risks, ensure continuity of supply, and identify emerging vendors in the markets.
- Full knowledge of Dynamics 365 Business Central (ERP).
Procurement and Warehouse Officer
Njimia Mombasa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
01.2012 - 03.2018
- Supervision of four (4) Stores Personnel by ensuring that all the stores' policies are adhered to
- Develop and maintain appropriate store layout and configuration to achieve efficient space utilization, a neat and safe warehouse work environment
- Maintaining the approved supplier list, including conducting annual supplier checks
- Prepare and dispatch supplies to user points, ensuring all user requisitions are fulfilled accurately and on time
- Preparation of variance analysis report
- Lead negotiation strategy with procurement partners and suppliers
- Establish collaborative stakeholder and strategic supplier relationships to maximize the organization's influence
- Develop key relationships with suppliers that deliver optimal value
- Prepare tender documents and send out to prospective bidders
- Develops and implements a robust and repeatable spend database with full understanding of external spend
- Conduct routine regular stock checks and audits to ensure that inventory records are accurate
- Preparation of reports on warehouse operations, including stock levels, inventory movement and warehouse and suppliers.
- Trained and mentored warehouse team members to take on different positions.
- Monitored stock levels and placed new orders to maintain optimal values.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
Education
CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Level 6) -
01.2024
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Level 5) -
07.2022
CIPS Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Level 4) -
07.2021
Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) in Procurement & Supply Chain Management -
12.2019
Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management -
12.2011
Diploma in Supplies Management (Part One) -
12.2007
Skills
- Vendor Sourcing
- Bid Process Management
- Supplier Relationships
- Reporting Requirements
- Contract Negotiations
- Leadership skills
- Decision making skills
- Analytical, Negotiation and communication skills
Affiliations
- Full Member, Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
- Member, Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
Hobbies and Interests
I am interested in roles where I can deliver leading global category management and sourcing methodologies, and strategies across key categories. Furthermore, looking for an opportunity that would allow me to apply my learnt knowledge and skills to add value to your organization's success. I am also hoping to work in a competitive organization that calls for total dedication, creativity and commitment which will allow me to grow professionally.
Training
Contract management workshop, 07/2022, Nanyuki Supplies Practitioners Management Act 2007: Relevance to the private, Third and Public Sector, 02/2021, Webinar Practitioners' perspective on innovations, applications, and Compliance requirement in the Public Procurement & Asset Disposal Regulations 2020, 08/2020, Webinar Procurement of Consultancy & Non-Consultancy services, 11/2019, Kisumu Ingredients for Success: How should the future competent Supply Chain Professionals be like?, 03/2020, Mombasa Customer service excellence, 07/2018, Kilifi Customer Management, Profiling & Understanding, 07/2017, Mombasa Professionalism, Ethics & Procurement performance, 11/2015, Mombasa Procurement best practice workshop, 07/2013, Mombasa
References
Referees who can give comments and recommendation about my profession skills and work ethics will be shared upon request.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Procurement Officer
Kemri Wellcome Trust Research Programme
04.2018 - Current
Procurement and Warehouse Officer
Njimia Mombasa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
01.2012 - 03.2018
CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Level 6) -
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Level 5) -
CIPS Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Level 4) -
Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) in Procurement & Supply Chain Management -
Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management -
Diploma in Supplies Management (Part One) -
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