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Joan Mutheu
Materials Planner
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Experienced Procurement Buyer with over 15 years of experience in FMCG. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement Buyer
Kenya Wine Agencies Limites
NAIROBI, Kenya
08.2016 - Current
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
Procurement Administrator
Kenya Wine Agencies Limited
NAIROBI, Kenya
04.2010 - 07.2016
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
Education
BBA - Purchasing And Supplies Management
Kenya Methodist University
Kenya 05.2014 - 07.2016
Diploma in Purchasing And Supply - Procurement And Supply
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
United Kingdom 01.2007 - 12.2007
Advanced Diploma in Purchasing And Supply - Purchasing And Supply
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
United Kingdom 02.2018 - Current
Skills
Buyer vetting
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with cross functional teams in the development of many successful projects .
- Developed and implemented a procurement sourcing strategy for one of the major raw materials. Achieved savings of up t o 20% .
- Resolved product issue through collaboration with Vendors and internal stakeholders.
Interests
Travelling
Coaching and Mentoring
Mindfulness
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.
Chris Hadfield
Timeline
Advanced Diploma in Purchasing And Supply - Purchasing And Supply
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
02.2018 - Current
Procurement Buyer
Kenya Wine Agencies Limites
08.2016 - Current
BBA - Purchasing And Supplies Management
Kenya Methodist University
05.2014 - 07.2016
Procurement Administrator
Kenya Wine Agencies Limited
04.2010 - 07.2016
Diploma in Purchasing And Supply - Procurement And Supply
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
01.2007 - 12.2007
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