Ken Mwendwa Philip
Nairobi
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a robust background in procurement, vendor management and inventory control. Demonstrated success in identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing strategies to maximize profits. Regarded as a valuable asset to any team, possesses strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Category Buyer
Sokowatch Limited
04.2022 - Current
- Managing Customs clearance,Transport and transfer of goods from POD to warehouse.
- Serve as a procurement subject matter expert in regards to Fleet, Logistics and Warehousing, and managed supplier relationships
- Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with procurement objectives and overall business goals.
- Developed and maintained procurement policies in accordance with the company strategy
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure procurement goals were met
- Develop a supplier pipeline that aligns with business strategy; ensuring best quality, at the lowest cost and on-time delivery
- Developing and implementing category plan in collaboration with user team members, including strategic business relationship approach, supplier sourcing strategy/ plan, potential negotiation methods and long-term business needs
- Conducting the procurement life cycle from request submission through contract filing, including, but not limited to, cost analysis, negotiating contracts renewals, and overseeing contract review, approval, exception processes, and exit process
- Regularly evaluating supplier offerings, usage and category spend; identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve performance; provide recommendations that support the business's strategic goals and plans
- Conducting supplier research and analysis, including supplier diligence (compliance/ risk assessment, performance and product offerings)
- Managing supplier communications, including, but not limited to, RFx process: Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quote (RFQ).
Purchasing and Supplies Assistant
Cargill Kenya Limited
12.2014 - 03.2021
- Implemented new procurement processes resulting in a 15% increase in efficiency
- Managed procurement of goods and services for multiple projects simultaneously
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers and negotiated favorable terms
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement goals were met
- Reviewed approved requisition forms to verify specifications and sending RFQs/RFPs to reliable pre-approved suppliers
- Onboarded suppliers/contractors as per the company policy and updated the master data for performance review
- Ensured supplier invoices are posted correctly into JD Edwards and Harvest.net system for payment processing
- Conducted constant market research to ensure that suppliers onboard are providing quality at market rates
- Ensured that each category of goods and services had 3 suppliers to mitigate the risk of non-delivery/performance
- Supervised and managed the contract element throughout its life cycle and made changes on agreed terms
- Advised the Operations Lead on the total cost of ownership for Capex expenses, sourcing for the same and ensuring timely deliveries at site at the lowest total cost
- Worked closely with Operations Team in the early stages of need identification, processing of Proforma Invoice and liaising with the relevant appointed agent to secure IDF
- Expedited orders from Int
- Supplier's and ensured timely dispatch of import documentations (C.I, P.L, C.O.O, C.O.C) to our end.
- Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
Education
BBA - Finance And Banking
Moi University
Mombasa,Kenya09.2016
Diploma in Business Management - Procurement And Supplies Option
Kenya Institute of Management
Mombasa,Kenya12.2012
Skills
- High level of integrity
- Acts with honesty, honor and dignity Upholds strong moral and ethical principles without compromise
- Strong Negotiation Skills
- Ability to reach an agreement with suppliers by being assertive and an active listener
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Prove ability to keep an open mind to new ideas and concepts and to do so with ease
- Stakeholder Management
- Established strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders resulting in timely delivery of projects
- Cost Analysis
- Strategic Sourcing
Accomplishments
- Disposal: Directed the successful disposal of company assets with zero NPV to help raise over ksh. 2 million between 2018 & 2019 (Cargill) and Ksh.8,000,000 at Sokowatch (2022 & 2023)
- Process Improvement: Collaborated with a team of 3 in the development of Sokowatch Procurement Procedure (Non-Inventory) to best manage the company expenses and train staff on the same.
- Sustainability Initiative: Implemented a Ksh.470,000 cost saving on monthly water usage by introduction of self purifying dispenser units across the 12 branches in Kenya (Sokowatch).
- Cost Reduction: Implemented a ksh.900,000 per month in cost savings via process automation in the fuel management, company fleet from 2019 to 2021 (Cargill)
Timeline
Regional Category Buyer
Sokowatch Limited
04.2022 - Current
Purchasing and Supplies Assistant
Cargill Kenya Limited
12.2014 - 03.2021
BBA - Finance And Banking
Moi University
Diploma in Business Management - Procurement And Supplies Option
Kenya Institute of Management
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