E-procurement, SAP
Kenedy Kanyeki
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
Nakuru,32
Summary
Driven Supply Chain Professional with proven to effectively resolve various types of technical issues. Successful at managing supplier efforts, delivering comprehensive client and employee compliance and acting as point of contact for important suppliers. Adept at overseeing on-site quality and managing specific inspections schedules. Works effectively in cross-functional environments while promoting expertise in supply chain planning. Knowledgeable in managing vendor relations, tracking products and the methods needed to obtain the best pricing. Experience in managing import and export cargo. Strong grasp of laws governing global trade, restrictions and tariffs. Multi-faceted Logistics Specialist with solid history of streamlining operations and trimming costs. Eager to increase productivity and client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Procurement Assistant
Ormat Technologies Inc.
04.2022 - Current
- Supporting the mission, vision, and values of the Orpower 4, Inc and Ormat Technologies Inc.
- Observing and following plant environmental and operational rules, procedures and guidelines
- Strictly adhering to and enforcing safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing.
- Performing supplier's due diligence and introducing them in ERP namely OMS upon approval.
- Evaluating all suppliers before purchasing is done to ensure items bought meet quality and safety standards.
- Responsible for preparing and conducting contract and price negotiations for small to medium volumes.
- Determining procurement strategies to ensure the long-term, cost-effective supply of materials.
- Expediting purchases and supply sources to guarantee timely availability.
- Writing purchase orders in OMS for general required for Category A, B and C purchases.
- Tracking order acknowledgements, preparing and communicating shortage and backlog reports, and providing visibility.
- Transmit and prioritize approved purchase orders and supporting documents to supplier.
- Review, expedite, and support open purchase orders until they are closed.
- Confirming orders are adhered to as per terms and conditions by the supplier.
- Offer Contract management for service agreements and contracts.
- Apply and track shipments duty exemptions approvals and maintain accurate shipments records.
- Work with finance and accounts staff in resolving reception and invoice discrepancies.
- Correcting unsafe conditions in work area and reporting any circumstances that are not correctable to the supervisor.
- Administer appropriate action after evaluating complaints regarding the purchase orders and invoices of equipment and supplies received on site.
- Keeping synergy and maintaining healthy group dynamic.
- Keep the management team informed of accomplishments & ongoing issues, participating in achieving resolutions to identified issues.
- Working with multinational engineering and construction teams.
Procurement Officer
Pan African Paper Mills Ltd 2015
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Procurement of goods and services, for the whole paper mill and main office's needs, in compliance with technical requirements and applicable terms and conditions
- Received, recorded, and systematically filed Purchase requisitions from the user departments
- Floated requests for quotation and requests for proposals to vendors\running comparison charts for the offers received followed by negotiation of prices
- Compiled lists of comparison charts for the purchase committee held twice weekly
- Processed more than 150 orders with Tally ERP system and released orders with ERP System.
- Sent the purchase orders to suppliers, both local orders and international orders.
- Followed up with the suppliers after sending them the order, expediting, and making sure the correct item has been delivered.
- Organizing weekly procurement/logistics meetings with General Manager for briefs.
- Followed up the performance of the suppliers and asking for the feedback received from all the internal users of goods and services (General Manager and the user departments)
- Maintained good communication with international vendors and selected the best international suppliers based on quality of previous purchase order, samples sent to us, lead time, prices, delivery terms and payment terms among others
- Prepared kept records of documentation relevant to transport and delivery (packing list, waybills, delivery notes, goods receiving notes, customs notes)
- Arranged and followed up the transportation of goods from the main office in Nairobi to the paper mill in Webuye.
- With assistance of the clearing agents and shipping agents, ensured the payment and customs clearance were done promptly.
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Evaluated over 500 purchase requisitions and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Achieved cost savings by conducting thorough market research before initiating the purchasing process.
Procurement Attaché
Gathuthi Tea Factory
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Facilitated in haulage of green tea Leaves from the Region to the Factory
- Preparing & floating of quotations
- Weekly Tender Opening
- Tender evaluation
- Stores management
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Volunteer
Naro Moru Children Development Fund
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Procurement of goods and services and distribution and maintaining of stock records
- Record keeping
- Project implementation
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Provided exceptional support for event management tasks, resulting in smoothly executed functions that exceeded expectations.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Dedan Kimathi University
Nyeri, 1904.2018
High School Diploma -
Kagumo High
Nyeri, 1912.2013
Skills
- Procurement
- Demand forecasting
- Budget Planning
- Strategic Sourcing
- Logistics
- Material Requirement Planning
- Cost Analysis
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supplier liaison
- Vendor evaluation
- Excellent Negotiation
- Purchase Orders
- Contract management
- Order tracking
- Procurement Software Proficiency
- Expediting
Additional Information - Registered Member
Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (MKISM): Reg No KISM/M/71808
References
- Anne Njoroge, HR & Admin, Orpower 4 Inc, P.O.Box 1566 code 20117, Naivasha, Kenya, anjoroge@ormat.com
- Jane Wothaya, Stores Keeper and Procurement officer, Gathuthi Tea Factory, P.O Box 761, Nyeri, 0720384378
- Ann Gachoki, Procurement Manager, Orpower 4 Inc, P.O.Box 1566 code 20117, Naivasha, Kenya, agachoka@ormat.com
- Wilson Nguru, Relationships Manager, Naro Moru Children Development Fund, nguruwillie2005@yahoo.com, 0716060623
- Nathan Indeche, Procurement Manager, Pan African Paper Mills 2015 Ltd, P.O Box 535, Webuye, purchase@raipaper.com, 0725259748
Certification
Kenya Institute of Supplies Management Membership
No KISM/M/71808
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop purchase requisitions tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with internal departments of Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Operations and Productions team of in the development of budget control for every year.
- Achieved an average of 90% of closing purchase orders by completing order tracking and expediting with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and present requirements needed by Customs when applying for customs duty exemptions which led to exempting customs tax, customs duty, and customs railway development levies , reducing importation costs for projects.
- Achieved 27% cost saving through effectively negotiating with important suppliers and service providers.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
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sunday
morning
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leave401k matchWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsPaid time offCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsQuote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Software
Interests
TRAVELLING
FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS
Affiliations
- KENYA INSTITUTE OF SUPPLIES MANAGEMENT
Timeline
Procurement Assistant
Ormat Technologies Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Procurement Officer
Pan African Paper Mills Ltd 2015
01.2019 - 04.2022
Procurement Attaché
Gathuthi Tea Factory
01.2017 - 04.2017
Volunteer
Naro Moru Children Development Fund
01.2016 - 04.2016
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Dedan Kimathi University
High School Diploma -
Kagumo High
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