MARGARET WANJIRU WAWERU
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic Inventory Specialist with a proven track record at Polyflex Industries Limited, excelling in inventory management and data analysis. Enhanced accuracy through cycle counting and cross-functional collaboration, significantly reducing stock shortages. Detail-oriented and proactive, I optimize processes to drive efficiency and support organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Specialist
Polyflex Industries Limited
10.2024 - Current
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Managed the return process for damaged or defective goods, ensuring prompt resolution for customers and minimizing financial loss for the company.
- Participated in annual physical inventories to verify accuracy of records and identify any discrepancies that needed correction.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Prepared detailed reports on inventory levels and movement trends, providing valuable information for decision-making purposes.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Ensured compliance with regulations concerning hazardous materials storage, contributing to a safe working environment.
- Optimized storage layouts by analyzing space usage patterns, leading to increased capacity without additional expense or construction requirements.
- Reduced stock shortages by closely monitoring inventory levels and promptly ordering necessary supplies.
- Coordinated with suppliers to establish optimal delivery schedules, reducing instances of overstock or stockouts.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely restocking of high-demand items, preventing potential sales losses.
Finance Department(AR,AP & Treasury Operations)
Orbit Products Africa Limited
09.2020 - 09.2024
- Monitored cash balances to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Provided detailed analysis and documentation for all recorded transactions.
- Supported accounts payable activities, enhancing timely invoice creation and issuance.
- Uploaded vendor information and processed salary payments efficiently.
- Prepared daily cash flows to strengthen cash management controls.
- Executed supplier payments, statutory obligations, and other transactions via cheques and online transfers.
- Conducted timely bank reconciliations for multiple accounts, ensuring accuracy.
- Liaised with bank representatives to facilitate seamless treasury operations.
Supply Chain Department( Procurement Officer)
Colorpackaging Limited
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Coordinated procurement activities to maintain supplies, equipment and services for efficient operations
- Assessed affordability and practicality of all purchase requisitions to make supplier recommendations
- Contacted vendors to solicit bids and obtain availability and product information
- Communicated with vendors to request quotations and discuss new products, delayed payments and damaged goods
- Compared prices to determine best bid among potential vendors
- Completed administrative and clerical tasks in support of procurement department
- Contacted identified vendors for quotes on specific parts and materials
- Followed up with suppliers for resolution regarding pricing discrepancies
- Researched each vendor's ability to provide services or products
- Liaised between internal departments and outside vendors to coordinate purchases and deliveries
- Verified accuracy of suppliers' bills against original purchase orders to avoid billing errors
- Assisted in preparations of all the necessary financial documents e.g
- Purchase requisitions and orders, payment requisition forms, delivery notes and invoices, and follow up to ensure suppliers payments are done in a timely manner
SECRETARY AND OFFICE ASSISTANT
Yuvi Construction
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Composed and proofread correspondence, reports and confidential documents
- Received and screened telephone calls, visitors and incoming correspondence
- Maintained office records detailing, employee time cards and purchase orders
- Performed basic administrative tasks to support office workflow
- Assisted visitors by answering questions or providing policy and procedure information
- Monitored communication in reception area to protect client and office confidentiality
- Ordered office supplies to meet functional needs
- Copied and distributed printed material to meet office needs
- Received and directed incoming calls to appropriate personnel
- Greeted visitors in clean, orderly and welcoming reception area
Education
Diploma - Purchasing and Supply Management
Kenya Institute of Management
Kitengela11-2026
Skills
Inventory management and tracking
Data analysis and organization
Detail-oriented approach
Cross-functional collaboration
Material handling techniques
- Cycle counting
- Data entry
- Inventory management
Personal Information
Timeline
Inventory Specialist
Polyflex Industries Limited
10.2024 - Current
Finance Department(AR,AP & Treasury Operations)
Orbit Products Africa Limited
09.2020 - 09.2024
Supply Chain Department( Procurement Officer)
Colorpackaging Limited
01.2017 - 01.2020
SECRETARY AND OFFICE ASSISTANT
Yuvi Construction
04.2014 - 12.2016
Diploma - Purchasing and Supply Management
Kenya Institute of Management