
Dynamic Procurement Manager with a proven track record at AA Kenya PLC, excelling in supplier management and contract negotiation. Achieved significant cost savings and enhanced procurement efficiency through strategic sourcing and robust supplier relationships. Demonstrated leadership in aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals, driving compliance and performance improvements.
Key Responsibilities
· Quarterly Board performance review -Prepare and present quarterly procurement, cost, and budget performance reports to the Procurement & Legal Committee.
· Participate in the executive committee formulating key strategies that drive the organization in the targeted direction
· Lead procurement planning and sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals and forecasts.
· Manage end-to-end sourcing, including tendering, supplier evaluation, selection, and performance management.
· Vehicle Management: Lead in purchasing spare parts, fuel management and servicing for the fleet.
· Negotiate contracts to achieve value for money, favorable terms, and regulatory compliance.
· Enforce procurement policies, governance frameworks, and internal controls to ensure compliance.
Achievements
· Delivered high-quality quarterly procurement and budget performance reports that strengthened Board oversight, decision-making, and cost control.
· Contributed to executive-level strategy to ensure procurement priorities organizational growth,
· Successfully aligned procurement planning with the approved budget to ensure budget adherence and proper resourcing the branches network.
· Streamlined end-to-end sourcing and tender processes, enhancing supplier performance, transparency, and compliance with procurement policies.
· Strengthened procurement governance by enforcing policies and internal controls, resulting in improved audit results and reduced compliance risks.
Key Responsibilities
· Managed procurement processes including requisitions, purchase orders, and inventory control.
· Conducted supplier price analysis, lead-time evaluations, and negotiations.
· Coordinated import logistics for spare parts and vehicles to ensure compliance with customs regulations.
· Maintained and managed supplier relationships and performance.
Ensured timely payments and accurate procurement records.
Achievements
· Improved procurement efficiency through effective procurement processes and procedures.
· Achieved cost savings by conducting supplier price analysis and negotiating favorable terms and lead times
· Successful compliance in importation of spare parts and vehicles by adhering to customs requirements.
· Strengthened supplier performance and reliability through proactive relationship.
· Eliminated payment delays by ensuring timely supplier payments and accurate procurement records
Key Responsibilities
· Raised local purchase orders and maintained procurement records
· Coordinated sourcing from approved vendors and ensured timely delivery
· Maintained inventory records and conducted physical stock verification
· Consolidated departmental requisitions in line with reorder levels and procedures
· Supported logistics operations, including transporter sourcing and nationwide deliveries for spare parts.
Achievements
· Ensured smooth procurement operations by accurately raising local purchase orders and maintaining complete records
· Improved on-time delivery rates through effective coordination with approved vendors
· Enhanced inventory accuracy by maintaining up-to-date records and conducting stocktake.
· Optimized purchasing efficiency by consolidating departmental requisitions in line with reorder levels.
· Supported reliable nationwide deliveries through effective transporter sourcing and logistics coordination