MERCY OTIENO
Procurement and Logistics Assistant
Nairobi
Summary
Highly experienced personnel able to manage variety of administrative tasks with proven ability to coordinate projects, maintain schedules, and handle communication efficiently.
Driven professional with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in managing inventory and coordinating shipments, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills. Committed to optimizing logistics processes and ensuring seamless operations to contribute to company success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement and Logistics Assistant
Yalfa Cargo Handling Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
10.2020 - 03.2024
- Managed and responded to emails, voicemails, and other forms of communication
- Created and maintained databases and spreadsheets
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
- Researched and compiled data for reports
- Prepared presentations and other documents
- Created and maintained filing systems
- Monitored and updated social media accounts
- Assisted with website maintenance and updates
- Created and managed customer databases
- Processed payments and invoices
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints
Procurement Assistant
First Solutions Limited
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Evaluated and recommended quotations for goods and services to be procured
- Followed up supplies of goods and services for the corporate management team
- Conducted timely valuation of inventory
- Managed all statutory payments and records
- Recorded management - filling procurement records
- Reconciled physical stock with those in the system
- Prepared monthly and quarterly annual reports
- Prepared annual tender documents
- Updated the suppliers register
Procurement Internship
The Coatbridge Company Ltd
10.2015 - 12.2015
- Processed invoices
- Conducted market survey
- Conducted inspection and verification of goods delivered
- Posted issues in the SAP system
Education
Bachelor - Purchasing and Supplies Management
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Juja, Kiambu District 09.2013 - 12.2016
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Bishop Okoth Mbaga Girls Secondary School
Skills
Attention to Detail and AccuracyAdaptability and FlexibilityProblem Solving and Critical ThinkingOrganization and PlanningCustomer Service and SupportMultitasking and EfficiencyTeamwork and CollaborationProfessionalism and Work EthicInitiative and ProactivityTechnology and Software ProficiencyExcellent knowledge of SAP systemsKnowledge of inventory managementEnterprise Resource PlanningProficient in bid process managementExcellent at developing vendor relations and client loyaltyDatabase management
Contract Negotiation
Relationship Management
Risk Management
References
- Moses Asahel, Branch Manager, Yalfa Cargo Handling Limited, 0726479601, opnrbyalfa@gmail.com, Nairobi
- George Obondo, Managing Director, First Solutions Limited, 0722808563, firstsolutions@gmail.com
- Minerva Marion, Head of Procurement, The Coatbridge Company Ltd, 0733397002, thecoatbridgecompany@gmail.com
Languages
English
Advanced
kiswahili
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement and Logistics Assistant
Yalfa Cargo Handling Limited
10.2020 - 03.2024
Procurement Assistant
First Solutions Limited
01.2017 - 10.2020
Procurement Internship
The Coatbridge Company Ltd
10.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor - Purchasing and Supplies Management
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
09.2013 - 12.2016
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Bishop Okoth Mbaga Girls Secondary School