Supply Chain & Procurement Operations SpecialistSupply Chain & Procurement Operations Specialist
Cynthia
$880
per month
($5/hour)
Profile Description
Results-driven Supply Chain and Procurement Operations Specialist with over 5 years of experience managing end-to-end procurement, inventory control, supplier coordination, and purchase order life-cycle management in high-volume, multi-site environments. Experienced in overseeing inventory accuracy, preventing stock outs through proactive replenishment planning, and ensuring timely supplier deliveries through structured follow-ups and ERP-driven workflows. Skilled in coordinating purchase order...
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Work Experience
Supply Chain Management Assistant/Intern
Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
Jan 2024 - Jan 2026
Key Achievements:
Managed end-to-end procurement operations including requisitions, RFQs, supplier evaluation, and purchase order processing using ERP systems. Monitored inventory levels and supported replenishment planning to ensure stock availability across headquarters and regional offices, reducing stock discrepancies by 25%. Maintained real-time procurement and inventory tracking systems for PO status, supplier performance, and inbound deliveries, improving operational visibility. Coordinated supplier communication and follow-ups to ensure timely delivery of goods and resolution of delays, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate. Supported internal stakeholders by preparing structured procurement, consumption, and stock reports to guide replenishment and budgeting decisions. Coordinated internal and supplier meetings, ensuring clear communication of timelines, actions, and delivery expectations. Developed SOPs for inventory control and procurement documentation, strengthening audit readiness and process consistency. Key Achievement: Reduced procurement cycle time by 20% through improved tracking systems and supplier follow-up processes.
Procurement Officer
St. Joseph Health Center
Mar 2020 - Oct 2023
Key Achievements:
Managed procurement operations across medical supplies, ICT assets, equipment, and project-based procurement, ensuring continuous stock availability. Coordinated purchase order processing, supplier negotiations, and delivery tracking, improving procurement efficiency by 30%. Oversaw inventory management processes including stock monitoring, stock takes, and variance reconciliation, reducing excess inventory by 15%. Maintained supplier relationships and pre-qualified vendor databases, ensuring reliable supply chains and improved service levels. Coordinated logistics for deliveries, internal distribution, and project-related supply movements to ensure timely availability of resources. Implemented ERP-based procurement workflows, improving visibility of purchase orders and supplier performance tracking. Supported donor and management reporting through structured procurement and inventory documentation. Key Achievements: Reduced procurement cycle time by 25% through process streamlining. Achieved 15% cost savings through supplier negotiation and sourcing improvements. Improved vendor reliability by 30% through structured performance tracking.