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Key Contributions:
 Supported the execution of the FY25 Marketing Procurement Strategy across East Africa, ensuring alignment with Diageo’s global sourcing standards and regional brand goals.
 Developed and delivered tender evaluation Scorecard Aggregate and Agency Evaluation Sheets to assess creativity, commercial value, and executional impact across strategic sourcing pitches and brand activations.
 Participated in high-stakes vendor negotiations, including a KES 50M Senator Scratch Card procurement, where strategic vendor benchmarking and rate card reviews secured KES 6M (12%) in savings.
 Coordinated 10+ vendor pitch sessions such as F25 EABL Sustainability report Launch, Tusker OktobaFest 2025, and Johnnie Walker Golf Sponsorship, ensuring efficient evaluation scoring and alignment between Finance, Brand, Innovations and Procurement.
 Supported the sourcing and evaluation of creative and experiential agencies for campaigns like Tusker Oktobafest (Kenya), Mt. Elgon Festival (Uganda) and Uganda Breweries Sales Conference 2025, leveraging structured supplier scorecards to assess creativity, commercial value, and executional impact, informing a 20% projected ROI uplift.
 Supported SEDEX tracking for High- and Medium-Risk Supplier Sites (HRSS/MRSS), reinforcing ethical and responsible sourcing standards in line with Diageo’s global framework.
 Contributed to supplier performance management (SPM) reviews, analyzing 8 core metrics like cost, service, brand understanding, and responsiveness to improve accountability and vendor relationships.
 Improved project delivery efficiency by 15% through tighter alignment of Statements of Work (SOWs),
Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and supplier KPIs across marketing procurement operations.
 Organized briefing and revert sessions for strategic marketing initiatives like Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind Launch and Chrome PR Agency Pitch, fostering clear communication and competitive bidding across vendors.
Achievements:
 Delivered KES 6 million (12%) in verified cost savings on a single strategic procurement project, demonstrating strong negotiation and value-creation skills.
 Strengthened vendor selection process through data-driven evaluation scorecards, improving campaign ROI by 20% and ensuring transparent supplier engagement.
 Facilitated Supplier performance measurement reviews, contributing to 360° feedback loops that elevated supplier responsiveness and performance quality.
 Engaged leading experiential and events agencies to deliver high-impact brand activations that enhanced consumer engagement and event ROI.
 Ensured 100% adherence to ethical procurement standards and SEDEX compliance protocols for key marketing vendors across East Africa.

Key Contributions:
 Spearheading process optimization initiatives, reducing lead times and increasing fulfilment accuracy to enhance customer satisfaction.
 Part of a cross functional team that streamlined and automated the order fulfilment process, resulting in a 60% reduction in order processing time from 25 minutes to 10 minutes.
 Collaborated with vendors (Samsung, Nokia, Apple, Oppo, Tecno etc.) to drive device uptake and add value to the business, improve vendor performance and increase the sales and customer engagement.
 Leveraging data-driven analysis of procurement patterns and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supplier risks, contributing to overall cost efficiency.
 Conducted Safaricom's 500 million Kenya shillings daily order processing for different consumer segments, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
 Coordinated Safaricom's 3PL and satellite warehouses, optimizing space utilization, inventory management, and logistics operations.
 Conducted reverse logistics, ensuring effective returns management and customer satisfaction.
 Ensuring adherence to regulatory standards through precise documentation, including shipping manifests and customs clearance protocols.
 Optimizing inventory management practices to balance supply and demand, reducing excess stock and carrying costs.
Achievements:
 Improved order accuracy through refined inventory tracking and quality control measures, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
 Ensured the attainment of an NPS (Net Promoter Score) above Safaricom's set target, improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
 Ensured orders were fulfilled within stipulated SLAs, guaranteeing timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
 Adopted Kaizen principles to drive continuous improvement in the supply chain, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste.
 Utilized data analysis to improve SCM metrics, achieving better fill rates, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.

Key Contributions:
 Managed the end-to-end sourcing process from RFPs/RFQs, negotiations, awards, to the closure of tenders/sourcing agreements and contracts with suppliers, ensuring smooth transitions and favorable terms.
 Conducted thorough evaluations of purchasing requisitions, ensuring clarity and accuracy in material and equipment specifications.
 Analyzed and negotiated supplier quotations to secure competitive pricing and optimal delivery timelines.
 Prepared and issued requests for quotations and managed purchase orders to ensure timely and compliant vendor engagement.
 Assessed technical and commercial specifications to maintain high-quality standards in procurement activities.
 Conducted market intelligence and demand planning for stock replenishment, ensuring products were available when needed, while minimizing excess inventory.
 Performed market research and comparative price analysis to support informed purchasing decisions.
 Built productive supplier relationships that facilitated seamless communication and efficient order fulfilment.
Achievements:
 Secured supplier payment terms that were cost-effective and favorable to the organization, optimizing cash flow and financial efficiency through competitive selection and negotiation, achieving significant cost savings.
 Ensured strict adherence to technical specifications, enhancing quality in procurement.
 Aligned purchasing decisions with market insights to support operational efficiency.

Key Contributions:
 Conducted evaluations, negotiations, and recommendations that reduced lead times and optimized procurement efficiency.
 Identified and engaged competitive suppliers through market analysis, resulting in cost savings and reliable sourcing.
 Created and maintained purchase and service orders within IFMIS to ensure accuracy and streamline workflows.
 Maintained organized administration of procurement documentation to ensure compliance and efficient record retrieval.
 Coordinated expedited material delivery through quality checks, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
 Identified reliable suppliers and minimized costs while maintaining material quality for various projects.
Achievements:
 Fostered transparency and responsiveness in procurement practices, enhancing supplier relationships.
 Ensured adherence to compliance standards and optimized supply chain operations through effective record-keeping.
 Managed supplier catalogues within the ERP, ensuring accuracy and availability of essential products and services for smooth operations.