Caroline Thuo

A Procurement and Supply Chain Management Professional having an illustrious career spanning 10 years with a requisite reputation in strategic sourcing, contract management, cost reduction and successful negotiations, ensuring that all parties involved adhere to the agreed contractual arrangements and that contracts are completed on time and within budget. Experienced in formulation, execution and reviewing of supply chain and vendor management operations and checking compliance in terms of validating of documents and ensuring the standards of supplies are in check. Possesses an in-depth understanding of cross-cultural and global and technological issues that affect supply chain, and legal issues involved in managing contracts.

Rapid-response decision-maker capable of exploiting emerging trends in the industry and considered as a value creator who operates ahead of the curve, developing integrated strategies that achieve an organization’s mission. Oversaw the set up and implementation of the online tendering system SRM, aiding in timely delivery, cost savings, and transparency. Additionally, participated in SAP System testing and acceptance for Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) from blueprint stage, development, acceptance and training of end users both internal and vendors.

Procurement Manager (August 2018 - Present)- Castan Enterprises Limited

Procurement Officer ( Jan 2015 - July 2018) - Castan Enterprises Limited

Bank Teller ( Dec 2014 - Nov 2014) - Chase Bank Teller

Procurement Intern (Feb 2013-Oct 2013) - Ministry Of Cooperative Development and Marketing

Bachelor of Commerce (Procurement and Supply chain Management)