Chris Adala

I aim to achieve Business efficiency as a Finance, Administration and supply chain & Logistics Officer in a reputable organization where I can utilize my managerial experience to a role in Finance and Administration as well as Procurement and Supply Chain Management and further develop my skills across different Managerial areas to maximize my expertise and efficiency in the growth and development of a company.

Present-

From March

2020

Procurement and Logistics Officer-Serene Logistics, Nairobi- Duties

My daily roles include- daily procurement and Logistics duties, processing of payment for suppliers and also ensuring proper record keeping.

Key achievements

• Met operational support deadlines at 100% between years 2020 and 2021, by ensuring program team activities are efficiently and effectively met within the desired standards which led to customer satisfaction.
• Managed supply chain functions in a value-based manner with drivers thus increasing savings and overall efficiency of the business.
• Successfully implemented s successful administration and logistics program that proved to be 50% more efficient than the previous one.
• Reduced transportation costs by Ksh. 30,000 per month by developing key relationships with essential suppliers such as fuel and vehicle parts.

2016

KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Daily procurement of goods and services from shortlisted suppliers and vendors.
• Weekly training of staff on procurement rules and procedures.
• Performed logistics and administrative duties as required by the Administration and logistics manager.
• Processing of payment for vendors and supplies.
• Performed other duties as directed by the Administration and Logistics Manager

• Improved the procurement process which ensured that suppliers were paid in a timely manner this improved the overall relationship with suppliers.
• I also ensured timely preparation of cheque payments for suppliers which increased the overall supplier and organization relationship.
• Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste, wastage such as fuel vehicle servicing .
• Ensured proper record keeping for easy access to all stakeholders.
• Implemented process improvements that reduced average purchasing cycle times by 100%.
• Shared weekly procurement reports with the programs manager, Finance manager and Administration and Logistics manager to ensure financial policies and procurement matters were in line with Donor requirements .

• Teamwork: I have proven my ability to develop and promote effective collaboration within and across the team to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: I have the ability to produce and deliver quality results in a service-oriented environment in a timely manner and I am also action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: I continuously seek to learn, share knowledge and innovate which include mainly digital strategies for productivity, CRM and work-related digital strategies.
• Accountability: I also take full ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assume responsibilities for own action and delegated work.
• Integrity, transparency and professionalism: I also maintain high ethical standards and acts at the work place in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

EDUCATION

Dec 2017 -ST. Paul’s University Nairobi, KE Jan 2015B.BA -Purchasing & supply chain Logistics Management. Dec. 2013

The University of Nairobi Nairobi, KEJan 2013Diploma in Business Management Sept. 2011

K.C.A University  Nairobi, KEMay 2009C.P.A Part 11