Consolata Gesora

Result oriented Procurement Professional with several years of progressive accomplishment in procurement, inventory control, logistics, supply chain management and purchasing process. Adept at supervising in all aspect of procurement from acquisition till distribution, implementing procurement strategies and managing records systems. Highly experienced in planning and developing procurement and contracting plans and managing purchase orders.

In-depth knowledge of logistics processes, inventory control procedures and purchasing techniques and tools. Versatility to adapt and acclimatize to different environments, which enables the effective performance of new tasks with minimum direction and supervision. A high level of professionalism and dedicated to achieving all tasks on time to a high standard.

A determined, committed and disciplined Kenya Institute of Supply Chain Management (KISM) member; Membership no:71301.

Procurement / Country Administrator at Across Sudan (NGO) (2016-03 – Present)

• Support all international ACROSS locations in purchasing of products and services including approval of the best quality of products or services that have low prices after reviewing and analyzing all options
• Collaborate with the various heads of departments to ensure clarity of requirements specifications and expectations of the company in terms of procurement needs while applying the policies of the organization in determining the right choices
• Book flights and accommodation for all company employees in all locations
• Prepare plans for the purchase of all IT equipment, construction equipment, services, and supplies. Develop and review purchase request and ensuring the requests are authorized to facilitate the timely purchase of organization supplies
• Review quotations and delivery terms with suppliers to ensure that the company gets the best deals and assisting the procurement manager in all functions
• Build and develop relationships with key suppliers to ensure a good relationship between the company and its suppliers
• Analyze the supplier invoices and cross-checking it with the quantity received and coordinating with the accounts department for invoice processing
• Proper maintaining of accurate records of purchases including inventory management of products or services, suppliers' qualification, delivery times, potential development and products
• Proper budgeting of Administration needs. This includes all monthly projections for all office needs
• Develop Local Purchase Order (LPO's), planning and buying materials, parts, supplies and equipment in a timely and cost-effective manner, while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications

Procurement Internship at Kenya Medical Training College (2015-11 – 2016-03)

• Effectively managed business relationships and liaise closely with customers and clients to ensure satisfaction scores are maintained
• Supervised the timely dispatch of orders, and ensure a high level of quality control
• Reviewed existing processes and implement new methods and procedures when required
• Undertook and managed a variety of projects as directed

Bachelor of Commerce in Procurement – University of Nairobi (2011 – 2014)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – Muthaiti Academy (2003 – 2006)