Douglas Muthomi
A dedicated and results driven Purchasing and Supplies graduate from Kenya Institute of Management with extensive experience in sales, leadership, and inventory management. Skilled in supplier relationship management, team Management and stock control, with a strong ability to optimize operations and reduce costs.
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Driven, results focused Sales and Operations Professional with over 6 years of experience in retail management, regional sales, merchandising, and inventory control, consistently delivering revenue growth and operational efficiency. Results oriented Purchasing and Supplies graduate from Kenya Institute of Management with extensive experience in sales, retail operations, warehouse management, and regional merchandising. Proven ability to lead teams, increase sales revenue, manage inventory efficiently, and optimize supply chain processes.
Strong background in business development, customer relationship management and inventory/stock control.
Experience
Retail Shop Supervisor at Sciencelab Ltd (2025-02 – Present)
Supervising sales and store team to ensure achievement of sales targets and managing inventory of laboratory equipment.
- Supervising sales and store team to ensure achievement of sales targets
- Managing inventory of laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with quality standards
- Preparing quotations and negotiating contracts with institutional clients
- Coordinating logistics and monitoring order fulfillment
- Managing budget, cash flow, and expense control
- Providing staff training and performance coaching
Warehouse / Store Assistant at Citywalk Kenya Ltd (2023-07 – 2025-01)
Managed inventory, stock taking, and warehouse operations including receiving, packing, and dispatching goods.
- Managed inventory, stock taking, and periodic cycle counts
- Oversaw receiving, packing, dispatching, and quality inspection of goods
- Maintained accurate record keeping and reporting systems
- Ensured safety compliance and warehouse cleanliness
- Coordinated loading/offloading and liaised with delivery teams
- Implemented FIFO, LIFO, JIT, PERPETUAL inventory management methods
Branch Manager Retail Fashion Store at Citywalk Kenya Ltd (2021-12 – 2023-06)
Developed sales strategies and led sales team to achieve revenue and profitability targets in retail fashion store.
- Developed short term and long term sales strategies to meet organizational goals
- Led and supervised sales team to achieve revenue and profitability targets
- Maintained high conversion rates through effective sales leadership and customer engagement
- Implemented cross selling and upselling strategies to increase average transaction value
- Managed branch budgeting and expenses
- Monitored stock levels, merchandising standards, and loss prevention controls
- Prepared weekly and monthly performance reports
Regional Sales Representative at Uplands Premium Dairy & Food Ltd (2019-12 – 2020-06)
Managed regional sales operations and consistently met and exceeded sales targets.
- Managed regional sales operations and consistently met and exceeded sales targets
- Generated new leads and expanded customer base across the region
- Negotiated contracts and prepared sales agreements
- Coordinated deliveries and ensured timely product distribution
- Managed cash collections, deposits, and account reconciliations
- Prepared weekly and monthly sales performance reports
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities
Regional Merchandiser at Stanley Black & Decker (2018-09 – 2019-11)
Promoted and sold home appliances, hand tools, and power tools to supermarkets and hardware stores.
- Promoted and sold home appliances, hand tools, and power tools to supermarkets and hardware stores
- Generated orders and maintained optimal stock levels
- Ensured proper product display, labeling, and cleanliness
- Maintained lead times through coordination with logistics teams
- Sourced new customers and expanded regional coverage
- Conducted sales tracking and report analysis
Supermarket Floor Assistant at Eastmatt Supermarket (2015-01 – 2018-05)
Assisted in daily shop operations, customer service, and inventory management.
- Assisted in daily shop operations and customer service
- Managed shelf replenishment and stock rotation
- Supported promotional activities and upselling initiatives
- Maintained product quality and compliance standards
- Prepared daily sales and stock reports
Education
Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management – Kenya Institute of Management
Certificate in Computer Certificate – Nyambene Institute of Professional Studies
