Ochieng Loid

Results-driven Procurement & Supply Chain Professional with 5+ years of experience optimising procurement operations and supply chains within fast-moving, high-volume environments. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, demand-driven inventory management, supplier performance, and ERP-driven automation — consistently delivering up to 20% cost reduction and 40% efficiency gains. Highly skilled in managing end-to-end procurement cycles, Just-In-Time (JIT) replenishment, import/export compliance, and vendor consolidation strategies critical to FMCG and manufacturing operations.

Procurement & Stock Controller Manager at Lacruze Limited (2025-01 – Present)

Lead end-to-end procurement operations for a fast-paced trading environment, managing sourcing, ordering, and supplier negotiations across multiple product categories.

• Achieved 15–20% cost reduction through strategic contract renegotiation and supplier consolidation — directly improving gross margin contribution.
• Increased inventory turnover by 30–40% through demand-driven stock optimisation, reducing working capital tied up in slow-moving stock.
• Reduced order processing time by 30% by implementing procurement KPIs and workflow automation, supporting faster replenishment cycles.
• Improved on-time delivery by 40% through structured supplier scorecards and performance accountability frameworks.
• Implemented ERP automation, reducing manual processing errors by 90% and improving procurement data accuracy.
• Reduced transport and landed costs by 20% through shipment consolidation and freight route optimisation.

Procurement & Tender Manager at Proto Energy (2022-01 – 2024-12)

• Secured high-value contracts worth USD 5M with a 75% tender success rate, delivering significant cost advantages and supply security.
• Reduced stockholding costs by 30% through implementation of a Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory strategy aligned to production and sales demand cycles.
• Improved inventory accuracy to 95% through disciplined cycle count procedures — minimising write-offs and variance losses.
• Minimised stockouts by 25% using demand forecasting models, ensuring continuity of supply across all product lines.
• Reduced delivery lead times by 35% through end-to-end logistics streamlining and supplier SLA management.

Procurement & Logistics Intern at KPLC – Central Rift Region (2021-01 – 2021-12)

• Developed a comprehensive supplier scorecard system that improved on-time delivery by 40%.
• Streamlined logistics processes, reducing lead times by 35% across the supply chain.
• Achieved 100% customs compliance through rigorous documentation checks and controls.
• Supported ERP implementation for procurement functions, reducing manual errors by 90%.

BSc in Procurement & Logistics – Kabarak University

KCSE – St. Bernard's Otaro High School