Solomon Gitau

Results-driven Procurement, Tender Management, and Finance professional with over five years of progressive experience in tender administration, procurement support, contract documentation, client relationship management, and financial operations. Proven ability to coordinate end-to-end tender processes, prepare compliant bid documents, manage multiple deadlines, and support cost analysis. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a commitment to delivering operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and organizational growth.

Tender Officer at Bright Diagnostic Limited (2023-11 – 2026-04)

• Sourced and monitored relevant tender opportunities from public and private sector procurement platforms.
• Coordinated prequalification applications and presented documentation to management for review and approval.
• Prepared comprehensive tender documents, quotations, proposals, and bid submissions in accordance with client specifications.
• Reviewed tender documents to ensure compliance with procurement regulations and customer requirements.
• Worked closely with technical, finance, and management teams to compile accurate and competitive tender submissions.
• Assisted in cost estimation, pricing, and preparation of financial schedules for bids.
• Managed tender timelines and ensured timely submission of all bids before deadlines.
• Maintained an organized database of tenders, contracts, and supporting documentation.
• Successfully coordinated multiple tender submissions while maintaining high compliance standards and meeting all submission deadlines.

Relationship Officer at Bytech Credit Limited (2021-02 – 2023-09)

• Marketed financial products and identified new business opportunities.
• Conducted client appraisals and credit assessments.
• Managed customer loan portfolios while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Followed up on loan repayments and ensured timely collection of outstanding balances.
• Prepared customer portfolio performance reports for management.
• Ensured compliance with internal credit policies and procedures.
• Contributed to portfolio growth through effective client acquisition, relationship management, and loan recovery.

Cashier at Express Connections (2018-01 – 2021-01)

• Received, verified, and reconciled daily cash collections.
• Prepared daily banking deposits and maintained accurate financial records.
• Balanced daily cash reports and worksheets.
• Monitored vehicle revenue against daily performance targets.
• Prepared monthly revenue and performance reports.
• Maintained accurate financial documentation and record-keeping systems.
• Maintained accurate cash reconciliations with minimal discrepancies while ensuring timely banking of daily collections.

Bachelor of Business Management in Finance & Banking – Rongo University (2013 – 2017)