Thuo Neema

Dedicated and result-oriented logistics and project management specialist with over 7 years of experience in sourcing strategies, vendor management and logistics processes. Demonstrated a strong ability to manage capital and operational expenditure, achieve cost savings, and enforce compliance with organizational standards. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, optimizing supply chain functions, and building mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders and clients.

Excellent communication and data analysis skills, with a proven track record of improving supply chain efficiency and reducing expenses.

Evaluated suppliers that met the company business requirements at the lowest total cost while building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with them.

• Oversaw credit applications with suppliers, ensuring timely processing and adherence to company credit policies.
• Manage RFI/RFP processes, document recommendations, and communicate outcomes to vendors.
• Maintained a high level of ethics, compliance, and adherence to established processes throughout procurement activities.
• Established, implemented, and reported on monthly procurement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track performance and identify areas for improvement • Ensured comprehension of international procurement and logistics regulations and procedures while managing purchasing and shipping through global vendors.
• Managed supply chain relations and activities for the companies domiciled under HSC Systems Ltd in South Africa, Mauritius, and Kenya.
• Conducted regular market surveys to stay abreast of market trends and identify new suppliers and products.
• Reviewed and ensured that service agreements with appointed suppliers, shipping and clearing agents are adhered to.
• Implemented strategic initiatives to enhance service delivery while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Ensured that all goods and documents are in line with respective country government agencies/laws and bodies, shipping companies, agents, and customer terms to enhance compliance.
• Developed and implemented systems to monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities for performance optimization.
• Supervised, trained, and motivated logistics team as well as reviewed and updated SOPs to ensure adherence to procedures and standards, and that all processes and policies are up to date.
• Provided training and mentorship to logistics staff on complex logistics and procurement issues, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge.

Liverpool John Moores University undertaking a Master of Science International Transport, Trade and Logistics: 08/2024 - Ongoing The Technical University of Kenya and undertook a Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: 05/2012 - 12/2016