Vincent Langat
Supply Chain | Procurement | Logistics & Inventory Professional
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Experienced Supply Chain and Logistics Professional with over 20 years of progressive experience in procurement support, supplier coordination, inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics execution within international humanitarian and development organizations. Strong expertise in end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement documentation, supplier performance monitoring, stock control, inventory reconciliation, shipping coordination, and ERP-based logistics systems. Proven ability to ensure timely delivery of goods, maintain accurate stock records, support procurement processes, and enhance operational efficiency.
Highly skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement and logistics procedures in fast-paced, structured environments.
Experience
Stock Controller at United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) (2011-12 – 2025-09)
- Supported procurement processes through accurate inventory tracking and stock verification.
- Coordinated with suppliers and service providers to ensure timely delivery of commodities.
- Verified goods received against purchase documentation and supplier invoices.
- Maintained procurement and logistics documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
- Coordinated receiving, storage, and dispatch of large-scale commodity shipments.
- Ensured timely movement of goods through warehouse and distribution channels.
- Liaised with logistics service providers to support efficient supply chain flow.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using ERP/logistics systems.
- Conducted regular stock counts and reconciliations with finance and operations teams.
- Ensured compliance with FIFO principles and warehouse SOPs.
- Monitored stock levels and supported replenishment planning.
- Improved inventory accuracy and reduced discrepancies through strong reconciliation processes.
- Strengthened reporting quality for supply chain decision-making.
- Ensured efficient coordination of high-volume warehouse operations.
Commodity Tracking Officer at World Vision Kenya (2005-03 – 2011-11)
- Managed commodity tracking from procurement receipt to final distribution.
- Supported supplier documentation and logistics coordination processes.
- Maintained procurement and warehouse records including delivery notes and stock cards.
- Conducted inventory reconciliation and reporting for management review.
- Ensured compliance with donor procurement and supply chain procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Business Management in Purchasing and Supplies Option – Mount Kenya University (2011 – 2015)
KCSE – Kabianga High School (1995 – 1998)