Osman Cedrick

Versatile Purchasing and Supplies Management graduate (Second Class Honours, Upper Division, Meru University of Science and Technology) with over 5 years across procurement, inventory/warehouse management, storekeeping, and sales. Full supply chain cycle experience — sourcing, supplier negotiation, goods receipt/inspection, stock control, and distribution — plus a strong sales and client-facing background in consultative/inbound selling and digital/community-based marketing. Trained in IFMIS/PPADA procedures and pharmaceutical/medical stores management (FEFO rotation).

Certified in Procurement and Logistics (DisasterReady.org/Mercy Corps, CILT-accredited) and Basics of Planning & Procurement in Material Management (UniAthena/CIQ, UK). Certified in Strategic Negotiations & Conflict Management and Data-Driven Decision-Making (Saylor/IACET), Inbound Sales (HubSpot), Sales Management (BUS633), Customer Service (BUS107), CRM (SimpliLearn), and Leadership & Followership (Open University). Currently pursuing a Diploma in Cybersecurity Threats, Controls and Legal Issues (UniAthena), building data-security awareness relevant to digital procurement and ERP systems.

Proficient in advanced Excel, CRM tools, Canva, and AI tools; a highly organised, honest, results-driven professional across procurement, stores, and sales functions.

Independent Travel Manager at Dreamport (2025 – 2026)

• Generated leads and closed sales, consistently meeting performance targets through consultative selling.
• Conducted client needs assessments and recommended tailored, cost-effective solutions, applying value-for-money analysis comparable to supplier evaluation.
• Promoted services through multiple digital channels including WhatsApp, email, and social media, expanding market reach and brand awareness.
• Negotiated terms and pricing with clients and providers, verifying service fulfilment against agreed specifications before closing.
• Managed client accounts end-to-end, maintaining accurate transaction records and preparing periodic performance reports for review.
• Built and retained a loyal client base through proactive follow-up and personalised, needs-based engagement.
• Handled client objections and concerns professionally, applying problem-solving skills to protect satisfaction and close sales successfully.
• Tracked sales performance and conversion metrics, using data insights to refine outreach strategies and improve results.

Facility Administrator at Phoebian Medical Center (2024 – 2025)

• Coordinated procurement planning by collating drug and supply requisitions, verifying specifications and budget before initiating orders.
• Sourced and ordered pharmaceutical drugs and medical supplies from approved distributors, ensuring policy and budget compliance.
• Received and physically inspected all incoming deliveries, verifying batch numbers, expiry dates, and quantities before acceptance, rejecting non-conforming stock.
• Managed pharmaceutical stores through regular physical counts, FEFO stock rotation, and reconciliation against system records.
• Monitored stock levels and reorder points to prevent stockouts, issuing stock to departments against verified requisitions.
• Prepared LPOs, goods received notes, and supplier payment documentation, maintaining audit-ready procurement and stores files.
• Served as the primary client-facing representative, promoting facility services and driving client engagement through community outreach and Canva-designed promotional materials.
• Prepared periodic stock, procurement, and client engagement reports for management review.
• Negotiated pricing and delivery terms with suppliers, securing favourable conditions while maintaining consistent quality and reliability.
• Organised and maintained the facility's stores area, ensuring proper storage, labelling, and accessibility of stock for efficient issuance.
• Coordinated with clinical departments on supply requirements, aligning procurement and stock levels with patient care needs.
• Verified supplier invoices against purchase orders, resolving discrepancies and submitting accurate payment documentation to finance.

Freelance Client Relations Manager & Academic Writer at WriterBay, EssayPro, and Other Freelance Platforms (2019 – 2024)

• Acquired and retained a diverse international client base through persuasive communication, negotiation, and consistent quality delivery.
• Managed multiple concurrent client accounts and project files, maintaining detailed records of specifications, deliverables, and payment transactions.
• Negotiated project scope, pricing, and delivery schedules, and prepared contract and scope documents for client engagements.
• Supervised and mentored junior team members on client communication, quality assurance, and sales techniques, developing team leadership capability.
• Conducted quality assurance reviews of deliverables against specifications, mirroring goods inspection and contract compliance functions.
• Tracked project milestones and deadlines, escalating delays or non-conformances promptly to maintain client satisfaction.
• Prepared performance and financial reconciliation reports for management, developing procurement-relevant reporting skills.
• Maintained strict confidentiality in handling client data and financial records, reflecting strong ethical s

Bachelor in Purchasing and Supplies Management – Meru University of Science and Technology (2014 – 2018)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) – Malava Boys High School (2010 – 2013)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) – Samitsi Primary School (2002 – 2009)