AWAntony Wachira
@antonywachira
Procurement and project manager driving cost savings, vendor management and efficient operations.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented procurement and project management professional with eight years of experience in purchasing, supplies, logistics, budgeting and administration. I have a strong track record in expenditure analysis, vendor management, inventory control and preparing Local Purchase Orders (LPO).
I deliver measurable cost savings through vendor reassessment, competitive bidding and process improvements, and I implemented time-saving automation with SAGE to streamline procurement workflows. I have managed roofing and waterproofing projects end-to-end, coordinating teams, suppliers and clients to meet quality and timeline targets.
I bring strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills, proficiency in MS Office, Excel and SAGE ERP, and a client-oriented mindset focused on improving organizational functionality and driving projects to successful completion.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Manager
Danchi Agency
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Manage roofing and waterproofing projects, coordinating clients and teams, overseeing materials receiving and stock inspection, and ensuring timely delivery and compliance with permits and quality standards.
Technical Sales Representative
Deco Roofing Systems Ltd
May 2018 - Nov 2020 (2 years 6 months)
Drove product sales and territory coverage for roofing and waterproofing products, maintained stock levels, prepared market assessments and reports, and created revenue opportunities through client presentations and exhibitions.
Sales Brand Ambassador
Youth Dynamics Kenya Ltd
Feb 2017 - Jul 2017 (5 months)
Executed sales and promotional activities, managed daily budgets and bookkeeping, reconciled supplies records, and maintained positive customer relationships to drive sales and report market insights.
Sales Brand Ambassador
Hasbah Kenya Limited
Aug 2016 - Feb 2017 (6 months)
Generated sales opportunities and daily sales reports, conducted product awareness activities, managed filing and documentation, and supported supply chain with sales data to meet targets.
Procurement and Logistics Intern
Njuca Consolidated Co. Ltd
Sep 2015 - Dec 2015 (3 months)
Supported procurement and logistics functions including supplier sourcing, stock maintenance and physical inventory, preparation of local purchase orders, supplier negotiation, and use of SAGE for procurement workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Bachelor of Procurement and Contract Management, Procurement and Contract Management
2014 - 2016
Completed a Bachelor of Procurement and Contract Management program focusing on procurement, contract administration and supply chain practices.
Technology Development Centre
Diploma in Supplies Management, Supplies Management
2011 - 2013
Activities and societies: Hostel Representative; liaised with faculty and managed student-related issues.
Completed a Diploma in Supplies Management with studies in supply chain, inventory and procurement operations.
Mururia Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2006 - 2009
Attended secondary school and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
Upelcom College
Certificate in Computer Packages, Computer Applications
Completed a certificate in computer packages covering Microsoft Office applications and basic computer maintenance.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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