Doreen Makena
@doreenmakena
Supply chain and procurement professional driving cost savings and operational efficiency.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven supply chain and procurement professional with six years' experience across strategic sourcing, inventory management, and compliance for multinational operations. I have led major cost-savings initiatives, optimized procurement processes, and implemented inventory and contract management systems that improved audit ratings and reduced waste.
My work spans delivery planning for strategic network projects, cross-border supplier management, reverse logistics, and regulatory-compliant disposal of obsolete assets. I leverage data analysis, process optimization, and stakeholder engagement to deliver measurable savings and sustainability outcomes while strengthening supplier performance and risk mitigation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Capex Inventory Management Officer
Airtel Africa Plc
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Manage CAPEX inventory and delivery planning for strategic network projects across 14 Airtel affiliate countries, drove $15M obsolete-material disposal with $8M revenue and led initiatives achieving $3M cost savings through supplier negotiations.
Supply Chain Coordinator
Airtel Africa Plc
Feb 2019 - Jun 2022 (3 years 4 months)
Led RFQ/RFP and strategic sourcing for network projects (4G/5G) across multiple regions, identified BOQ discrepancies saving $1M annually, and managed disposal of excess materials valued at $500K with compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Master of Science, Procurement & Logistics
Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
UNUniversity of Nairobi
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) from the University of Nairobi.
KKKenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K), Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) qualification awarded through KASNEB.
UAUnited Nations Global Compact Academy
Professional Certification, Sustainability
Completed Greenhouse Gas Emission Accounting and Net Zero Standard training programs at the United Nations Global Compact Academy.
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