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Kipngetich Cosmas

@kipngetichcosmas

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Experienced procurement leader driving cost savings, supplier performance, and supply‑chain improvements.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a managerial procurement role where I can lead supplier strategy, implement continuous improvements, reduce costs, and drive efficient supply‑chain operations.

I am an accomplished procurement professional with over five years of hands‑on experience executing and managing complex procurement operations across hospitality and transport sectors. I specialize in supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement policy development to ensure compliance and quality.

In prior roles I led procurement functions at hospitality and corporate organizations where I implemented inventory systems, conducted spend analysis, and delivered measurable cost savings — including sourcing a supplier that reduced costs by 25%.

I build and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate favorable terms, manage procurement budgets, and develop asset and disposal procedures while mitigating supply‑chain risks through contingency planning. I also collaborate closely with finance on budgeting and forecasting to align procurement with financial objectives.

I am seeking a managerial procurement role where I can apply strategic thinking, continuous improvement practices, and strong stakeholder influence to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support organizational growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Head of Procurement

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Aleph Group of Hospitality

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, control procurement budgets and implement cost-saving strategies while ensuring quality and compliance across hotel purchases.

Supplier Management Contract Negotiation Cost Management Asset Management Quality Assurance Risk Management Compliance Inventory Management

Head of Procurement

Kenya Railways Golf Club

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Led procurement operations including spend analysis, supplier identification and negotiation, budget management and policy implementation to optimize costs and ensure material availability.

Spend Management Budget Management Risk Mitigation Procurement Supplier Management

Supply Chain Officer

Panini Corner Ltd

Nov 2020 - Oct 2021 (11 months)

Maintained stock accuracy, improved stores procedures and vendor negotiations, conducted regular stock takes and reconciliations to streamline inventory flow for a hotel and restaurant.

Inventory Management Logistics Coordination Reporting Process Improvement

Logistics Clerk

Lori Systems Ltd

Aug 2019 - Oct 2020 (1 year 2 months)

Coordinated driver dispatches and deliveries, liaised with vendors and clearing agents, managed trucking schedules and produced monthly fleet performance reports to ensure on-time shipments.

Dispatch Coordination Cargo Integrity Operations Support