Lewis Chikuse
@lewischikuse
Procurement professional skilled in source-to-pay, inventory management, and supplier relations.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented procurement professional with one year of hands-on experience in procurement, purchasing, and inventory management. I have supported source-to-pay processes and driven initiatives such as Just-In-Time and Vendor Managed Inventory.
I have conducted supplier market research, managed day-to-day operational purchases, performed supplier site visits, and evaluated quotations to recommend suitable suppliers. I ensure timely delivery and invoice processing to avoid contract disputes and maintain uninterrupted supply.
My background includes practical experience as a Procurement Officer intern and current customer-facing work that includes stock counts and point-of-sale operations. I am currently studying toward a Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply with CIPS.
I bring strong organisational skills, negotiation and contract management experience, emotional intelligence, and clear communication to help organisations optimise procurement processes and control costs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Waiter
The Terrace (Copper Collection Pvt Ltd)
Dec 2023 - Present (2 years)
Welcomed and attended to guests, managed bookings and point-of-sale transactions, and carried out stock counts to support front-of-house and inventory operations.
Procurement Officer
Reichtum Industries Pvt Ltd
Feb 2021 - Apr 2022 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted supplier market research, managed day-to-day purchases and deliveries, and ensured timely invoice payments to avoid contract disputes while maintaining supplier relationships and quality compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply, Procurement and Supply
2022 -
Grade: 60
Activities and societies: Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Currently studying final Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply (started Nov 2022) as part of CIPS qualifications pathway.
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