Obadiah Esimit
@obadiahesimit
Procurement, logistics, and administration professional driving cost-efficient supply chain operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven procurement, logistics, and administration professional with over five years of progressive experience across NGO and private-sector settings.
I have led end-to-end procurement processes, supplier sourcing and contract negotiation, and managed warehouse and fleet operations while ensuring compliance with donor and institutional policies.
My work has focused on improving efficiency, reducing costs, strengthening service delivery, and supporting financial reporting and audit preparedness; I also have experience supervising support staff and acting in finance roles when required.
I combine strong analytical, organizational, and leadership capabilities with practical IT proficiency (MS Office, Excel, SAP) and a commitment to professional integrity and compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Procurement and Administration Officer
PAIR
May 2025 - Present (5 months)
Coordinate procurement and administrative functions ensuring compliance with PAIR and donor policies; lead supplier sourcing and contracting to improve cost efficiency and manage inventory and office operations.
Logistics Officer
Welthungerhilfe
Feb 2024 - Apr 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Managed procurement, warehouse operations and transport logistics in line with WHH and donor procedures, negotiated supplier contracts and ensured accurate procurement documentation and delivery tracking.
Procurement & Logistics Officer
Peace Winds Japan
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Led end-to-end procurement including RFQs/RFPs and tender evaluations, maintained procurement trackers and compliance records, and coordinated logistics and financial reporting for audits.
Project Assistant
Peace Winds Japan
May 2021 - Dec 2021 (7 months)
Supported community mobilization and training for locust control and livelihood recovery, coordinated procurement and distribution of agricultural inputs and liaised with local authorities for project delivery.
Intern
Uwezo Fund
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)
Assisted loan application processing, data entry and documentation verification, supported loan recovery initiatives and maintained financial records.
Operations Officer
Optica Limited
Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)
Managed client orders and operations across multiple branches using SAP, coordinated product dispatch, inventory control and customer service support.
Assistant Procurement Officer
Meridian Equator Hospital
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Prepared LPOs and GRNs, managed supplier negotiations and goods dispatch coordination, and supported payroll processing and procurement documentation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenya Institute of Management
Diploma, Purchasing and Supply Management
2016 - 2018
Completed a Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management with coursework covering procurement, supplier management, and supply chain operations.
Daystar University
Bachelor of Commerce, Business Administration & Management
2013 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration & Management focusing on business administration and management principles.
Daystar University
Pre-University Programme, Pre-University Programme
2013 - 2013
Completed the Pre-University Programme at Daystar University to prepare for undergraduate studies.
Olkejuado High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education
2009 - 2012
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with general secondary education coursework.
Erai Academy
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), Primary Education
2001 - 2008
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) at Erai Academy.
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