Chikengi Gary
Summary
Proven Procurement Officer with a track record of fostering robust supplier relationships and executing cost-effective purchasing strategies, notably at Saxine Zambia. Expert in e-procurement systems and adept at document preparation, I have consistently achieved significant cost savings through strategic supplier negotiations and market research.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Officer
Saxine Zambia
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication, timely payments, and transparent dealings.
- Monitored market trends closely to identify potential shifts in pricing or availability that could affect procurement decisions.
- Achieved cost savings by conducting thorough market research before initiating the purchasing process.
Procurement Officer
Sinozam Friendship Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication, timely payments, and transparent dealings.
- Reduced costs with meticulous supplier negotiation and strict adherence to budget constraints.
- Prepared accurate purchase orders using relevant software applications, ensuring clear communication of requirements to suppliers.
- also managed to procure equipments and other medical supplies for the hospital
Education
Diploma - Purchasing And Supply
Zambia Institute of Business Studies And Industria
KitweSkills
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchasing strategy
- E-procurement systems
- Document preparation
Timeline
Procurement Officer
Saxine Zambia
01.2025 - Current
Procurement Officer
Sinozam Friendship Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2024
Diploma - Purchasing And Supply
Zambia Institute of Business Studies And Industria
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