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Edwin Mugo

Edwin Mugo

Procurement Officer

Highest degree :

Bachelors

Field of study :

Procurement and Logistics Management

Location :

Nairobi, Kenya

Citizenships :

Kenyan

Experience :

10 Year(s)

Countries :

Kenya

Gender :

Male

Sectors :

NGO, Private Enterprises

Agribusiness

Education

I am a seasoned Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist with over 10 years’ experience in NGO, public, manufacturing, and export sectors. Skilled in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, logistics coordination, and contract administration, I deliver efficient and compliant procurement systems that maximize value for money. Currently serving as Procurement and Inventory Officer at Afriavo Orchards, I have successfully reduced supplier lead times and achieved measurable cost savings through policy optimization. I have previously contributed to organizations such as Access Afya and Springboard Capital. I hold a BSc in Procurement and Logistics Management and am a KISM member, passionate about transparent, sustainable supply chains.

Experience

Procurement and Inventory

Nairobi, Kenya

AFRIAVO ORCHARDS

June 2024

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Present

Oversee end-to-end procurement and inventory operations, ensuring continuous supply of packaging and production materials. Utilize Heximas to monitor stock movements, improving accuracy and reducing reconciliation time. Develop and implement procurement and dispatch SOPs that enhance efficiency and transparency. Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and consistent quality performance. Collaborate with finance to ensure value-for-money purchasing and drive cost-saving initiatives.

Trainer / Lecturer

Kiambu, Kenya

KIAMBU NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC

January 2024

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June 2024

Delivered specialized training in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, aligned with the national curriculum. Designed schemes of work, lesson plans, and instructional materials to enhance student engagement and comprehension. Assessed and graded examinations and assignments, maintaining consistent academic standards. Supervised students’ research projects and practical assignments, ensuring applied learning and industry relevance. Contributed to curriculum development and continuous improvement of teaching methodologies within the department.

Procurement Officer

Nairobi, Kenya

SPRINGBOARD CAPITAL

November 2022

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December 2023

Led procurement operations to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. Introduced user awareness sessions on procurement procedures, improving compliance with internal standards by 15%. Applied targeted sourcing strategies that reduced supplier lead times by 10%, ensuring faster delivery of critical supplies. Expanded the supplier base and strengthened due diligence processes, maintaining a zero major compliance breach record. Negotiated long-term supplier agreements that delivered 5–8% cost savings while supporting organizational sustainability. Enhanced procurement planning accuracy through demand forecasting, ensuring 85% of user requirements were met on time.

Procurement Manager

Nairobi,Kenya

ACCESS AFYA

June 2018

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November 2022

Established and led the procurement department from inception, developing policies and systems aligned with organizational growth. Designed and implemented streamlined procurement processes, reducing lead time to two weeks and improving accountability. Expanded and managed a supplier database of 50+ vendors, enhancing competition and value for money. Negotiated supplier contracts that delivered significant cost savings and long-term operational sustainability. Developed and enforced a transport policy that optimized fleet use, saving KES 1.8M in the first year. Oversaw daily revenue reconciliations, eliminating quarterly fraud incidents and strengthening internal controls. Promoted compliance, transparency, and efficiency across procurement and logistics operations.

Procurement and Inventory officer

Nairobi, Kenya

VINESPRING GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL

April 2016

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May 2018

Supported day-to-day procurement operations in line with institutional and public procurement regulations. Evaluated supplier quotations and participated in tender analysis to ensure fair and transparent contract awards. Maintained accurate procurement and inventory records, enhancing traceability and accountability. Monitored supplier performance to ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Contributed to procurement process automation, improving transaction speed and information flow. Helped reduce hidden procurement costs by ensuring supplier compliance and consistent quality of goods and services.

Education

Procurement and Logistics Management

Nairobi, Kenya

KCA UNIVERSITY

January 2016

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November 2018

Graduated with Second Class Upper Division Gained in-depth knowledge of supply chain strategy, contract management, logistics operations, and procurement systems.

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

Nairobi, Kenya

Aquinas High School

January 2010

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November 2012

Languages
English
Speak
Excellent
Read
Excellent
Write
Excellent
Skills

Microsoft 365 Administration (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive)

Negotiation and conflict resolution

Sourcing

Logistics Management

Report and document preparation

Management Skills

Experience with financing agencies

Logistics

Supply chain Procurement