Motivated professional eager to embrace new challenges. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and adaptability, excelling in dynamic environments. Proven ability to work independently and as a team to rapidly acquire new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
MARINA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
BAKAU
06.2022 - Current
Assessed current processes for effectiveness, and pinpointed opportunities for enhancement.
Sustained up-to-date database of approved suppliers and associated contact information.
Generated periodic procurement reports for senior management review.
Facilitated resolution of procurement-related queries for internal stakeholders.
Managed supplier relationships through prompt inquiry responses and issue resolution.
Processed supplier payments accurately within established timelines.
Conducted market research to identify potential suppliers and gather competitive bids.
Evaluated vendor products and services based on price, quality, and reliability.
Monitored supplier performance metrics, including delivery times and pricing levels.
Identified opportunities to enhance efficiency in procure-to-pay processes.
Coordinated with other departments in order to resolve discrepancies between orders placed and deliveries received.
Reviewed invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
Developed and implemented procurement policies, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Ensured that all purchases were made in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Cultivated productive relationships with suppliers and maintained open communication.
Procurement intern
Medica Research Council Gambia
Bakau
03.2022 - 06.2022
Reviewed documents such as invoices and delivery notes whether they are in order and if all relevant signatures are intact.
Check whether purchase orders are approved or not.
When all documents are reviewed and are in order, I take them to logistics for next step to get done by them.
I was also in charge of filing.
Education
ADVANCE CETIFICATE IN CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY - Procurement
Management Development Institute
Kanifing
Skills
Supplier management and vendor evaluation
Market research and cost analysis
Procurement policies and contract negotiation
Effective communication
Attention to detail
Supplier relationship management
Procurement planning
Materials management
Order processing
Supplier liaison
Performance monitoring
Languages
English
First Language
Fula
Advanced (C1)
C1
Wolof
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Mandinka
Elementary (A2)
A2
Affiliations
I am a sportswoman, and I like indulging in sports activities like football, athletics, etc
Certification
I achieved my level 2 and 3 certificate in CIPS with all passes in each's first sitting
Accomplishments
There was a time, I was mentioned in the school newsletter for my great work, as an admiring staff. Which I am grateful as my bosses recognised my effort.
Timeline
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
MARINA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2022 - Current
Procurement intern
Medica Research Council Gambia
03.2022 - 06.2022
ADVANCE CETIFICATE IN CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY - Procurement