Experience

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  Aabet hospital affilate of st. paulo’s millenieum medical collage

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2016

  Information technology officer

  Serve as an intern at St. Paul Hospital, fulfilling the role of an Assistant Biomedical Engineer, providing support and assistance to the team in medical device installation and maintenanceCollaborated closely with the biomedical engineering team, participating in the installation of various medical devices and ensuring their proper functioningContributed to the configuration and integration of the PACS and RIS software with the imaging devices, enabling seamless data managementCollaborated with the hospital staff to provide training and support on the usage of the PACS and RIS software, facilitating efficient workflow and enhancing patient careActively engaged in professional development opportunities, learning from experienced biomedical engineers and gaining insights into the healthcare technology fieldSuccessfully completed the internship at St. Paul Hospital, acquiring practical experience in biomedical engineering, medical device installation, and software deployment within a healthcare environment Show less

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  Ge healthcare

  Jul 2016 - Jul 2021

  As a Regulatory Affairs specialist, I reported directly to the Regulatory Affairs Director for Africa, providing expertise and support in regulatory complianceOversaw the registration of a range of medical devices, from low-end to high-end products, in accordance with the applicable regulations of each countryHeld the responsibility for managing the product registration process for medical devices, ensuring compliance with country-specific regulatory requirementsCollaborated with Product Regulatory Affairs teams to manage license expiration requirements for countries, establishing comprehensive plans and delivering required documentation in a timely mannerWorked closely with cross-functional teams in Africa, contributing to project planning and conducting impact assessment reports to ensure regulatory compliance and minimize any potential risksDeveloped strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including PRA (Product regulatory affairs), marketing, and legal teams, to facilitate effective collaboration and streamline regulatory processesPrepared and submitted regulatory filings, such as product registrations, variations, and renewals, in accordance with local regulation and guidelinesProvided guidance and support during regulatory agency interactions, including responding to inquiries, addressing requests for additional information, and participating in meetings or hearingsGE volunteer Lead for Ethiopia played a pivotal role in coordinating and contributing to donation projects during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemicCollaborated closely with organizations and partners involved in donation initiatives, ensuring effective coordination, logistics, and communication throughout the process. Show less Served as an intern in the EID (Early Identification and Development) internship program, reporting to the Life Care Solutions Sales Leader for East AfricaProvided support to both the Regulatory Affairs (RA) department and the local sales teamPlayed a key role in capturing and analyzing market data, with a particular focus on Life Care Solutions (LCS) products, within a fixed term timeline of three monthCollaborated with the local sales team to understand market trends, customer preferences, and competitive landscape, contributing to the development of effective sales strategies Show less

  • Regulatory Affairs Specialist

    Jul 2016 - Jul 2021

  • Healthcare EID intern

    Jul 2016 - Oct 2016
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  Unilever

  Jul 2021 - now

  Assistant procurement manager-nutrition and home care category lead at unilever

  Ensured 100% contract compliance, supplier sourcing, and quality compliance.Actively engaged in the procurement forecast cycle for the full year, working closely with the global procurement team to ensure accurate and comprehensive forecasting for each cycle.Negotiated the best deals for pricing and supply contracts, ensuring cost savings and favorable terms.Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and long-term partnershipsLed the supplier capability program, successfully onboarding new potential suppliers into the Unilever onboarding toolDeveloped and implemented a competitive buying methodology across various categories within the organization, ensuring optimal procurement practices and maximizing cost savings. Show less