Zekarias Abreham

Experience

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  Dashen Bank S.C.

  Mar 2009 - Feb 2013

  Local Purchaser

  1. Manage all local purchase2. Prepare bid docs necessary for yearly consumption3. Prepare contract agreements for all bulk purchases4. Effect payments to all supplier whose documents are clear and deliveries met against orders5. Keeping records and files with their respective places6. Manage source of supply

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  Addis Pharmaceuticals Factory S.C

  Apr 2013 - Apr 2017

  Senior foreign purchaser

  As sr. foreign purchaser some my activities that i have performed are as follows 1. Communicating banks to secure forex for the company2. Prepare necessary docs which are vital for the import process3. Getting necessary import approvals for items which require approval from government regulatory bodies the like of FMACA4. Contact shipping lines for shipping and vessel related informations5. Giving any kind respones for foreign suppilers6. Manage any type of correspondence with all suppliers Show less

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  Ambassador Garment And Trade P.L.C

  Jan 2017 - Jun 2018

  Head, Market Research & Promotion division

  as division head my responsibilities were1. Content selection for promotion2. Closing deals with multiple advertising companies in connection with market research and promotion3. Provide trainings to shop supervisors4. Prepare timely reports for top managers and board members5. Analyze promotional art works against the brand manual6. Paying visit to shops for their apperance and remodeling if needed

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  Hilton Addis Ababa

  Nov 2018 - Jun 2020

  Procurement Coordinator

  Responsible for the following major activities1. managing clearing agents to deliver in a timely manner aftercoordinating with the warehouse team of the hotel.2. resolving all issues with different organs of the country in connection with import.3. supplying Hilton Addis with all necessary imported materials (food and non food items)4. communicate vertically and horizontally with all members of the hotel5. organize all shipping documents which are vital for clearance 6. negotiate price and other terms with suppliers and closing deals.7. perform calculations and present gains and savings we made after deals are happend 8. manage all kinds of correspondences 9. prepare all kinds of reports concerning my department10. prepare contract agreements11. Maintain well organized supplier list12. Manage JIT deliveries for the hotel Show less

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  Nib InternationalBank

  Jul 2020 - Jan 2022

  Senior Procurement Officer

  • Reviewed and prioritized complex purchasing requests, ensuring timely processing.• Assisted in drafting tender documents including Invitations to Bids and Requests for Proposals.• Compiled data from bids, evaluated supplier proposals, and recommended award decisions.• Finalized purchase orders and assisted in submission to the Contracts Committee.• Researched and analyzed market trends to identify potential suppliers and products.• Performed additional duties as assigned by the supply chain director and procurement division head. Show less

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  Tsehay Bank

  Feb 2022 - now

  Principal procurement management professional

  • Lead procurement projects across various categories including IT equipment, office supplies, and construction materials.• Prepares/oversees the preparation and distributes invitations to tender and manages bid evaluations.• Monitored procurement requests, coordinated shipments, and ensured timely receipt of goods.• Conducted market research, and supplier evaluations, and renegotiated contracts for cost efficiency.• Maintained procurement databases and tracked contractual agreements to ensure compliance.• Provided procurement supervision and guidance to junior staff and requisitioning units. Show less