Rose Amayo (MCIPS)

Experience

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  Amiran Kenya Ltd

  Feb 2009 - Aug 2012

  Procurement and Logistics Co-ordinator

  𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬▪ Planned and scheduled delivery of goods/cargoes, overseeing day-to-day transport and distribution operations, including dispatching, routing, and tracking delivery vehicles.▪ Managed a team of drivers to ensure timely delivery of customer orders.▪ Strategized logistics flow optimization and warehousing, ensuring adequate inventories at correct specifications and agreed levels.▪ Managed warehousing, storage, shipping, and trucking to achieve optimal efficiency in receipt, storage, issue, and dispatch of all stock items.▪ Developed and negotiated contracts with suppliers, monitored, and reported on performance against contracts.▪ Ensured compliance with customs processes and statutory provisions governing procurement and disposal of goods and services.▪ Spearheaded strategic supplier relationships in clearing and forwarding, liaising with suppliers, retailers, and consumers to stay abreast of logistics and supply chain developments.▪ Controlled transportation and distribution costs by planning the quickest and least costly transportation.▪ Monitored and tracked the flow of goods into the warehouse, managing the distribution center to ensure accurate and prompt deliveries to internal and external customers. Show less

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  Barclays Africa Group Limited

  Sept 2012 - Mar 2016

  Sourcing Manager – Africa Hub

  𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬▪ Led commercial negotiations with suppliers in alignment with company category strategies and established framework agreements.▪ Collaborated with central and in-country legal teams to ensure the usage of correct legal terms and negotiation of suitable commercial terms, enhancing value and mitigating business risk.▪ Developed, issued, and managed eRFx processes as necessary to secure optimal sourcing solutions meeting business and commercial requirements.▪ Conducted thorough contract reviews and risk management activities to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.▪ Ensured comprehensive documentation of all sourcing activities within the Project and Contracts online system.▪ Adhered strictly to the Sourcing team's terms of engagement, turnaround times, and SLAs, promptly addressing any instances of non-compliance or potential risks.▪ Maintained accurate and complete records of sourcing projects, agreements, and payments within relevant databases or Procure-to-Pay (P2P) systems.▪ Utilized appropriate technologies for conducting supply market research, analysis, and evaluation. Show less

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  Safaricom PLC

  May 2016 - now

  𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬▪ Conduct thorough analyses of current spending patterns and cost structures to identify trends.▪ Identify key areas of inefficiency and uncover opportunities for significant cost reduction.▪ Develop and utilize advanced financial models to accurately forecast the cost impacts of potential changes.▪ Design and implement effective cost-saving strategies and innovative initiatives.▪ Collaborate closely with department heads to establish realistic cost reduction goals and actionable strategies.▪ Recommend and implement process enhancements to streamline operations and reduce costs.▪ Ensure that cost optimization efforts align with overall business objectives.▪ Prepare and present reports on cost optimization progress and outcomes to senior management.▪ Communicate recommendation and strategies effectively to stakeholders.▪ Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost management.▪ Lead cross-functional teams to execute cost-saving initiatives.▪ Foster a culture of cost awareness and continuous improvement within the organization. Show less 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬▪ Provided support in sourcing strategy development, supply base rationalization, and implementation.▪ Performed and supported contract analysis, risk evaluation, cost reduction, pricing analysis, and target price evaluation/negotiation.▪ Negotiate and facilitate the implementation of long-term agreements and partnerships.▪ Developed and fully implement long-term supply agreements for key strategic, high-value items and services for the company.▪ Ensured harmonization of prices for goods and services procured by the company from various suppliers at different times.▪ Developed and implementing cost reduction targets in collaboration with budget holders and suppliers.▪ Enforce supplier payment terms that are cost-favorable to the company.▪ Contributed to the development of the company's tendering policy, processes, and procedures by providing periodic reviews.▪ Led, developed, and motivated staff to ensure that objectives are met and exceeded in line with senior management and customer expectations regarding goal achievement and service delivery.▪ Managed sourcing processes, contract negotiations, and execution for all sourcing requirements in Safaricom, subsidiaries, and other functions.▪ Developed procurement strategies that incorporated sustainability principles, particularly the Special Interests Group and ESG reporting requirements.▪ Championed the onboarding of 10 women in technology businesses as part of the Safaricom WIB initiative.▪ Developed and fully implemented long-term supply agreements for key strategic, high-value items and services for the company.▪ Enforced supplier payment terms and other commercial terms that were cost-favorable to the company.▪ Performed and supported contract analysis, risk evaluation, cost reduction, pricing analysis, and target price evaluation/negotiation.Developed and implemented cost reduction targets in liaison with budget holders and suppliers. Show less 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬▪ Defined, implemented, and managed IT category sourcing strategies aligned with the overall business strategy.▪ Negotiated and closed sourcing agreements/contracts with IT suppliers in line with a total cost of ownership approach.▪ Managed contracted technology vendor relationships through a structured framework.▪ Identified and analyzed initiatives supporting the delivery of projected IT procurement savings jointly with user departments and suppliers.▪ Monitored the performance of IT suppliers and took corrective actions when necessary.▪ Drove compliance and supply-side risk management in technology through audits, process/procedure reengineering, and adherence to regulatory requirements.▪ Developed and maintained the IT category sourcing framework supporting procurement plans for the organization.▪ Provided business support and value delivery by fulfilling immediate IT business requirements. Show less

  • Procurement Cost Optimization Lead

    Sept 2024 - now

  • Senior Manager - Purchasing

    Jul 2022 - Aug 2024

  • Category Manager – IT

    May 2016 - Jun 2022