Best CV Sample For Procurement Jobs In Kenya

Looking for a Procurement job, here is the best CV sample for procurement jobs in Kenya.

If you have spent time looking for procurement jobs and not getting any interviews you probably need to have a look at your CV. When it comes to getting interviews the quality of your CV matters most.

Just like in any other profession you need to customize your procurement CV for the jobs you are applying for, says Melody Mwendwa a CV writing professional at Corporate Staffing Services.

“Make sure that right from your professional profile the recruiter can tell that you are in the procurement industry, and this you do by highlighting your experience, skills and the expertise you have in the procurement industry.”Adds Ms. Mwendwa

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What are some of the things that should be included on a Procurement CV

1. Contact Information

Just like in a general CV, a procurement CV should include your official names and your contact information; this includes an operational phone number and your official email address.

2. Personal Profile

“This is the section that seeks to answer the ‘tell me about yourself’ question only that this time it’s in writing.” Says Ms Mwendwa.

Job seekers always go wrong with this section by including unnecessary information like where they have schooled and what courses they pursued. Remember you only have four full sentences to come up with your personal profile so stick to your skills, experience and the expertise you have in the Procurement industry.

3. CV Sample For Procurement Jobs -Education Section

Your training in the procurement industry is also crucial for you to get a job so make sure that you include all relevant educational training in your CV. At this juncture it’s good to note that your primary school education is not relevant so you can leave it out.

4. Key skills and competences

Just like the personal profile, in the Key skills section you should be able to highlight your major skills and competencies in the Procurement industry. Remember to keep them short and precise and make use of bullets as opposed to prose formatting.

5. Work experience section

This is what I commonly refer to as the heart of the CV.

The experience section plays a vital role on your CV; it provides the recruiter with information on what you are currently doing as well as your previous experience. Remember to include titles, dates and the organizations you have worked with.

6. Referees

This is the last section on your CV. Referees should provide the recruiter with information regarding your previous work experience. Their details should include their official names, their positions, the companies they worked for and their contact details which include an official email and a phone number.

Here is the best CV Sample For Procurement Jobs in Kenya

Peter James
P.O. Box 10000, Nairobi
Tel: 0700 000 00
Email:peterjames@gmail.com

Professional Profile

Results-oriented, highly productive procurement management professional with demonstrated ability to significantly reduce procurement costs by standardizing processes, negotiating favorable terms and streamlining supplier channels. I have a proven ability to ensure that a company enjoys a competitive edge when compared to their competitors by securing the best quality, price and terms from suppliers. My goal is to get a position where I can exercise my experience in purchasing and supply chain management within a company that strives toward business growth.

Education and Professional Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics, 2009-2011
• Graduate Diploma, Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) 2006-2007
• Foundation Level, Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), 2005-2006
• Master of Business Administration, 2004-2005
• Bachelor of Commerce (Business Administration Option), 1987-1990

Key Professional Skills:

• Expertise in establishing effective operating policies, lean initiatives and processes
• Comprehensive understanding & experience of purchasing strategies and inventory management
• Proven ability in achieving cost saving targets
• Extensive knowledge of purchase order systems and related software
• Excellent knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures as designated by the procurement office
• Excellent knowledge of supplies and materials utilized in office, technical, or maintenance operations

Professional Experience

Deputy Procurement Manager;
XYZ company, February 2010-Date;
Duties and Responsibilities:

• In-charge of Supply Chain Management at the company
• Implementing the company’s  procurement policies and procedures in line with the PPDA, 2005 and PPDR, 2006
• Ensuring adequate management of Stores, Fleet and Assets
• Implementing Tender/Procurement Committees’ resolutions and ensuring follow up of the same
• Preparing and administering the company’s / SWA annual procurement plans

Senior Procurement Officer;
ABC Limited, October 2008-February 2010:
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advised Departments on Procurement and Disposal Issues
• Acted as the company’s /SWA Resource person (Trainer) on Supply Chain Management
• Developed and facilitated training for employees in purchasing policies, procedures and computer system.
• Formulated, obtained, and maintained policies and procedures for authorization

Procurement Officer;
MNOP Company, July 2007-October 2008;
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implemented Tender/Procurement Committees’ resolutions
• Carried out market Research/Survey
• Raised, evaluated, analyzing and administering requests for quotations
• Developed procurement plans and strategies
• Assisted in pre-qualification activities of the potential bidders

Referees

Please feel free to contact the under mentioned concerning my competence, work ethic and performance.

Job Simon
XYZ company
Tel: 0700 000 000
Email:jobsimon@gmail.com

Susan Jane
Supply Chain Manager
ABC Limited
Tel: 0700 000 000
Email:susanjane@gmail.com

John Peter
Strategic Manager
MNOP Company
Tel: 0700 000 000
Email:johnpeter@gmail.com

In conclusion, Ms Mwendwa say that, it’s good to note that other sections can be added on the CV to accommodate other things that may be necessary on the CV. If for example you are a registered member for the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply or the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management that is vital information that you can add on the CV.

Looking to have you CV look like the above given CV Sample For Procurement Jobs in Kenya? Well, contact Melody at cvwriting@corporatestaffing.co.ke

The writer is a Communications Officer at Corporate Staffing Services, a leading Recruitment firm that offers CV Writing, Job Placement & Career Advice. Contact us at www.corporatestaffing.co.ke Email: florence@corporatestaffing.co.ke