Rambo John Panja
Arusha,Arusha
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management. Respectful Procurement Specialist with understanding of supply and demand and discerning eye for inventory level evaluation. Bilingual go-getter experienced in coordinating with vendors regarding logistics. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Procurement position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Officer I
Tanzania Rural And Urban Roads Agency (TARURA)
2017.10 - Current
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for successful negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship building.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish procurement guidelines and policies, driving compliance across organization.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand planning techniques and forecasting models.
- Negotiate approximately 30 contracts per year with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services
- Enhanced procurement efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Developed procurement strategies to support organizational goals and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Championed sustainable procurement initiatives that promoted environmental stewardship and responsible sourcing practices within organization
- Established performance metrics for suppliers, leading to continuous improvement in product quality and service delivery.
- Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand planning techniques and forecasting models.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, resulting in substantial cost savings.
- Negotiated approximately 10 contracts per year with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
Procurement and Supplies Officer
Arusha City Council
2015.11 - 2017.10
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Negotiated approximately 17 contracts per year with vendors optimally, securing best deals for organization while maintaining excellent working relationships.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand planning techniques and forecasting models.
Education
Associate of Science - Certified Supply Chain Management Professional
World Academy For Research And Development [WARD]
Dhaka,Bangladesh, Affiliate Of Cambridge Academy03.2024
Associate of Science - CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement And Supply
Chartered Institute of Procurement And Supply
UK07.2024
Associate of Science - Certified Procurement And Supply Professional
Procurement And Supplies Professionals Board
Dodoma, Tanzania06.2023
Master of Science - Project Planning And Management
Institute of Accountancy of Arusha
Arusha12.2022
Bachelor of Procurement And Supplies Management - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management
College of Business Education (CBE)
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania07.2014
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Writing and verbal communication
- Cost Analysis
- Global Procurement
- Materials purchasing
- Demand forecasting
- Price Negotiation
- Supplier management
- Supply chain planning
- Purchasing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Project Planning
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with my fellow procurement experts in the development of road works project in Arusha Region worthy 50 Billions for year 2021, 2022 and 2023
- Supervised team of six (6) staff members.
- Advertising and inviting proposals and Tenders.
- Issuing solicitation documents and receiving tenders submitted
- Preparing the Local Purchase Orders (LPO) electronically.
- Receiving and issuing materials from the Stores
- Assisting the Evaluation team in carrying out the evaluation of tenders and preparation of the evaluation reports for submission to the Regional Tender Board
- Verifying the invoices and processing them to the finance department for the suppliers' payments
- Contract Management and administration.
Certification
- A certified Procurement Professional by the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB
- A certified supply Chain Management Professional by World Academy of Research and Development.
- A student member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply with the achievement of successful completion of Ethical Procurement and Supply 2023.
Reading books, playing football and singing
I like reading the professional books, inspirational and religious books. I also compose both social and religious songs
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Procurement Officer I
Tanzania Rural And Urban Roads Agency (TARURA)
2017.10 - Current
Procurement and Supplies Officer
Arusha City Council
2015.11 - 2017.10
Associate of Science - Certified Supply Chain Management Professional
World Academy For Research And Development [WARD]
Associate of Science - CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement And Supply
Chartered Institute of Procurement And Supply
Associate of Science - Certified Procurement And Supply Professional
Procurement And Supplies Professionals Board
Master of Science - Project Planning And Management
Institute of Accountancy of Arusha
Bachelor of Procurement And Supplies Management - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management
College of Business Education (CBE)
- A certified Procurement Professional by the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB
- A certified supply Chain Management Professional by World Academy of Research and Development.
- A student member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply with the achievement of successful completion of Ethical Procurement and Supply 2023.
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