Hi, I’m
Esther Jack
Procurement Specialist
Port Harcourt
Summary
A highly organized and detail-oriented procurement specialist with over 6 years of experience in planning, directing, and coordinating the purchasing activities different organizations. Skilled in supplier management, contract negotiations and cost saving initiatives. Proven tract record of successfully streamlining procurement processes, resulting in cost efficiency and improved operations. Excellent communicator and negotiator, with the ability to successfully build relationships with vendors and other key stakeholders. seeking to leverage expertise in a new role with a forward-thinking company.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education
5
Certifications
Work History
AUT ENERGY RESOURCES LIMITEDPort Harcourt
Procurement Specialist
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Reviewed requests for proposals (RFPs)
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Performed risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
- Reviewed contract specifications on behalf of the company.
- Communicated with vendors to ensure that procured products arrive on time.
- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports.
- Ensured adherence to all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
- Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.
- Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- Reduced production downtime by overseeing quality control and assembly.
- Kept abreast of changing industry trends
Encapsulate Nigeria LimitedPort Harcourt
Business Development Officer
06.2018 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Strategized with sales team to prospect and qualify potential clients within assigned industries.
- Delivered campaigns to solidify new client opportunities and generated new businesses.
- Generated new businesses with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing departments to support client acquisition.
- Devised successful strategies for winning a bids.
- Worked with key members of the project team and client organizations to obtain information required to compile bids.
- Assessed and addressed technical and commercial risks relating to the bids.
- Negotiated with specialist suppliers and/or subcontractors
- Researched current and future market trends.
- Responded to clients’ and other stakeholders’ queries before, during and after the bid has been submitted.
- Organized contract kick-off meetings
Silk Oil and Gas Engineering LimitedPort Harcourt
Procurement Officer
01.2017 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
- Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Performed complex data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and forecast future demands.
Education
Rivers State University of Science And Technology Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Master of Arts from Communication And Development Studies
09.2018 - 03.2022
Chartered Institute of Purchasing And Supply MGT.Port Harcourt
Professional Diploma from Supply Chain Management
11.2020 - 12.2021
Chartered Institute of Project ManagementPort Harcourt, Nigeria
Professional Diploma from Project Management
03.2017 - 09.2017
University of Port HarcourtPort Harcourt, Nigeria
Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics And Communication Studies
09.2011 - 02.2016
Skills
Supply chain planning
Effective communication
Proficiency in SAP ERP
Vendor relationship management
Excellent Organizational Skills
Ability to management multiple projects simultaneously
Sound contract management skills
Price negotiation
Price dispute resolution
Purchase order creation
Dependable and Responsible
MS Office
Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply CIPS UK (in view)
Timeline
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply CIPS UK (in view)
06-2025
Procurement Specialist
AUT ENERGY RESOURCES LIMITED
08.2022 - Current
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria CIPSN
12-2021
Chartered Institute of Purchasing And Supply MGT.
Professional Diploma from Supply Chain Management
11.2020 - 12.2021
Rivers State University of Science And Technology
Master of Arts from Communication And Development Studies
09.2018 - 03.2022
Business Development Officer
Encapsulate Nigeria Limited
06.2018 - 08.2022
ISO 9001:2015 QMS -Bureau Veritas
05-2017
Certificate in Quality Assurance, Quality Control - Prime Safety
04-2017
Chartered Institute of Project Management
Professional Diploma from Project Management
03.2017 - 09.2017
Certificate in Health Safety and Environment (HSE 1,2,3 ) - Prime Safety
03-2017
Procurement Officer
Silk Oil and Gas Engineering Limited
01.2017 - 05.2018
University of Port Harcourt
Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics And Communication Studies
09.2011 - 02.2016