Anthony Mbonye
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Kampala,08
Summary
I am a highly experienced and efficient Procurement Professional with over 10 years' background in procurement management; and intensive skills in organization, planning and successful supplier growth. I also have proven track of record in experience in handling various procedures while directing procurement operations. With proven practice in planning, documentation and coordination, I have strategically developed efficient business structures while enhancing innovative strategies for the procurement department. I am seeking to attain a senior and executive- level position in the procurement sector to utilize both my acquired skills and knowledge
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Materials Administrator
Mcdermott Uganda Ltd-Tilenga
Buliisa, Uganda
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated logistics for annual corporate events, ensuring seamless execution and high attendee satisfaction.
- Oversaw maintenance of office equipment, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Streamlined invoice processing, reducing average payment turnaround time.
- Facilitated communication between departments, ensuring smooth operation and timely completion of projects.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Reduced overhead costs through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Supervised warehouse staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure more favorable terms, resulting in cost savings for office expenses.
- Optimized supply chain logistics for office supplies, avoiding stockouts and excess inventory.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Supply Chain Coordinator
Sinipec International-Tilenga Oil & Gas Project
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw supply chain logistics and equipment worth over $ 3M.
- Reduced lead time for product deliveries through effective coordination with suppliers and vendors.
- Enhanced efficiency by streamlining supply chain processes and implementing new strategies.
- Scheduled production plans according to customer needs and supply availability.
- Improved inventory management by implementing a robust tracking system for accurate forecasting.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements, leading to increased efficiency in operations.
- Coordinated communication between internal departments and external partners, facilitating smooth execution of end-to-end supply chain activities.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products at competitive prices.
- Completed frequent inventory counts and resolved discrepancies.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization, consolidating stock and improving overall organization.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions in the supply chain due to unforeseen events or changes in demand patterns.
- Played a key role in successful supply chain projects by effectively managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
- Coached and mentored team members to develop their skills, resulting in improved individual performance and increased productivity within the department.
- Resolved issues through negotiations and led contract compliance and vendor performance reviews.
- Conducted regular audits of supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality standards and service agreements.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
Procurement Supervisor
Pernix Group Inc-Construction of US Embassy
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Standardized procurement procedures, leading to increased efficiency and improved compliance with internal policies.
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing and negotiation techniques.
- Collaborated closely with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely reporting of procurement-related expenditures.
- Conducted market research and analysis to identify new suppliers and drive competitive pricing negotiations.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by implementing an effective inventory control system that reduced stock discrepancies and storage costs.
- Improved inventory management with implementation of a centralized procurement system.
- Mentored junior staff in procurement best practices, fostering professional development and growth within the team.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
Procurement Officer
Pernix Group Inc-Construction of US Embassy
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Procurement &Logistics Management: Ensured that all actions were governed by the highest standards of ethics, personal and business conducted as in financial policies and the Procurement Manual
- Supplier Management: Proactively consulted with peer organizations and the private sector to identify new potential suppliers that can be added to updated Approved Preferred Supplier List, and whenever possible develop relationships and negotiate better prices and terms
- Relationship Building: Maintained continued working relationship with local suppliers, visited vendor facilities to ensure contract terms were respected whenever situation warrants
- Verification: Ensured eligibility verification of all new suppliers before adding them to the approved preferred supplier list (PSL) following Tender Committee Approvals
- Compliance: Kept abreast of any changes in governmental taxes (sales, VAT), duty fees and levies procedures
- Requisition: Reviewed all purchase requisitions and verified price target that all specifications and requirements are clear and that all corresponding authorizations have been obtained
- Cost Benefit Analysis: Ensured the PC analyzed all bids in a competitive manner and carefully
- Considering all costs and benefits including those not presented on bids explicitly Stock Controls: Monitored use and supply of kitchen and cleaning supplies; promptly replenishing stock
- Record Keeping: Maintained an approved preferred supplier list with updated information on pricing by goods and services and performance based on recent post-delivery evaluations or feedback
- Coordination: Coordinated with the administration or project staff personnel assigned to receive procured goods whenever there is a problem encountered with completing their established functions correctly
- Monitoring & Follow-Up: Followed up with finance team to ensure timely payments as per contracts and purchase orders
- Assisted in the preparation of agreements, memos and letters as needed
- Auditing: Responded to audit queries in a timely and professional manner when necessary
- Ensured vigilance against fraudulent activities in all procurement processes and kept up to date with latest guidance for fraud prevention
- Training: Provided support and training on procurement management to staff
- Prepared 5600 requests for quotations, received 4200 quotations from suppliers and analyzed the same to ensure value for money
- Prepared 3000 purchase orders (2850 local and 150 international) and have made keen follow-ups on all purchases to ensure timely delivery
- Guided the drafting of 344 procurement plans, maintained an assets registry, ensure safe delivery and storage of various items
- Maintained and updated a supplier database and conducted over 300 buyer customer negotiations
- I guided 10 departments come up with procurement plans
- Oversaw successful market surveys, ensured pre qualification of all suppliers, timely delivery of goods, proper stock and inventory management
- Maintained an up-to-date assets registry and supplier database, ensured suppliers were paid in 30 days, trained staff on procurement procedures and processes
Accounts Supervisor
Goodwill Ceramic Co (U) Ltd
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Improved cash flow management with timely billing and collections procedures.
- Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex accounting issues or challenges faced.
- Reduced outstanding receivables by diligently following up on past-due invoices.
- Managed vendor relationships professionally, negotiating favorable payment terms that benefited both parties involved while maintaining strong business partnerships.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, providing accurate forecasting of revenue and expenses for the upcoming year.
- Implemented internal controls to mitigate risks and safeguard company assets from potential fraud or errors.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing an efficient invoice management system.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations, preparing accurate filings of PAYE,NSST,VAT and WHT and submitting them on time.
- Tracked Vendors invoices and other company expenses with spreadsheets.
Administrator
Brookside Uganda Ltd-Manufacturing
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Procurement: Prepared requests for quotation, maintained accurate records of purchases and pricing
- Reviewed and analyzed all vendors/suppliers, supply and price options
- Meetings: Coordinated weekly Line Managers meetings and other meetings
- SAP: In Charge of day to day operational running SAP ERP in manufacturing covering production, maintenance and quality control
- Manpower:
- Manpower scheduling and keeping records of OT and Compensatory leave
- Equipment: Arranged preventive maintenance and break down for all factory equipment
- Record Keeping: Maintained records of purchases, pricing and other important data
- Prepared purchase orders ensuring that the products and supplies were of high quality
- Budget: Assisted the general manager to prepare and review monthly and annual departmental budgets
- Purchase & Contract Management: Negotiated pricing and supply contracts for better deals
- Prepared monthly purchase order reports and followed up with suppliers for timely delivery
Accounts Assistant
PVJ Fleet Ltd-Transport&Logistics
04.2008 - 04.2016
- Handled and prepared VAT, PAYE, LST, NSSF and WHT returns
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Payroll management and staff leave tracking
- Supported the accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
- Streamlined accounting system which improved accounting processes
- Procured workshop spares and office consumables both locally and abroad
- Liasing with clearing agents and shippers to have a smooth and timely release of goods in customs
- Posting vendors bills in quickbooks accounting system and invoice processing and filing
- Reconciled the bank statement with the cash book on monthly basis
- Updated and maintained the asset register
Education
PG Diploma - Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala 05.2015 - 05.2016
Project Management Foundation Procurement -
PMI
USA 08.2024 - 08.2024
Uganda Diploma -
Makerere, Business Institute
Kampala 07.2001 - 01.2005
Procurement Professional Certificate -
Council of Supply Chain Management Proffesionals
Lombard 08.2024 - 08.2024
Warehousing Operations Professional Certificate -
CSCMP
Lombard 07.2024 - 08.2024
Nebosh IGC-OHS -
Nebosh
UK 08.2014 - 03.2015
Skills
SAP ERP
Drivinglicense - Category
Class B
Timeline
Project Management Foundation Procurement -
PMI
08.2024 - 08.2024
Procurement Professional Certificate -
Council of Supply Chain Management Proffesionals
08.2024 - 08.2024
Warehousing Operations Professional Certificate -
CSCMP
07.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Materials Administrator
Mcdermott Uganda Ltd-Tilenga
06.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Coordinator
Sinipec International-Tilenga Oil & Gas Project
10.2022 - 05.2023
Procurement Supervisor
Pernix Group Inc-Construction of US Embassy
02.2021 - 10.2022
Procurement Officer
Pernix Group Inc-Construction of US Embassy
02.2019 - 01.2021
Accounts Supervisor
Goodwill Ceramic Co (U) Ltd
12.2017 - 01.2019
Administrator
Brookside Uganda Ltd-Manufacturing
05.2016 - 12.2017
PG Diploma - Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Uganda Management Institute
05.2015 - 05.2016
Nebosh IGC-OHS -
Nebosh
08.2014 - 03.2015
Accounts Assistant
PVJ Fleet Ltd-Transport&Logistics
04.2008 - 04.2016
Uganda Diploma -
Makerere, Business Institute
07.2001 - 01.2005
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