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Christian Shema

Kigali-Rwanda

Summary

Dynamic Senior Procurement Officer with extensive experience at Construck Ltd, possessing both mechanical skills and expertise in procurement, specializing in vendor management and contract negotiation. Demonstrated ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement effective procurement strategies. Proficient in SAP Ariba and adept at building strong supplier relationships to ensure compliance and optimal pricing.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Procurement Officer

Construck ltd
03.2021 - Current
  • Monitored vendor performance, resolving issues as needed in a timely manner.
  • Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
  • Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities such as orders placed, costs, delivery dates, invoices received.
  • Analyzed existing contracts to determine best value options while meeting organizational needs.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to procurement processes.
  • Identified cost savings opportunities by evaluating alternative suppliers or products.

Automotive Technician

Horizon construction
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
  • Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
  • Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
  • Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.

Technical Purchaser

Horizon construction
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Verified receipt of items by comparing items ordered to items received.
  • Purchasing spare parts for vehicles.
  • Updated and maintained purchasing records and reports.
  • Implemented purchasing strategies to cut costs and improve efficiency.
  • Resolved disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers.
  • Managed the procurement process from requisition to delivery.

Senior Inspection Officer

Horizon construction
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Identified acceptable components and rejected defective products.
  • Provided technical guidance to personnel on inspection-related matters, such as quality control, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
  • Developed comprehensive reports summarizing inspection results for management review.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.

Assistant Workshop Manager

Horizon construction
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Evaluated team and shop activities to uncover issues and develop improvement plans.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders.
  • Drafted detailed reports regarding the condition of equipment, parts and materials used in repairs or replacements.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Monitored, inspected and evaluated the performance of mechanical systems.

Education

Bachelor of Business Management (supplies And Procurement Management Option) - Procurement And Logistics

Mount Kenya University
Kigali Rwanda
08-2018

Certificate of Automotive Electricity. - Automotive Engineering

IPRC South
Sourthern Province- Rwanda
01-2014

MBA - Procurement And Logistics

Mount Kigali University
Kigali Rwanda

Skills

  • Vendor management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Cost analysis
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Procurement strategy
  • Supply chain management
  • Strategic sourcing and negotiation
  • SAP Ariba
  • SAP Business One
  • Microsoft
  • SIS-ET for Caterpillar

Certification

1. Technician for the World by Caterpillar

Languages

English
First Language
French
Elementary (A2)
A2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Horizon construction
03.2025 - 03.2025

Senior Procurement Officer

Construck ltd
03.2021 - Current

Technical Purchaser

Horizon construction
02.2020 - 03.2021

Senior Inspection Officer

Horizon construction
01.2018 - 01.2020

Assistant Workshop Manager

Horizon construction
01.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Business Management (supplies And Procurement Management Option) - Procurement And Logistics

Mount Kenya University

Certificate of Automotive Electricity. - Automotive Engineering

IPRC South

MBA - Procurement And Logistics

Mount Kigali University

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