Arinola Okuneye

I am a resourceful, motivated, self driven Procurement specialist with over 6 years experience. I have the knowledge of Negotiation, Analytical and problem-solving skills with good communication skills with a friendly personality. I have good Organizational and multi-tasking skills. Detailed-oriented and a good listener and good teamwork spirit.

I worked as a Buyer with Plexxus Corporation for 9 months. As a Buyer I interfaced with stakeholders, Suppliers, Receiving dept, Accounts payable and other Customers. I converted purchase requisitions to purchase order within a day. Expedited delayed orders by telephone/Email. Communicated and resolved issues with both Customers and Suppliers about their orders. Provided weekly and month reports. Sourced for alternate suppliers where there are issues with assigned material Suppliers.

As a procurement specialist in the Oil and Gas (Shell Nigeria Exploration and production Company, I adopted sourcing strategies (Competitive tendering, Single sourcing, Low value agreements). Converted purchase requisitions to purchase orders, Bid evaluation, determined award requirements based on existing agreements to the lowest bidder. Negotiated price for cost savings. Forged strong relationships with customers and suppliers for improved performance. Expedited orders to avoid late delivery. Sourced for alternate suppliers where there are issues with assigned suppliers for non performance. Did close-out reports.

Certified supply chain professional (CSCP)--In view

Awareness bridging Supply Chain program, Humber college---2022.