I’m a strategic supply chain and procurement professional based in Nairobi with 9+ years of experience improving sourcing value, streamlining operations, and strengthening supplier performance across East Africa and multi-country environments. I’ve led end-to-end procurement and logistics work—from RFx and contract lifecycle management to customs compliance and third-party logistics governance—using data-driven approaches to reduce costs and lead times. I enjoy partnering cross-functionally to make procurement and supply chain processes simpler, faster, and more resilient. In recent roles, I’ve delivered major improvements such as cutting customs clearance lead times significantly, optimizing payment terms to support working capital, and driving measurable cost savings through warehouse and logistics modernization, including digitization efforts supported by SAP/SAP Ariba.

EUNICE MUTHONI MUTHEE

I’m a strategic supply chain and procurement professional based in Nairobi with 9+ years of experience improving sourcing value, streamlining operations, and strengthening supplier performance across East Africa and multi-country environments. I’ve led end-to-end procurement and logistics work—from RFx and contract lifecycle management to customs compliance and third-party logistics governance—using data-driven approaches to reduce costs and lead times. I enjoy partnering cross-functionally to make procurement and supply chain processes simpler, faster, and more resilient. In recent roles, I’ve delivered major improvements such as cutting customs clearance lead times significantly, optimizing payment terms to support working capital, and driving measurable cost savings through warehouse and logistics modernization, including digitization efforts supported by SAP/SAP Ariba.

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I’m a strategic supply chain and procurement professional based in Nairobi with 9+ years of experience improving sourcing value, streamlining operations, and strengthening supplier performance across East Africa and multi-country environments. I’ve led end-to-end procurement and logistics work—from RFx and contract lifecycle management to customs compliance and third-party logistics governance—using data-driven approaches to reduce costs and lead times.

I enjoy partnering cross-functionally to make procurement and supply chain processes simpler, faster, and more resilient. In recent roles, I’ve delivered major improvements such as cutting customs clearance lead times significantly, optimizing payment terms to support working capital, and driving measurable cost savings through warehouse and logistics modernization, including digitization efforts supported by SAP/SAP Ariba.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner

Work Experience

Procurement Specialist at Bolt Operations OÜ
February 1, 2026 - Present
Lead strategic sourcing and RFx activities across African categories, managing end-to-end RFx processes, market analysis, and commercial negotiations to optimize costs and mitigate risks. Conduct spend analytics and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessments across African markets to identify savings opportunities and inform sourcing strategies. Oversee supplier relationships and contract lifecycle compliance across African countries with cross-functional stakeholders, driving improvements through digital sourcing tools. Regularized tail-spend relationships by formalizing contracts and renegotiating payment terms from upfront cash to 30–45 day credit to improve working capital and strengthen supplier governance.
Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist at BASF East Africa Ltd
July 1, 2018 - December 31, 2025
Improved customs clearance by reducing lead times by 75% (from 29 to 7 days), lowering demurrage and port storage costs while improving service delivery. Delivered 27% logistics cost savings by transitioning to a green-certified Special Economic Zone (SEZ) warehouse with energy-efficient systems and implemented EDI for enhanced inventory tracking and service levels. Led Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) initiatives that increased sales revenue by 200% and reduced air freight requests by shifting to sea freight, lowering emissions and cost. Championed digitization of shipment documentation to eliminate paper-based processes, improving traceability and efficiency. Managed a 3PL warehouse transition project, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery. Owned order-to-cash execution coordination across East Africa and the Indian Ocean, ensuring regulatory compliance (PVoC, HS codes, customs) and leading 3PL performance against SLAs. Tracked supply chain KPIs (DIV, OTIF, inventory turnover) an
Student Consultant, Master's Thesis at Tetra Pak
March 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Conducted in-depth market research on the Indian dairy industry. Produced insights that contributed to a published paper on the future of the dairy market and supported the marketing team’s strategic planning.
Customer Service Executive at TotalEnergies
May 1, 2017 - August 31, 2017
Provided high-quality customer service by managing order placement, coordinating deliveries, and resolving customer issues. Ensured compliance with service level agreements and maintained a 100% complaint closure rate. Implemented improvements to strengthen service quality, productivity, and profitability.
Procurement Graduate Trainee at TotalEnergies
May 1, 2015 - February 28, 2017
Supported strategic sourcing of local and international goods and services, including tender management, supplier negotiation, and purchase order processing using Ariba and SAP within budget and timelines. Coordinated with third-party logistics providers to ensure customs compliance and timely clearance aligned to service level agreements. Worked on supplier contract administration with the legal team, maintaining governance and timely documentation. Maintained vendor database administration, including supplier categorization, creation, amendments, and deactivation to improve sourcing efficiency. Audited procurement processes and recommended improvements to leadership, and conducted supplier assessments and safety audits to ensure compliance with company standards.
Allocation Assistant at Bolloré Africa Logistics
July 1, 2014 - May 31, 2015
Administered credit by allocating customer payments promptly and reconciling customer accounts to support efficient account management.

Education

Master of Science in International Strategic Management (Business Administration) at Lund University
August 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018
Bachelor of Commerce, Procurement & Supply Chain Management at University of Nairobi
October 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) at ACCA
January 1, 2012 - June 30, 2012
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Moi Girls High School
February 1, 2005 - November 30, 2008

Qualifications

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2026
Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) — Member
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional Services