Kaleab Shimels

Procurement Officer

• Job Details:Processing RFQ and price analysis, assisted in price negotiations, and worked closely with logistics and planning teams to track delivery schedules for both import and local materials. Provided key support for the Unilever localization program by leading packaging localization projects, working closely with local suppliers and internal teams. Supported and followed up with local suppliers so that they complete registration on vendor onboarding process and to ensure they met Unilever’s supplier qualification requirements. Managed supplier onboarding and relationships, ensuring compliance with company standards for packaging localization projects. Contributed to achieving 70% supplier localization, reducing reliance on foreign exchange (forex) and enhancing cost efficiency. Prepared data-driven reports and presentations using Microsoft tools like Excel, Power BI, and MS PowerPoint to communicate procurement insights for daily workflows and strategic decision-making by leveraging my data analytics and graphic design skills. Requested proforma invoices, assisting on negotiating, price forecasting, managing suppliers and following up the delivery of materials. Following up on the issuance of purchase orders (PO) together with the planning team. Managed procurement databases and utilized tools to monitor and track supply chain activities.

Logistics Management Intern

• Job Details:Provided support to logistics team as needed. Conducted research on company logistics performance and suggested improvements. Learned about the process and the documents needed in logistical activities. Learned about how the practical value-added logistics service is handled.