Experience:
Manager – Resto-Bar (Entrepreneurship)
Bujumbura | Jan 2018 – Dec 2023
Full management of a 50-seat establishment, including staff, inventory, and finances.
Weekly procurement of food, beverages, and supplies, with supplier negotiation.
Cash flow management: daily revenue tracking, payments, and monthly financial reports.
Recruitment, training, and supervision of 8 employees (waiters, cooks, cashiers).
Oversaw quality control, hygiene compliance (HACCP), and customer satisfaction (average rating: 4.7/5).
Procurement & Logistics Officer – NeoLife Distributors Burundi
Bujumbura | Jul 2023 – Apr 2025
Managed procurement operations and supplier payments while ensuring cost efficiency.
Analyzed purchasing trends and optimized inventory levels to reduce costs by 12%.
Prepared purchase orders, monitored deliveries, and evaluated supplier performance.
Maintained accurate records of procurement transactions and developed reports for management.
Collaborated with finance and logistics teams to ensure smooth operational flows.
Industrial Electrician – Eagle Mineral Water Company
Makamba | Jan 2020 – Jan 2021
Assisted in technical maintenance and ensured coordination with the logistics department.
Supported procurement of spare parts and equipment for maintenance operations.
Founder & Coordinator – Centre UMURINZI (Development Initiative)
Bujumbura / Makakwe | Since 2025
Oversaw project procurement, vendor communication, and budget tracking.
Managed contracts and resource allocation for community development projects.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management – Université des Grands Lacs, Burundi (2019–2022)
A2 Diploma in Industrial Electricity – Lycée Technique du Sud, Kiremba (2015–2018)
Skills:
Results-driven procurement professional with solid experience in supply chain coordination, procurement planning, and vendor management. Skilled in analyzing purchasing data, optimizing supplier performance, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Adept at working across finance and logistics departments to ensure compliance, efficiency, and value for money.
Procurement process management
Vendor assessment and supplier relations
Contract negotiation and purchase order management
Spend and market analysis
Procurement planning and forecasting
Data interpretation and reporting
Financial and analytical skills
Attention to detail and problem-solving
MS Excel and procurement software proficiency
Additionally:
Sustainable procurement, business analytics, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
