Erastus Kimani
About Erastus Kimani
Erastus Kimani is a Procurement Buyer with extensive experience in supply chain management and financial accounting. He has worked for several companies in Kenya, including American Tower and Eaton Towers, and holds a Master's degree in Tax & Customs.
Work at American Tower
Erastus Kimani has been employed at American Tower as a Procurement Buyer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing procurement processes and ensuring efficient supply chain management. His expertise in data-driven planning and forecasting contributes to the company's operational efficiency. He has been instrumental in implementing strategies that align with the organization's procurement goals.
Education and Expertise
Erastus Kimani holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting from Kenyatta University, which he completed from 2009 to 2013. He also achieved a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) designation from the Summit Institute of Professional Studies between 2010 and 2013. Additionally, he earned a Master's degree in Tax & Customs from the Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) from 2019 to 2021. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and procurement.
Background
Before joining American Tower, Erastus Kimani gained valuable experience in various roles within the finance and procurement sectors. He worked as an Accounts Payable Accountant at Dhanush InfoTech for four months in 2013. He then served as a Finance Administrator at Kenya Towers Limited from 2013 to 2015, followed by a position as a Financial and Procurement Accountant at Eaton Towers from 2015 to 2016. He later advanced to the role of Supply Chain Manager at Eaton Towers, where he worked from 2016 to 2020.
Achievements
During his tenure at Eaton Towers, Erastus Kimani achieved significant milestones, including obtaining ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certifications for the procurement department. He accomplished this by restructuring purchasing processes and sourcing strategies. Additionally, he negotiated a 27% reduction in monthly passive maintenance fees, resulting in savings of U$480,000 for the company. His proficiency in statistical models and market intelligence has been key in leading demand planning initiatives.