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Education
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Certification
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Henson S. King

Henson S. King

Monrovia

Summary

I am an accomplished, mid-level procurement and supply chain professional with over 15 years of progressive experience within the United Nations system, particularly UNICEF. My career has been shaped by leading procurement operations in both emergency and development contexts across Africa and globally with vast experience in contracting and contract management. I hold a BSc in Supply Chain & Logistics, a Level 7 Diploma (progressing toward a master’s) in Supply Chain & Procurement, and multiple certifications in international procurement and contracting (On-line & in -person) from Denmark, Lebanon, Senegal, and the EU. I bring on board a strategic and hands-on approach to contracting and contract management, with a strong track record in delivering value-for-money solutions in humanitarian, transitional, and developmental operations. My contributions have directly supported UNICEF’s mission—advancing access to education, reducing maternal and child mortality, and strengthening healthcare systems for vulnerable communities in Liberia and beyond. Known for my adaptability, cross-cultural fluency, and collaborative spirit, I am ready to bring this expertise to the African Union. I am deeply committed to supporting regional integration, sustainable development, and institutional excellence through efficient, transparent, and impactful procurement systems.

Procurement professional with solid history in supply chain management and purchasing. Known for optimizing procurement operations and fostering collaborative relationships with vendors. Consistently delivers results through effective negotiation and strategic sourcing. Adept at adapting to changing demands and working cohesively within team.

Experienced with contract negotiations, supplier management, and inventory control. Utilizes strategic sourcing techniques to ensure cost-effective procurement solutions. Track record of enhancing supply chain efficiency and maintaining strong vendor partnerships.

Reliable [Desired Position] with background in procurement. Demonstrated ability to streamline purchasing processes and build strong vendor relationships. Proven success in negotiating favorable contracts and managing inventory efficiently. Skilled in cost reduction and strategic sourcing.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
25
25
Certification

Work History

Procurement Associate

UNICEF Liberia
01.2011 - Current
  • Company Overview: https://www.unicef.org | https://www.facebook.com/unicef
  • Nov. - Feb. 2022: International working mission to provide professional & technical support to UNICEF Turkey
  • Conducts local and international procurement of goods, services, and construction works to meet programme needs, ensuring compliance with organizational procedures.
  • Prepares and processes solicitations (LITB, LRFP, LRFQ) using VISION (SAP System), including drafting and advertising bid documents on local and international platforms.
  • Analyzes Terms of Reference (TOR) and requisitions to initiate appropriate procurement actions.
  • Manages contractor engagement, including responding to bidder queries, facilitating stakeholder discussions, organizing pre-bid meetings, and coordinating public bid openings.
  • Performs comprehensive bid analysis, tabulation, and prepares detailed Award Recommendation Documents (ARD) on procurement processes followed.
  • Issues & manages a variety of institutional and corporate contracts/Purchase Orders, including those for projects such as construction, WASH, Consultancy services, catering, security, as well as Long-Term Agreements through SAP/VISION Software Systems, ensuring accurate and timely procurement of goods & services and contract monitoring.
  • Participates in end-user monitoring
  • Achievements (if any)
  • In 2024, UNICEF Liberia issued a total of 80 corporate contracts valued at USD $2.1M through the Liberia procurement section.
  • For goods order monitoring 2024:
  • Shipment orders - 712
  • Deliveries (completed/arrived in country) -686
  • GIT-17
  • Ready for shipment-9
  • The above reflect in part, the collective achievement of my procurement team in Monrovia with me as Procurement Associate with responsibility for Contracts.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for potential cost reductions and process improvements within the procurement department.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts with suppliers and streamlining procurement processes.
  • Conducted market research to stay informed about industry trends, using data-driven insights to inform future procurement decisions.

Warehouse/Logistic Officer

FanMilk Liberia Ltd.
01.2009 - 05.2011
  • Company Overview: Coast Guard Base, Bong Mines Bridge, Bushrod Island, 1000 Monrovia, Liberia Email: sealandia@hotmail.com; Phone +2348022003016 (Home)
  • Managed end-to-end processing of inbound supplies, ensuring accurate receipt and handling of goods.
  • Oversaw strategic storage, stacking, and palletizing practices, aligned with safety standards and optimal space utilization.
  • Conducted regular stock inventories and facilitated seamless external audit processes.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and coordinated data input into automated inventory management systems.
  • Monitored product quality, identifying damage or deterioration, and managed expiry-sensitive items using FEFO and FIFO methods.
  • Performed daily temperature monitoring to ensure proper storage conditions and compliance.
  • Coordinated delivery readiness based on authorized requisitions, ensuring timely and accurate dispatches.
  • Maintained an organized, hygienic warehouse environment, including regular fumigation and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed and documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for facility operations and personnel functions.
  • Achievements
  • Supported the company's business objectives through effective Warehouse & Inventory management

Supply Logistician

Médecins Sans Frontières -Holland
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Company Overview: Former Manager's Address: Manager: Chuma Situmbeko Email: csitumbeko@yahoo.co Phone: +260 963090192 (Mobile) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chuma.situmbeko.9
  • Task Summary
  • Support to Expat Logistic Coordinator: Assist with procurement and logistical operations, ensuring timely and efficient supply chain management.
  • Medical Stockkeeping: Oversee medical inventory, including tracking, storage, and compliance with temperature-sensitive storage regulations.
  • Port Clearance: Manage and facilitate the handling and clearance of goods (collies) at the port of entry.
  • Supply Chain Continuity: Identify and recommend corrective actions to prevent supply disruptions and maintain smooth logistical operations.
  • Administrative Tasks: Maintain documentation (both digital and physical), review records, and manage correspondence.
  • Supply Monitoring: Monitor supply performance, enforce drug storage standards (especially for cold chain items), and conduct inventory reconciliation and reporting
  • Achievements
  • Provided technical support to MSF-H's Mission

Education

EQF Level 7 Diploma - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Metropolitan School of Business & Management, UK
01.2022

BSc - Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Atlantic International University (AIU)
Honolulu, Hi
01.2020

Skills

  • With over a decade's expertise in procurement and logistics, primarily in international organizations like UNICEF, I am highly skilled in executing end-to-end procurement processes in alignment with policy and regulatory standards—critical for supporting the Africa CDC’s mission My academic background, including ongoing Master’s level studies in SCM complements my in-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, supplier engagement, contract management, and compliance monitoring
  • In my role at UNICEF Liberia, I've managed both local and international procurement, from drafting solicitations to overseeing complex tendering procedures (LITB, LRFP, LRFQ) using the VISION (SAP) system I have hands-on experience in contract negotiation, supplier performance monitoring, and ensuring procurement transparency My role involved close collaboration with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, which has equipped me to contribute effectively to the Africa CDC’s procurement activities, especially in public health emergency response scenarios Additionally, my proficiency in supplier prequalification, bid evaluation, and market analysis would further enhance the efficiency and compliance of your procurement strategies
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Global procurement

Certification

  • Procurement Case Management (PCM) - UNICEF/AGORA - https://agora.unicef.org/?autologin=unicef - 2023
  • Diploma EU Public procurement - ALISON - https://alison.com/ - AC-408-1187727 - 2012
  • CONTRACT MANAGEMENT: BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS IN BUSINESS - FUTURE LEARN - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON AND IACCM - futurelearn.com/proof-of-learning/certificate-of-achievement - 2018
  • Contracts Management for Construction Projects - Beirut - UNICEF/AGORA - https://agora.unicef.org/course/view.php?id=23093 - 2019
  • Course: Contract Management: Building Relationship in Business - UNICEF/AGORA - https://agora.unicef.org/course/view.php?id=12575 - 2018
  • Kofi Annan Young Diplomats for Conflict Prevention - Kofi Annan Institute for Conflict Transformation (KAICT) - University of Liberia - kofiananinstitute@ul.edu.lr - https://kofiananinstitutetlr.org/ - +231 77 627 7932 | +231 88 617 1990 - 2019

Working Languages

Arabic
English - Proficient - Proficient - Proficient
French
Kiswahili
Portuguese
Spanish

References

Julie Phuna, Kuti, Human Resources Specialist, UNICEF Liberia, jphunakuti@unicef.org, +231770267230, UNICEF Liberia

Accomplishments

  • Procurement Process Optimization: ability to improve bid efficiency by leveraging advanced systems leading to faster turnaround times for procurement activities.
  • Impact: Reduced procurement cycle times, improving service delivery to beneficiaries and minimizing operational delays.
  • Cost Savings through Supplier Negotiation:
  • Impact: Contributed to the efficient use of donor funds and optimized budget allocations in various humanitarian and development projects.
  • Supplier Relationship Management:
  • Impact: Enhanced collaboration with suppliers, ensuring long-term, reliable partnerships and improved service delivery.

Certificates

OTHM Level 7 Diploma : Logistics &   Supply Chain Management

Project Management Foundations :   Procurement - UNICEF/Agora
Certificate : Kofi Annan Institute   for conflict transformation (KAICT) : University of Liberia Certificate - Building A Better Response   - Humanitarian Leadership Academy At Harvard Certificate - Management Essentials -   Humanitarian Leadership Academy Certificate : Vision Supply Chain -   Institutional Services Certificate : BSAFE - UNICEF Certificate : UN Procurement   Harmonization - UNICEF/AGORA Certificate : UN Human Rights &   Responsibility - United Nations Certificate : Basic & Advance   Security in the Field - UNICEF Certificate : Prevention of Sexual   Harassment & Abuse - UNICEF Certificate : Prevention of Sexual   Exploitation & Abuse (PSEA) - UNICEF Certificate : Ethics & Integrity -   UNICEF Certificate : Appreciations, Ebola   Response - UNICEF Certificate : Introduction to Procurement - UNICEF   Supply Division, Copenhagen - Denmark Certificate : Critical Perspectives on   Management - IE Business School, Online Diploma : Operations Management - ALISON   Advance Learning System, Online Certificate:   VISION Supply Procurement Stream, UNICEF Liberia Certificate:   VISION Supply Warehouse Management Stream, UNICEF Certificate:   Negotiation & Conflict Management, United States Institute for Peace   Study Certificate:   Humanitarian Logistics Certificate:   Orientation to IPSAS, UNICEF - Certificate no. 221000001982HK011111 Web   Design & Development: HTML, Micro Media Dreamweaver 8.0, Micro media   Flash 8.0, GoL Certificate:   Radio Training (VHF/HF), Voice Procedure, Fault Analysis, HF/VHF Radio   Security Certificate:   Logistix 7 Stock & Supply management software training, MSF-H Certificate:   Computer Training, United Nations Missions In Liberia (UNMIL) Certificate:   Warehouse Stock & Supply Administration, G-Tech, Ho, Volta Region, Ghana Certificate:   Computer Training, Mercy Corps / USAID Certificate:   Peer Mediation, Christian Health Association of Liberia (CHAL) Excellent   skills in VISION (SAP) Supply Stream applications 15   years of excellent computer skills & in-depth knowledge of MS software   applications

Certificate : Basic & Advance   Security in the Field - UNICEF Certificate : Prevention of Sexual   Harassment & Abuse - UNICEF Certificate : Prevention of Sexual   Exploitation & Abuse (PSEA) - UNICEF Certificate : Ethics & Integrity -   UNICEF Certificate : Appreciations, Ebola   Response - UNICEF Certificate : Introduction to Procurement - UNICEF   Supply Division, Copenhagen - Denmark Certificate : Critical Perspectives on   Management - IE Business School, Online Diploma : Operations Management - ALISON   Advance Learning System, Online Certificate:   VISION Supply Procurement Stream, UNICEF Liberia Certificate:   VISION Supply Warehouse Management Stream, UNICEF Certificate:   Negotiation & Conflict Management, United States Institute for Peace   Study Certificate:   Humanitarian Logistics Certificate:   Orientation to IPSAS, UNICEF - Certificate no. 221000001982HK011111 Web   Design & Development: HTML, Micro Media Dreamweaver 8.0, Micro media   Flash 8.0, GoL Certificate:   Radio Training (VHF/HF), Voice Procedure, Fault Analysis, HF/VHF Radio   Security Certificate:   Logistix 7 Stock & Supply management software training, MSF-H Certificate:   Computer Training, United Nations Missions In Liberia (UNMIL) Certificate:   Warehouse Stock & Supply Administration, G-Tech, Ho, Volta Region, Ghana Certificate:   Computer Training, Mercy Corps / USAID Certificate:   Peer Mediation, Christian Health Association of Liberia (CHAL) Excellent   skills in VISION (SAP) Supply Stream applications

Timeline

Procurement Associate

UNICEF Liberia
01.2011 - Current

Warehouse/Logistic Officer

FanMilk Liberia Ltd.
01.2009 - 05.2011

Supply Logistician

Médecins Sans Frontières -Holland
01.2005 - 01.2006

BSc - Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

Atlantic International University (AIU)

EQF Level 7 Diploma - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Metropolitan School of Business & Management, UK

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