Latifat Aileru

I am a Procurement and Category Management professional with over 6 years of experience in FMCG retail, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory control, and cost optimization. I have managed end-to-end procurement and category operations for multiple FMCG categories, taking responsibility for supplier sourcing and onboarding, contract negotiation, pricing reviews, vendor performance monitoring, and market research, in line with procurement best practices. I possess working-level data analysis skills, using Excel and ERP systems to support inventory tracking, demand planning, pricing reviews, and routine reporting. My approach is practical and execution-focused, relying on structured reports and market insights rather than advanced analytics. I have worked closely with operations, marketing, and store teams while managing assigned categories to ensure continuous product availability, policy compliance, and smooth execution in fast-paced retail environments. I hold a B.Sc. in Business Administration and a Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Customer Management, with ongoing professional development in Project Management. I am detail-oriented, commercially aware, and committed to continuous improvement. I am open to new opportunities and professional collaborations within Procurement, Category Management, Buying, and FMCG retail environments, where I can contribute through structured sourcing, supplier coordination, and effective category execution.