Reason Dembetembe

Administration and Supply Chain Professional

(Procurement, Warehousing, Logistics and Administration)

** ********* ****, ****** ****, Bulawayo

+263-***-***-***/+263-***-***-*** acww9t@r.postjobfree.com

Personal Details Date of birth 04 October 1980

Sex Male

Marital status Married +2

ID number 15-125669T-15

Driver`s Licence Class 4 (30 April 2005)

Languages English, Shona, Ndebele and Lingala.

1.0 SUMMARY

A result driven, hardworking Administration, Procurement and Warehousing professional, with a track record of significantly reducing costs and also improving a company’s processes and corporate administrative programs. Solid planning and organisational skills from inception to full implementation. Having a proven ability to ensure that a company enjoys a competitive edge when compared to their competitors by securing the best quality, price and terms from suppliers. Always delivering results against strategic objectives, whilst working within the organization’s core values and beliefs. Seeks constant improvement and fosters an environment that promotes maximum production, team builder who shares and discusses information. A team player and resourceful person with sound communication skills and an ability to relate well at all levels, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines. Takes work pressure as a challenge and respects constructive criticism.

2.0 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Warehouse Officer – Population Services International Jan 2012 – Date

Bulawayo Warehouse Population Services International, Zimbabwe

Reporting to: Warehouse Supervisor

I work in a warehouse with medical and non-medical goods for sites such as New Start Centers, family planning and Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision for Matabeleland region.

Instrumental in the use of First to Expire First Out (FEFO) issuing procedure.

Facilitated the creation of space in the warehouse and in the stock yard.

Maintaining strategic stock levels in the warehouse at all times, that is, analysing consumption of stocks and making adjustments of maintenance level.

Conducting stock & spot checks (random and planned).

Increased the safety and security systems by facilitating the Reverse Parking Procedure.

Ensuring all stock status related and operational reports are conveyed to the Supervisor timely.

Ensuring that all stock movement records are up to date, filed properly and safe from deterioration and harm.

Conducting Performance and Learning evaluations for relevant Warehouse personnel

Handling all staff grievances, disputes and problems accordingly as well as reporting exemplary behaviour.

Ensuring that all security systems are in place and functional i.e. alarm systems, mechanical structures and security guards.

Ensure high housekeeping standards are maintained at the site.

Ensure safety and health issues are upheld and well-articulated at the site.

Timely reporting of any anomalies noted during the execution of duties

Shall be fully responsible for the Warehouse and Administrative operations in the absence of the Warehouse supervisor.

Acted in the capacity of the Warehouse supervisor

Stores Controller - Innscor Holdings Feb 2010 – Dec 2011

Chicken Inn -Fast foods

Bakers Inn -Bread and Confectionary

Pizza Inn -Pizza

Creamy Inn -Ice Creams

In charge of the warehouse with goods and commodities worth about $800 000 with more than 50 Branches in Bulawayo, Gweru and Kwekwe

Effectively Planned and scheduled the movement of stock and purchases

Checked on warehouse and stores stock sheets and generic reports.

Ensured that all stock movement records are up to date, filed properly and safe from deterioration and harm.

Adhered to S.O.Ps and systems

Produced Daily, Weekly, Monthly and ad hoc reports.

Upheld high quality of raw materials and service within specified budgets.

Initiated and participated in management meetings such as QMS, TQM etc

Carried out stock take, reconciliations, variances investigations and closures.

Participated in formulation and control of warehouse budgets

Supervision of the warehouse personnel.

Increased the security and safety systems in the warehouse by initiating the use of protective clothing in and around the warehouse.

Procurement Officer - Directorate of Procurement Jan 2007-June 2009

Zimbabwe National Army Army HQ, Harare

Reporting to: Procurement Deputy Director

I provided leadership for the purchasing department and motivated staff to achieve maximum performance and efficiency. I made sure that the purchasing department worked within all of the organization’s Operational Procedures

Developed distribution models to determine and validate business strategies.

Evaluated, monitored and communicated to supplier's performance on deliveries, material or service rejection

Completed information request sheets such as volumes forecasts for buying contracts, buying form for material forecasts through the buying form to the finance team, provided explanations to price variances

Facilitated supplier review meetings, quality audits and safety evaluations and visits

Generated and provided reports on supplier spends quarterly, risks on CCFOT (Customer Case Fill on Time) arise from supplier risks to the regional compatibilities team monthly

Supported early Procurement involvement in category innovation and supply chain projects within Business Unit of responsibility

Created and forwarded request for quotations (RFQs) to suppliers

Senior Procurement Clerk - Directorate of Procurement Jan 2006-Dec 2006

Zimbabwe National Army - Army HQ, Harare

Reporting to: Procurement Officer

I was responsible for working closely with the selected suppliers and managing the company’s procurement activities. I also provided leadership for the purchasing department and motivated staff to achieve maximum performance and efficiency. I made sure that the purchasing department worked within all of the organization’s Operational Procedures

Implemented the Buying Procedure and Ways of Working

Maintained supplier relationships by resolving supplier issues such as supplier payment overdue, responds to queries and requisitions for samples and information

Evaluated, monitored and communicated to supplier's performance on deliveries, material or service rejection

Completed information request sheets such as volumes forecasts for buying contracts, buying form for material forecasts through the buying form to the finance team, provided explanations to price variances

Facilitated supplier review meetings, quality audits and safety evaluations and visits

Generates and provides reports on supplier spends quarterly, risks on CCFOT (Customer Case Fill on Time) arise from supplier risks to the regional compatibilities team monthly

Supported early Procurement involvement in category innovation and supply chain projects within Business Unit of responsibility

Created and forwarded request for quotations (RFQs) to suppliers.

Visited suppliers premises for the purpose of evaluation

Evaluated and rated suppliers..

Reviewed tenders and bids.

Monitored delivery times and ensured they were on time.

Ensured the adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment.

Managed the procurement supplier relationships for the company.

Helped sourcing of alternative items for buyers and customers.

Prepared high quality tender documentation.

Regularly contacted suppliers to renegotiate prices.

Kept all supplier programs current and accurate.

Delegated tasks to junior staff.

Promoted best practice across the company.

Involved in writing up contracts and the terms of sales.

Assistant Buyer (Internship) - Bulawayo Polytechnic April 2006 – Aug 2006

Main Administration Block -Bulawayo Polytechnic College

Reporting to: The Buyer

Reduced costs by negotiating for a price reduction of up to 15%.

Negotiated short term contracts (spot contracts) and Followed up orders (expediting orders)

Evaluated suppliers and selected the reliable supplier.

Negotiated the best prices and conductive buying conditions.

Made inquiries and sourced suppliers in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

Ensured that stock levels are maintained at all levels by placing orders when there was a need.

Made import inquiries and liaised with clearing agents for goods clearance.

Made sure suppliers were paid in timeously

Stores Clerk (Internship) - Bulawayo Polytechnic Jan 2006 – March 2006

Main Administration Block -Bulawayo Polytechnic College

Reporting to: Stores Controller

Was instrumental in the creation of space in the warehouse and in the stock yard

Raised requisitions and placed orders when need arise.

Received and issued stocks and filed stores documents.

Coded stocks and organized storage in logical order

Protected stocks from damage, deterioration, pilferage and other risks

Controlled the movements of stocks

Conducted stock take and stock check (planned and unplanned).

Analyzed consumption of stocks and made adjustments of maintenance level.

Compiled weekly and monthly reports on high value items.

Receiving and Input Clerk (Internship) - Redstar Holdings Sept 2006 – Dec 2006

Redstar Holdings -Renkini, Bulawayo

Reporting to: Manager

Received and issued stocks.

Costed the received orders.

Advised the manager of any replenishment necessity.

Analyzed consumption trend of goods.

Assisted in the creation of codes and code words.

Checked prices of goods for customers and operated the till (cashier)

Inspected the goods before receipt and made sure no damaged goods would be received.

Zimbabwe National Army 1999-2009

-HQ 1 Brigade 1 Signals Squadron 1999-2003 -Radio Operator, Message Centre Operator, Switchboard Operator & all other Military duties

GENERAL DUTIES

I have done other duties listed hereunder.

Performed military duties including participation in the Democratic Republic of Congo war

Chaired the Departmental meetings

Preparation of meeting reports

Switchboard operation

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA) 2012

National University of Science and Technology (NUST)

Degree Class Merit

GPA 3.2

Dissertation Topic:

An evaluation of the effectiveness of stock control system(s) at the Grain Marketing Board (GMB), Bulawayo Depot.

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDM) 2011)

National University of Science and Technology (NUST)

Diploma Class Pass

Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management (HEXCO) 2008

Bulawayo Polytechnic College

Foundation Certificate in Accountants Part 1 (2006)

Southern Africa association of accountants (SAAA) Formerly ZAAT

General Certificate of Education (GCE) at Ordinary Level, 7 Subjects

Kanyemba Secondary School 1998

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Population Services International University- Certificates in:

Becoming a Manager/Coach

Storage of Health Commodities

Supply Chain Management

Quantification of Health Commodities

Strategic Vision and Activity Management

Harvard- Leading and Motivating

Harvard- Time management

Project Planning

Project Management Certification (PMD Pro) Module 1

Personal Safety and Security Awareness

Using the Data verse Network: How to Archive your Research Output

Working with the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria: A Primer

Writing Minutes

PSI Ethics Training

Operator Radio and Line Class 3 (ORL3)- School of Signals (2000)

Awards and Recognition

10 year Medal -Zimbabwe National Army

Participation Medal - Democratic Republic of Congo

Prefect at Kanyemba Secondary School 1997

Senior Prefect at Kanyemba Secondary School 1998

Head of Career Guidance Committee 1998

References

Gabriel Maruwa (Warehouse Manager)

Population Services International Zim, Harare Main Warehouse

35 Shepperton Rd

Graniteside, Harare

e-mail: acww9t@r.postjobfree.com

Cell: +263-***-***-***

Mr. S Chiduza (HR Officer)

Innscor Head Office (Bulawayo)

Cnr Fort St/ 11th Ave (Opp TM Hyper)

e-mail: acww9t@r.postjobfree.com

Tel: +263 9 60925

Cell: +263-***-***-***

Miss E Manyanda (Buyer)

Bulawayo Polytechnic

Main administration Block

e-mail: acww9t@r.postjobfree.com

Tel: +263-*-******/2/3 Ext 208

Cell: +263-***-***-***

WO2 Muchenga (Chief Clerk)

Directorate of Procurement

P Bag 7720 Causeway, Harare Tel: +263-*-******

Cell: +263-***-***-***

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