Procurement Engineer

LLOYD MUTASA

Address;

**** *******,

Harare,

Zimbabwe

Languages;

English, Shona

Contact Details;

+263-*********/ +263-*********

National I.D;

**-****** ***

Email Address;

****************@*****.***

LinkedIn Url;

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloy

d-mutasa-b99a83159

Date of birth; 09.09.97

Driver’s License; Class 4

Passport Number;

EN483706

OBJECTIVE As a Procurement Engineer, I am seeking a position in supply chain management or laboratory metallurgy, where I can use my varied technological, technical, finance and problem-solving expertise to help a company improve its operations. EXPERIENCE Procurement Officer (two firms), Joey’s Pizza [ https://www.joeys.co.zw or https://www.area46.co.zw ] & Fresh In A Box [ https://www.freshinabox,co.zw ] Harare, Zimbabwe, January 2020 – October 2020

Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs

Tracked orders and ensured timely delivery

Updated internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts) using SAP system.

Evaluated offers from vendors and negotiated better prices

Prepared cost analyses

Maintained updated records of invoices and contracts

Followed up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders

Liaised with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition

Received purchases and checked requests from throughout the facility, checked for accuracy, and forwarded to the procurement manager.

Received, inspected, and distributed merchandise to appropriate individuals; files damage claims with companies or vendors.

Prepared periodic reports related to purchasing, inventory control, and shipping and receiving within the local operation.

Conducted annual on-site inventory, prepared inventory listings to include the location and status of all equipment, vehicles and products.

Evaluated the quality and appropriateness of supplies and equipment; conducts cost/quality comparisons prior to submitting requests to procurement office.

Conferred with officials from all facility units to determine purchasing needs and specifications.

Obtained and updated information on open market and contract purchase prices.

Engineered a proper stores function – transformed the receiving of goods, recording, issuing and reporting, staying updated on the stock levels, and always on high alerts for emergencies which required quick reactions to procure.

Contracts management and negotiations, yielded discounts, acquired and established solid supplier relations.

Supplier sourcing and relationship management with all farmers and suppliers in order to be updated with what they had, and taking note of the availability of certain produces due to changes in seasons and always on high alert on changes in prices, due to the continuous fluctuations in the rates of the local currency against forex, in Zimbabwe.

Streamlined handling of merchandize in safe and secure storage facilities also pioneered stock monitoring and stock takes.

Enforced quality assurance and control.

Tracked inventories and maintained accurate purchase and pricing records. Procurement and Stores Administration Clerk Metallurgical Laboratory Technician, ZIMCN (Radnor Mine), November 2020 – September 2021

Maintain computerized records of experimental data and machinery and also operating a variety of specialized equipment including, XRF, AAS, GBC, UVs, Analytical Jena models, X-Ray machines, Spectrometers, Electrolytic Analyzers, Ph. meters and Centrifuges.

Preparing material and failure analysis reports.

Follow standard procedures to prepare, evaluate and analyze metals and materials. (Prepare and test samples to ascertain the purity and other attributes of mined metals.)

Chemically convert rocky ores into usable materials and perform microstructure analysis to determine and evaluation if grain size and microstructure requirements were met.

Prepare samples and equipment for analysis.

Collect and analyze data and create reports to document findings.

Raising requisitions to the stores for the chemicals, equipment or any materials required for execution of the laboratory work orders and let it signed by the Metallurgical Engineer then submit the bill of materials to the stores department.

Inspecting chemicals or equipment before they are received to see if they meet standards

(safety and quality) and perform quality tests, then prepare a material inspection note to be given to the stores personnel.

Supplier sourcing and evaluating prospective suppliers, market research, competitor analysis, product evaluations and testing, monitoring purchase orders and creating reports for the management team.

Soliciting competitive bids through requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations

(RFQs) and requests for information (RFIs)

Identifying slow or erratic demand stock codes, a comprehensive Pareto analysis tool to rank stock codes in one of five dimensions (sales value, cost of sales, gross profit, quantity or hits/transactions) at any of six levels (stock code at company level, warehouse, product class, supplier, planner or buyer).

Lot traceability and serial tracking functionality enabling products to be tracked through the receiving, inspection and stocking to the final dispatch stages, this lets us keep track of the products being received for compliance and quality assurance purposes.

Inventory Forecasting in order to create and maintain forecasts at the Stock Keeping Unit in a Location (SKU-Loc) level as it is a main factor of Material Requirements Planning

(MRP).

A holistic approach in inventory optimization to ensure there is the right balancing of inventory (basic, seasonal and safety stock) within the supply chain to achieve the desired customer service levels while minimizing total supply chain cost. Executive Assistant & Group Sales and Inventory Manager, Citibay Enterprises, December 2021 – December 2022

Acting as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients and other external partners

Managing information flow in a timely and accurate manner

Managing executives’ calendars and set up meetings

Overseeing local and regional sales, promotions and campaigns

Directing and coordinating all sales activities locally and regionally

Preparing sales budgets and projections and approving expenditures

Tracking and analyzing sales statistics based on key quantitative metrics

Handling and resolving customer complaints regarding a product or service

Setting discount rates and determining price schedules

Advising distributors and dealers on policies and Standard Operating Procedures

(SOPs)

Serving as the face of the organization to internal and external partners

Making data-informed decisions to drive performance and resource allocation

Developing and maintaining relationships with key clients

Setting sales quotas and goals

Overseeing and directing performance of the sales team

Identifying emerging markets to find new sales opportunities

Defining and executing territory sales plans

Design and implement an inventory tracking system to optimize inventory control procedures.

Examine the levels of supplies and raw material to determine shortages.

Document daily deliveries and shipments to update inventory.

Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.

Evaluate new inventory to ensure it’s ready for shipment.

Perform daily analysis to predict potential inventory problems.

Order new supplies to avoid inefficiencies or excessive surplus.

Analyze different suppliers to obtain the best cost-effective deals. Procurement Assistant, ProBottlers Private Limited, January 2023 – February 2024

Timely procurement and delivery of raw materials, packaging and spares.

Ensure delivery of procured items

Dealings with suppliers, manufacturers and vendors as regards quality raw materials, packaging and spares products used in the production and maintenance.

Any other related job.

Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnerships

Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms

Seek approval the before ordering of necessary goods and services

Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries.

Examine and test existing contracts.

Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.

Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company.

Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients.

Expect unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies.

Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements.

Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs. Procurement and Logistics Officer, Glenrise Investments - Zimplats, February 2024 – Ongoing

Projects

Telone Omni Centre Refurbishment - Finished

National Aids Council Mashonaland East Construction - Ongoing

Zimplats Projects – Ongoing

Ruwa – Equestrian Property Development and Construction

Chitsuwa – Pipeline Construction

Procurement:

Tendering

Project Management

Timely procurement and delivery of construction materials, consumables and spares.

Fleet Management

Contracts Management

Dealings with suppliers, manufacturers and vendors as regards quality materials and spare products used in the construction and mining

Taking off quantities, preparing detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and providing accurate pricing and estimation.

Engage in risk analysis during the tender stage, contribute to project cash flow planning, and conduct industry analyses (PESTLE, SWOT) for informed tender selection.

Payment application preparation, handling variations and change orders, managing cash flow, overseeing bonds and insurances.

Providing detailed project cost reports and status analyses.

Manage subcontractor payments and overall contract management.

Logistics:

Equipment and Material Procurement: Sourcing and purchasing equipment, materials, and supplies needed for construction and mining projects.

Site Logistics Planning: Coordinating the movement of equipment, materials, and personnel to and from construction and mining sites.

Inventory Management: Controlling and optimizing inventory levels of equipment, materials, and supplies, including tracking and reporting.

Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Coordinating maintenance and repair of equipment, including scheduling and managing third-party vendors.

Fuel and Lubricant Management: Managing fuel and lubricant supplies, including ordering, storage, and distribution.

Waste Management: Coordinating the removal and disposal of waste materials from construction and mining sites.

Camp and Accommodation Management: Managing the logistics of camp and accommodation facilities for personnel, including catering, laundry, and cleaning services.

Transportation Management: Coordinating the movement of equipment, materials, and personnel to and from construction and mining sites, including arranging transportation and managing logistics providers.

Compliance and Regulatory: Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, including environmental and safety regulations.

Emergency Response Planning: Developing and implementing emergency response plans, including procedures for accidents, injuries, and natural disasters. SKILLS Contract Management Negotiations Customer Service and Customs Clearing Information Technology and Automation Knowledge Solid grasp of Economics and Market Dynamics Understanding Cost-to-serve, cost efficiency Flexibility Emotional Intelligence Project management skills The Ability to Get the Best from People and a great team player.

In metallurgy, capable to complete sample preparation and analysis, failure analysis, thorough follow-up of work procedures, grain size and microstructure analysis and evaluation, operation and conduct of routine preventive maintenance of lab equipment including hardness testers, carbon analyzer, SEM et cetera and performing NDT (Non- Destructive Testing).

Proficiency in computer packages and internationally accredited management systems with experience in the following;

Microsoft (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) SAP Pastel Statistical Packages: SPSS 21 and SYSPRO 7, FMS (Freight Management System) Working Knowledge of Safety management systems (ISO45001, ISO14001 and NOSA) Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9000:2015, ISO/IEC 17025:2017, ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000) eGP System

EDUCATION Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe, March 2016 - Nov 2019

BSc Honors Degree in Supply Chain Management Procurement Dewure High School Advanced Level 2014 - 2015

Two ‘A’ Level passes in Economics and Business Studies Gokomere High School Ordinary Level 2010 - 2013

Eleven ‘O’ Level passes including Mathematics and English. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES;

Founder and treasurer of Dewure High School Interact Club.

A member of C.U.T (Chinhoyi University of Technology) Peer Educators.

A member of PROSPAZ – Zimbabwe.

REFERENCES;

Kudzai Mandinoma Procurement Officer ProBottlers Private Limited +263-**-***-**** Cynthia F. Mandinde H.R Administrator, Sales and Inventory Admin and Translator Citibay Enterprises, Harare, Zimbabwe +263-***-***-***

Victor Kufonya H.R Administrator and Translator ZIMCN Investments-Radnor Mine, Mutoko, Mashonaland East +263-***-***-***

Joe Bunga Director Joey’s Pizza, Harare ***@******.**.** +263********** Wayne Rushizha Accountant Fresh In A Box, Harare ****************@*****.*** +263*********

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