Supply Chain Rio Tinto

Moreblessing Mike

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Professional Summary

Strategic Procurement Professional PPE Supply Chain Specialist Banking-Fueled Strategic Sourcing Expert

CIPS Level 6 MSc Logistics & Supply Chain Candidate (University of Hull -UK) 12-Year Finance Veteran (6 Years Account Relationship Management). Seasoned, results-driven procurement professional with 3 years of demonstrated success transforming PPE supply chains, backed by 12years of banking expertise (including 6 years in high-stakes relationship management). Combines financial acumen with operational procurement mastery to drive:

15-28% average cost reductions in PPE procurement through data driven supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing, competitive tendering and supplier consolidation.

40% lower supply chain risks by applying banking-grade due diligence to vendor selection.

$3M+ financial solutions designed for SMEs, repurposed for supplier financing.

360 stakeholder alignment bridging financial objectives with operational procurement realities

Professional & Academic Profile

MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (University of Hull UK) – May 2026 CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply – 2023 Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply – 2018

Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management (HEXCO) – 2012 National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management – 2010 Core Competencies

Strategic Sourcing (PPE Supply Chain Resilience, Dual Sourcing Strategies)

Supply Chain Finance (Trade Credit, Working Capital Solutions, Dynamic Discounting)

Procurement & Supplier Relationship Management

Cost Reduction & Efficiency Optimization (15-28% Savings Track Record)

Contract Negotiation & Management

Demand Forecasting & Inventory Control

Compliance & Supplier Risk Mitigation (Banking Inspired Due Diligence, Supplier Credit Worthiness Analysis)

Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

Warehousing & Distribution Management

Procurement Manager

ORI Safety Solutions Pvt Ltd - Bulawayo & Johannesburg offices January 2023 – Present

Cost Leadership: Negotiated PPE supplier contracts achieving 15% annual savings ($1.2M+ value)

Process Innovation: Implemented SAP ERP, reducing purchase order cycle times from 14 to 9 days

Risk Mitigation: Diversified 70% of single-source suppliers, ensuring business continuity

Compliance: Maintained 100% adherence to ISO 13485 standards for medical grade PPE

Account Relationship Manager

Banc ABC Private Banking Club – Bulawayo Office May 2019 – December 2022

Financial Solutions: Structured $3.2M trade finance facilities for import/ export clients

Revenue Growth: Expanded assets under management by 20% through customized lending products

Client Retention: Maintained 94% client satisfaction via proactive portfolio management

Supervisor, Microfinance Department

Banc ABC Easy Loans – Bulawayo Office November 2013 – April 2019

Portfolio Health: Slashed default rates to 4.8% though enhanced credit assessments

Team Leadership: Trained 8 officers, achieving 130% of annual growth targets Administration and Procurement Officer

GRossi Gold Mining Company Pvt Ltd December 2011 – October 2013

Cost Control: Trimmed operational waste by 18% via inventory optimization

End-to-End Procurement: Managed sourcing of mining equipment and safety gear ($1.5M annual spend)

Assistant Buyer cum Stores Clerk

ZIMDEF (Zimbabwe Manpower Development Fund) January 2009 – December 2009

Processed Purchase orders, maintaining 98% stock availability

Managed inventory with FIFO system, cutting waste 15%

Reduced stationery costs 12% through supplier research

Ensured 100% audit compliance in stock records

Key Achievements

$2M Working Capital Optimized through inventory reduction initiatives

(GRossi Gold Mining)

100% Audit Compliance for 3 consecutive years across 50+ PPE supplier contracts

30% Supplier Base Rationalization without service disruption and client base expansion in microfinance through product innovation

20% Client Portfolio Growth via banking relationship strategies Technical Skills

ERP: SAP MM, Oracle Procurement

Analytics: Data Analysis, Cost Control, Project Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management

Compliance: ISO 13485, Zimbabwe Procurement Regulatory Standards Professional Development

CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement &Supply (2023) Specialised Modules

Strategic Supply Chain Management

Advanced Contract & Financial Management

Sustainable Procurement Practices

Executive Workshops and Training

Supply Chain Risk Management Masterclass (2024)

CIPS Southern Africa Johannesburg

Applied banking risk models to procurement scenarios

Digital Procurement Transformation (2023)

SAP Africa Virtual

ERP implementation strategies for emerging markets

Negotiation Strategies for Procurement Leaders (2023) Zimbabwe Institute of Management Harare

University of Hull, UK MSc in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

(Expected 2026)

Thesis Focus: ‘Financing Models for Resilient PPE Supply Chains in Southern Africa’

References

Available upon request.

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