Inventory Management Systems

CURRICULUM VITAE

PIKIRAYI CHISI

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

Mutare

Cell:- 077*******/071*******/077*******

E-mail:- *********@*****.***

Career Profile

A committee, result-oriented and self motivated individual, who sets high standards or work and will tenaciously aim to achieve them. A hard worker and who enjoy working independently, with special abilities in handling demanding situations. In short, I am principled, dependable, thorough, organized and goal oriented.

Career Objectives

I would like to continue working in the Procurement/Logistics/Inventory Management field, developing and enhancing the skills I have acquired through my professional qualification and through the experience I have gained working for several companies. I am however looking for an opportunity to be part of a highly innovative, competitive and motivated team that aggressively seeks to contribute to real economic growth. I have an uncompromising determination to achieve excellence in everything I undertake, maintaining a sense of team spirit and displaying a high degree of tenacity when faced with difficult and challenging situations.

Achievements

More than ten years of relevant work experience.

Awarded employee of the months for four times whilst still working for Supreme Foodservice, Afghanistan(3S Disivion) for outstanding performance.

I successfully implemented purchasing& Inventory management systems at PG Safety Glass Zimbabwe .

I successfully managed to set-up both Procurement & Stores Departments at Supreme Foodservice-Kandahar, Afghanistan(Supreme 3S Division) upon assumption of duty.

Also contributed to the improvement of inventory management systems at ZUPCO in Zimbabwe.

I was part of the team which oversaw the full and successful completion of one of the largest project carried out in Helmand Province-Afghanistan (Supreme Foodservice)

I also contributed in the formulation of Slice Distributors Procurement Policy& Procedures.

Career Summary

(2000-toCurrent)

2021-to Current:-Procurement Officer(Population Solutions for Health-PSH)

Main Duties Performed

Solicits for and evaluates quotations from local and international suppliers

Selects and recommends the best suitable vendor

Prepares comprehensive bid analysis

Raising Purchase orders in the system

Monitoring of current market price trend

Evaluating Purchasing needs by analyzing inventory levels and forecasting demand

Develop approved supplier list and update on an ongoing basis

Assist departments to choose the most suitable products and services.

Facilitates supplier payments by ensuring timely submissions of invoices to finance for processing

Assess quotations in line with established established policies and procedures

Follows up and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services

Negotiates for best value of money,( payment terms,after sakes service, warranty) also bearing in mind the available budget

Monitoring adherence to company’s code of conduct and ethics of the profession

Housekeeping in the department is my responsibility

2013-2021:- Head Buyer (Chicken Slice Harare, Zimbabwe)

Main Duties

Assist with day to day running of the Procurement and Inventory Management Divisions.

Provide weekly and monthly reports on Inventory and Purchasing activities as requested by my superiors

Selecting sources of supply considering prices, lead time, quality, quantity and competitiveness of supply.

Authorising&Approving purchase orders from Juniors Buyers

Training& Supervision of subordinates

Responding to queries relating to the Purchasing function

Logistics& Operations management

Analysing materials information and preparing various reports as necessary.

Work with Stores/Warehouse team to ensure that deliveries satisfy the approved orders(Logistics)

Resolve discrepencies or negotiate settlements to the best advantage of the company

Expediting Outstanding orders

Housekeeping in the department is my responsibility

Responsible for Healthy& Safety of the department

February 2010- December 2012

Procurement Manager-Kabul, Afghanistan(Northern 3S Supreme Foodservice Division)

Main Duties Performed

Managing the balancing of raw materials and marketing demand while assessing the full utilization of key resources.

Logistics& Operations management

Analysing materials information and preparing various reports as necessary.

Selecting sources of supply considering prices, lead time, quality, quantity and competitiveness of supply.

Responding to queries relating to the Purchasing function

Liasing with clearing agencies and Dubai Supreme Head Office

Maintaining an up to date International trade terms(INCOTERMS)

Monitoring of current market price trend

Monitoring and highlighting risk associated to inventory levels and advising expected dates of deliveries.

Evaluating Purchasing needs by analyzing inventory levels and forecasting demand

Develop approved supplier list and update on an ongoing basis

Responsible for Storage, receipt, storage and procurement of the required materials and spares

Responsible for stock checks on a weekly basis and updating the necessary records

Assist departments to choose the most suitable products and services.

Check requisitions from departments for completeness and clarity.

Assess quotations in line with established established policies and procedures

Work with Stores/Warehouse team to ensure that deliveries satisfy the approved orders(Logistics)

Resolve discrepencies or negotiate settlements to the best advantage of the company

Obtain knowledge of the company’s major suppliers including economic status, the industry and current and expected developments within the industry.

Responsible for safety and security of the stores inventory items

In charge of the Health and safety issues within the department

Monitoring contracts and contractors as per company’s policies and procedures

Continuous updation of the department’s SOP’s

Monitoring adherence to company’s code of conduct and ethics of the profession

Housekeeping in the department is my responsibility

January 2009- Oct 2011:- Supply&InventorySpecialist(Supreme Foodservice-UKMoD-Afghanistan)

Main Duties Performed

Responsible for Storage, receipt, storage and procurement of the required materials and spares

Assist in Helmand, Afghanistan project Management

Responsible for stock checks on a weekly basis and updating the necessary records

Assist departments to choose the most suitable products and services.

Check requisitions from departments for completeness and clarity.

Assess quotations in line with established established policies and procedures

Work with Stores/Warehouse team to ensure that deliveries satisfy the approved orders(Logistics)

Expediting all outstanding orders and tracking of containers in transit from Dubai.

Maintaining an upto date tracking schedule

Training&Spervision of subordinates

Liasing with both internal & external customers

Producing various Management reports

In charge of the Health and safety issues within the department

Monitoring contracts and contractors as per company’s policies and procedures

In charge of housekeeping of the Division

May 2007- June 2010:- Purchasing& Stores Supervisor(Supreme Foodservice-3S Div Afghanistan)

Main Duties Performed

Effective communication with both Internal and external customers.

Liasing with both Kabul& Dubai Supreme Offices for deliveries

-Checking that goods received vouchers are recorded on the goods received voucher and verified to order through inspection of the order and the GRV

-Mantaining a steady flow of materials by being pro-active to the situation on the ground

Inventory & Logistics Management

-Checking that the Stores Controller Adhere to the procedure of carrying out pepertual stocktaking

-Checking on monthly basis that the binning procedure is adhered to by physically inspecting items in the stores to see that items are in correct bins.

-Effective coordination with user departments and all our customers both External & internal

-Continuous improvement and updation of the Supplier base

Effective negotiationinorder to obtain the best possible value for money.

Producing various Management reports.

In charge of the Health and safety issues within the department

Monitoring contracts and contractors as per company’s policies and procedures

Training & Supervision of Subordinates

In charge of the Health and safety issues within the department

Monitoring contracts and contractors as per company’s policies and procedures

In charge of the Health and safety issues within the department

Monitoring contracts and contractors as per company’s policies and procedures

May 2003- Nov 2006:- Stores Manager(ZUPCO Ltd-ZIMBABWE)

Main Duties

Responsible for overseeing 12 Northern Division Substores including Main Stores In Harare

Logistics& Operations management

Analysing materials information and preparing various reports as necessary.

Inventory Management

Responding to queries relating to the Stores function

Monitoring and highlighting risk associated to inventory levels and advising expected dates of deliveries.

Evaluating Purchasing needs by analyzing inventory levels and forecasting demand

Responsible for Storage, receipt, storage and procurement of the required materials and spares

Responsible for stock checks on a weekly basis and updating the necessary records

Resolve discrepencies or negotiate settlements to the best advantage of the company

Responsible for safety and security of the stores inventory items

In charge of the Health and safety issues within the department

Continuous updation of the department’s SOP’s

Monitoring adherence to company’s code of conduct and ethics of the profession

Housekeeping in the department is my responsibility

Producing Management reports

August 2000- April 2003:- Buyer(PG SAFETY GLASS-ZIMBABWE)

Main duties performed

Managing the balancing of raw materials and marketing demand while assessing the full utilization of key resources.

Selecting sources of supply considering prices, lead time, quality, quantity and competitiveness of supply.

Responding to queries relating to the Purchasing function

Raising Purchase orders in the system

Monitoring of current market price trend

Evaluating Purchasing needs by analyzing inventory levels and forecasting demand

Develop approved supplier list and update on an ongoing basis

Assist departments to choose the most suitable products and services.

Check requisitions from departments for completeness and clarity.

Assess quotations in line with established established policies and procedures

Work with Stores/Warehouse team to ensure that deliveries satisfy the approved orders(Logistics)

Obtain knowledge of the company’s major suppliers including economic status, the industry and current and expected developments within the industry

Monitoring adherence to company’s code of conduct and ethics of the profession

Housekeeping in the department is my responsibility

Qualification

2.1 -MSc Degree in Supply Chain Management (Chinhoyi University of Technology)

Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply(CIPS) Graduate Diploma(Same as First Degree)

Higher National Diploma in Accountancy(HND)(Mutare Polytechnic)

Diploma in Management for Executives(MBA Programme.1st Semester)-UZ)

Institute of Credit Management Diploma(ICM)

ZAAT Intermediate Certificate(ZAAT)

Purchasing & Supply Certificate(Kwekwe Polytechnic)

Supervision Management 2-certificate(ZISCO TRAINING CENTRE)

Total Quality Management(ZISCO)

Finance for non-financial managers( short course-Africa University)

SAQA Evaluation Certificate- Level 7 (Degree Level)

Qualified Overheard Crane Driver and can operate various MHE equipment

Current Key Result Areas

Authorising Purchase orders with the approved suppliers and ensuring that the ordersand quotations are brought together for signing of the purchase order.

Ensuring Supply chain harmony&intergration through effective Logistics Management.

-Providing guidance and supervision to subordinates.

-Checking compliance with laid down systems and procedures

Effective communication with both Internal and external customers.

-Checking that goods received vouchers are recorded on the goods received voucher and verified to order through inspection of the order and the GRV

-Mantaining a steady flow of materials by being pro-active to the situation on the ground

-Avoiding stock-outs at all costs

-Checking that the Stores Controller Adhere to the procedure of carrying out pepertual stocktaking

-Checking on monthly basis that the binning procedure is adhered to by physically inspecting items in the stores to see that items are in correct bins.

-Effective coordination with user departments and all our customers both External & internal

-Continuous improvement and updation of the Supplier base

Effective negotiationinorder to obtain the best possible value for money.

Producing various Management reports.

-Monitoring contracts.

Skills

-Problem solving skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Financial skills demonstrated by my ability to obtain a Higher National Diploma in Accountancy

Creativity skills

Inventory Management

Dealing with stressful situations in a calm & Professional manner

MHE operating skills

Contract management & planning

Capable of adapting to to rapid changes in a positive & professional manner

Management Skills

Advanced computer skills

Communication & negotiating skills

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy socializing with my friends and family and taking part in testifying and participating in gospel singing choir.I also enjoy morning jogging and this has not only helped me to reach my fitness goals, but also allowed me to meet new people and develop my communication skills outside my normal working environment.

Computer Appreciation

MS WORD, EXCEL, FICS AND MAX SYSTEM,AXAPTER AND PASTEL/SURGE EVOLUTION

Membership

Currently a member of CIPS and ICM.

Referees

DORCAS KAMBANI

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

CHICKEN SLICE DISTRIBUTORS

HARARE

TEL:-077*******

MR K. GOMO

MANAGING DIRECTOR

QUODEC BEARINGS

HARARE

CELL# 077*******

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

C MARINGAPAS

PROCURMENT DEPARTMENT

POPULATION SOLUTIONS FOR HEALTH(PSH)

CELL#- 077*******

*-****-************@***.***.**

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