Procurement Professional
Resume:
RECHA RACHAEL DANDARA
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Procurement professional committed to excellence and efficiency. Adept at streamlining processes and securing advantageous vendor terms to support business objectives. Known for reliability in team collaboration and flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions. Brings strong negotiation skills and proactive approach to problem-solving.
WORK HISTORY
Assistant Procurement Manager, 10/2015 - Current
Zimbabwe School Examination Council
Assist in the management the procurement cycle including planning, tendering, sourcing, and contract management for several projects ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (PPDPA) and other relevant regulations.
Assist in development and implementation of procurement plans and strategies in compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (PPDPA).
Preparation of standard bidding documents, RFQs, RFPs and ensuring all procurement requirements are incorporated.
Conduct market research to identify trends, evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and lead time, and maintain effect communications with suppliers.
Analyze requisitions from department and conduct cost/price analysis to optimize procurement and ensure best value.
Assist contract management and negotiation processes, focusing on performance enhancement and resource optimization.
Assist in the preparation of procurement reports and correspondence to Suppliers and Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe.
Assist in the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and transparency.
Facilitate bid evaluations, negotiations and contract management, focusing on performance enhancement and resource optimization ensuring value for money and adherence to ethical standards.
Maintaining procurement records.
Accounting Assistant- Budgeting and Reporting, 10/2009 - 09/2015
Zimbabwe School Examination Council
Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Successfully achieved the transition and adoption of Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act in 2018 from State Procurement Board SPB to Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe PRAZ.
Digitalization of procurement through obtaining authorizations to conduct procurement using e-Government Procurements e-GP
Achieved a clean audit result by ensuring all procurement activities complied with regulations and internal policies.
Managed all procurement which contributed to the achievement of ZIMSEC mandate yearly.
Successfully completed and managed tender and direct purchase for several departmental projects.
Successfully helped in guiding and advising the disposal process of Zimsec of public Assets.
Chitungwiza, Harare 00263
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PROFESSIONALBODIES
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Member of Supply Chain Association of Zimbabwe (SCAZ) Professional.
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).
Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC)
EDUCATION
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Msc, Purchasing and Supply chain Management, 11/2023
Bindura University of Science Education
GPA: Merit
B. Com. (Hons) Degree, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, 03/2022
Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University
GPA: 2.1
Professional Diploma in Management, Financial Accounting, 05/2018
Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC)
Mutoko High School, GCE Advanced Level: Management of Business and Geography, GCE Ordinary Level: 9 subjects obtained including Mathematics and English, 01/2005 Examination Board: Zimbabwe Schools Examinations Council
SKILLS
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Analytical
Negotiation
Communication
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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