Supply Chain Service Delivery

Location:

Harare, Zimbabwe

Posted:

September 02, 2025

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TAWONGA PROGRESS DANDIRA

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SUPPLY CHAIN PROFFESSIONAL

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Result driven supply chain management professional with 6+ years of experience in procurement, logistics and inventory management across public and private sectors. I have excelled as a Procurement clerk, Buyer, Stores clerk and Asset management, driving efficiency improvements, cost savings and enhanced service delivery through strategic procurement, contract management and inventory optimization. I possess strong analytical, problem- solving, and leadership skills, with a proven track record of success in optimizing supply chain operations. My expertise in strategic procurement, contract management, and inventory optimization has allowed me to consistently deliver results-driven performance, including driving efficiency improvements and cost savings, enhancing service delivery, and developing effective supply chain strategies that drive business growth and success. I am excited to leverage my skills and experience to drive success in a new challenge and contribute to the growth and development of a forward-thinking organization.

Core Competences s Skills

• Staff supervision • SOP Development • Customer service

• Team leader • Complex Problem Solving • Negotiator

• Developing KPIs • Good communicator • Stakeholder Management Major Highlights

• Successfully took part in the construction of Chinhoyi University of Technology innovation hub building, through involvement in the tender process, adjudication and inventory management.

• Effectively sourced for various raw materials for Midlands Metals Pvt Ltd in South Africa which led to cost reduction and increased quality for the product that was being manufactured

• Secured a substantial contract at Ectech Trading Pvt Ltd to supply Lomagundi Pvt School, SEEDCO with their IT equipment

• Pioneered operational enhancements through creating a well-organized warehouse at Matanuska Pvt Ltd which enabled easy picking of goods and ensured use of hour meters on fleet to monitor fuel consumption and movement of drivers

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Matanuska Distribution Pvt Ltd, Zimbabwe 09/2024 –Present Asset and Stock control supervisor

• Orchestrated asset tracking and maintained records of company assets, including equipment, vehicles, and furniture

• Conducted thorough inventory audits, ensuring accuracy and accountability

• Directed asset disposal, expertly managing the disposal of obsolete or damaged assets such as generators, vehicles, and tractors

• Optimized stock levels by implementing strategic measures to minimize stockouts and overstocking

• Executed precise stock reconciliation to maintain inventory integrity

• Led and supervised a high-performing team, providing training and support to staff members

• Monitored performance through the strategic use of KPIs and scorecards, driving team success

• Championed process improvement initiatives, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness

• Managed to monitor fleet that is tractors, trucks, forklifts and generators through the implementation of Key fleet management software.

• Monitored movement of goods, approved internal request using SAGE EVOLUTION 200 Midlands Metals Pvt Ltd, Zimbabwe 03/2021 – 08/2024 Buyer

• Purchased and sourced various raw materials required for production (chrome, manganese, silicon, silicate and various consumables, hardware and perishables)

• Evaluated, qualify and selected suppliers based on quality, price delivery and service

• Negotiated with suppliers for prices, delivery schedule and flexible payment terms

• Created, managed, tracked purchase orders to ensure timely delivery

• Analyzed procurement spending and identified cost saving opportunities

• Ensured that tender administration and evaluation processes are done in accordance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23]

• Ensured compliance with Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe reporting monthly,

• Complied with the Authority’s Annual Procurement Plan. Ectech Trading Pvt Ltd, Zimbabwe 01/2019 -05/2021

Procurement and Stores Clerk

• Spearheaded the diverse purchase of goods ranging for stationary, IT equipment that is cartridges, printers, laptops and desktops for various school around the country

• Cultivated and managed vendor relationships

• Conducted in-depth research on suppliers, products, and services to ensure quality and cost-efficiency

• Ensured company follows all laws and regulations through making sure tax clearances and PRAZ certificates are up to date

• Successfully participated in tender preparation up to contract awarding and management

• Successfully managed to acquire suppliers in various countries such as Dubai and South Africa Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe 08/2017-08/2018 Procurement and Stores Intern

• Aggressively sourced competitive quotations, securing the best deals

• Strategically managed and fostered strong supplier relationships

• Masterfully negotiated terms and expedited orders to meet tight deadlines

• Authored comprehensive monthly procurement reports, providing actionable insights

• Expertly conducted monthly stock takes, maintaining optimal inventory levels

• Efficiently received and dispatched goods, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries EDUCATION

• Chinhoyi University of Technology 2015 -2019 Degree Supply Chain Management

• Chinhoyi University of Technology 2021 -2022 master’s degree Supply Chain Management SOFTWARES

• Sage 200

• Key fleet management software

• Microsoft packages

• EGP system