Procurement Officer Strategic Sourcing

MUSHIMBEI MULIYA Procurement Officer

Lusaka, Zambia

Phone: +260-***-****** / 971-523744

Email: ****************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-oriented Procurement Officer with 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and inventory control. Proven track record of reducing procurement costs, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Adept in using procurement software and ERP systems to drive data-informed decisions. Committed to organizational success through ethical and effective procurement practices.

KEY SKILLS

Strategic Sourcing & Tendering

Contract Negotiation

Inventory & Stores Management

Cost Optimization

Supplier Relationship Management

ERP & e-GP Systems (e.g., ZPPA)

Risk & Compliance Management

Data Analysis & Reporting

Team Collaboration & Leadership

MS Word & Excel Proficiency

WORK EXPERIENCE

Procurement Officer

Lusaka Business and Technical College – 2022 to Present

- Reduced procurement costs by 15% through competitive bidding and negotiation.

- Managed a procurement budget of K7,000,000 ensuring transparency and accountability.

- Negotiate contracts with 30+ suppliers to improve delivery timelines and lower prices.

- Streamlined procurement workflows, reducing lead times by 10%.

- Conducte supplier performance reviews and implemented corrective action plans.

- Introduced a supplier diversity initiative, increasing participation by 5%.

- Leveraged procurement software to track spending and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Stores Officer

Lusaka Business and Technical College – 2020 to 2022

- Managed inventory valued at K4,000,000 with effective stock control procedures.

- Reduced stock discrepancies by 10% through a new stock-taking system.

- Improved warehouse capacity through space optimization techniques.

- Implemented FIFO principles to reduce waste.

- Coordinated stock transfers between branches, cutting transport costs.

- Used inventory software for accurate reporting and tracking.

Lecturer – Purchasing and Supply

Lusaka Business and Technical College – 2017 to 2020

- Taught procurement, supply chain, and contract law using practical and theoretical approaches.

- Updated curriculum with case studies, simulations, and industry insights.

- Guided students on academic and career paths as a mentor and advisor.

- Led quality assurance initiatives and curriculum development committees.

- Served as module leader overseeing academic performance and assessments.

EDUCATION

ZCAS University – 2024 to Date

MSc in Procurement and Logistics

University of Greenwich – 2018 to 2020

Bachelor of Arts in Business Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Evelyn Hone College – 2016

Diploma in Technical and Vocational Teaching

National Institute of Public Administration – 2010 to 2013

Diploma in Procurement and Supply (Level 5)

Njase Secondary School – 1998 to 2002

GCSE Grade 12 Certificate

CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS

Member, Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Ongoing: MSc in Procurement and Logistics – ZCAS University

REFERENCES

Mr. Lawrence Zulu

Principal, Lusaka Business and Technical College

Mobile: 097*******

Ms. Virginia Chakamba

ODFL Coordinator, Lusaka Business and Technical College

Mobile: 097*******

Mr. O. Mayonga

Coordinator of Programmes, CIPS (NIPA)

Mobile: 097******* / 095*******

Available for interviews at short notice. References available upon request.

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