Supply Chain Logistics Manager
Resume:
CONTACT
Address
Greendale - Harare,
Zimbabwe
Phone number
077*-***-*** / 0713 218
***********@*****.***
/
***********@*****.***
PATRICK
MUZVIMBIRI
Experienced Operations Supply Chain Executive Logistics Distribution Strategic Development
PERSONAL DETAILS
• Date Of Birth : 30 April
1984
• Gender : Male
• Nationality :
Zimbabwean
• Languages : English &
Shona
• Class 4 Driver’s
License
• Valid Paasport
EDUCATION
PhD Candidate in
Transport Economics
and Supply Chain
Management (Pending)
Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti
University
Master of Science in
Business Economics and
Investment Analysis
University of Zimbabwe
Master of Science in
Supply Chain
Management (Logistics,
Procurement, and
Transport
Management)
Chinhoyi University of
Technology (2018)
PROFILE
Dynamic and results-oriented Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Executive with extensive experience in strategic planning, operations management, and project leadership. Adept at optimizing resources, driving efficiency, and fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated success in implementing innovative solutions that enhance performance, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Passionate about driving continuous improvement and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced, challenging environments. Seeking a new executive position to leverage expertise in logistics and supply chain management while pursuing further professional and personal development. KEY PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
1. Coordinated the distribution of 328,000mt of grain under the drought mitigation program in 2024 into 2025
2. Coordinated a government project regarding logistics, handling, and transportation of 25,000mt of wheat from The Russian Federation to Zimbabwe.
3. Facilitated the distribution of 25,517mt of mealie meal under the Emergency School Feeding Program
4. Operationalized and commercialized the government of Zimbabwe’ Walvis Bay (Namibia) Dry Port as the first General Manager. 5. Participated and made logistics arrangements for Stock feeding program moving silage to needy area across Zimbabwe
6. Pioneered a Distribution project across Zambia for Zambia National Breweries and ensured OTIF across all territories.
7. Successfully developed new markets in the Zambian Copperbelt and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Operations Director (30 July 2025 to Date) – Grain Marketing Board
• Developing and implement operational strategies aligned with GMB’s overall vision and commercial goals.
• Lead the push for commercialisation, focusing on revenue generation through brands like Agrodura and other initiatives. Bachelor of Commerce
(Honors) in Logistics
and Transport
Management
Great Zimbabwe
University (2013-2015)
National Diploma in
Information Technology
Mutare Polytechnic
(2003-2005)
SKILLS
• Strategic Planning
• Operations
Management
• Inventory
Management
• Cost Control
• Supplier
Relationship
Management
• Logistics and
Distribution
• Fleet Management
• Regulatory
Compliance
• Contract
Negotiation
• Supply Chain
Optimization
• Warehouse
Management
• Project
Management
• Quality Assurance
• Risk Management
IT SKILLS
• SAP
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft
PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Logistics and
Transport
Management
Systems
• Overseeing the entire logistics portfolio, ensuring efficient transportation, storage, and distribution of grain and other products.
• Supply Chain Oversight - ensuring product availability in Agro-shops across the country.
• Building a responsive supply chain that adapts to customer needs and seasonal fluctuations
• Business Development - driving sales growth by expanding the reach of GMB’s commercial brands
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, including physical, human, and cyber-related threats.
• Streamlining processes to reduce bottlenecks and improve efficiency across departments.
• Team Leadership and Culture Building - fostering a culture of open communication, collaboration, and accountability. - performance monitoring and setting measurable KPIs for operations and track progress regularly.
• Stakeholder Engagement - building and maintaining strong relationships with transporters, suppliers, and other external partners.
• Representing GMB in negotiations, meetings, and collaborations to advance its operational goals.
Acting Operations Director (22 January 2024 to 29 July 2025) – Grain Marketing Board
• Develop strategic and business plans for the Grain Marketing Board (GMB) and formulate policies for the CEO's review and board consideration and approval.
• Provide leadership and direction in the implementation of approved policies.
• Oversee the importation of grains and ensure adherence to distribution plans and schedules.
• Market GMB oil grains locally, regionally, and internationally.
• Establish and maintain necessary infrastructure to support the Strategic Grain Reserve (SGR).
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations applicable to government and local authorities.
• Coordinate staff appraisals annually using the Integrated Results-Based Management (IRBM) system and ensure consistency across all divisional staff.
• Engage in strategic business development to expand GMB's agricultural value chain involvement and identify alternative revenue streams.
• Maintain active involvement in the marketing and sale of agricultural products to support business goals.
Head of Logistics & Transport (01 December 2020 to 21 January 2024) – Grain Marketing Board
• Led the Logistics and Transport team in meeting the operational and strategic requirements of the organization.
• Engaged third-party transporters to ensure efficient and effective transportation operations.
• Developed strategies for inbound management, outbound transportation, and returns to reduce costs, improve in-transit visibility, and optimize the ship-to-delivery cycle.
• Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of logistics operations.
• Monitored and ensured compliance with administrative policies, safety rules, and government regulations.
• Confronted climate change issues by implementing sustainable transport strategies and monitoring the organization’s carbon footprint.
• Warehouse
Management
Systems
PERSONAL
ATTRIBUTES
• Self-motivated and
dedicated
• Hardworking with
strong professional
ethics
• Strong interpersonal
and analytical skills
• Excellent
communicator
• Effective team player
REFERENCE
Dr. E. Badarai
Chief Executive Officer
Grain Marketing Board
Phone: +263 772 853
4333
Email:
********@*******.**.**
Mr. Isaac Gara
Operations Executive,
Delta Beverages
Phone: +263-***-***-***
Email: *.****@*****.**.**
Mr. Simbarashe
Matsikire
Operations Manager, J &
J Transport
Phone: +263-***-***-***
• Designed and implemented strategic supplier relationship management
(SRM) to align with business and commercial needs.
• Negotiated with carriers to secure transport capacity, quality of service, and cost efficiency.
• Managed staff, providing leadership and direction to support team development and maintain optimal departmental structure.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with company goals.
General Manager – Walvis Bay Zimbabwe Dry Port, Namibia (01 November 2019 to 30 November 2020) – National Handling Services
• Developed and implemented Dry Port strategies to accommodate capacity expansion for current and future organizational needs.
• Managed all aspects of Dry Port operations to ensure high-quality services and efficiency that met international standards.
• Established performance indicators for operational departments and monitored performance against set targets.
• Planned and implemented safety and security standards, ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies.
• Promoted effective dialogue between stakeholders, cargo agents, authorities, and logistics operations to maintain strong relationships and ensure smooth operations.
• Procured high-revenue cargo handling equipment to support Dry Port operations.
• Oversaw the maintenance of Dry Port facilities, including civil works, berths, yards, roads, buildings, and other infrastructure.
• Implemented cost containment strategies through process and operational improvements to drive quality and efficiency.
• Directed general policies, developed business unit annual plans, and approved specific operational policies and methods in line with broader objectives.
Distribution Manager (02 January 2018 to 31 October 2019) – Delta Corporation Limited
• Prepared policies, plans, programs, budgets, and recommendations for executive approval.
• Implemented approved programs, utilizing allotted resources and making adjustments within the constraints of approved budgets.
• Managed budgeted expenditure for distribution operations.
• Planned and executed the distribution of sparkling and complementary beverages, ensuring economic availability and achieving sales objectives.
• Maintained compliance with distribution schedules and adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Carried out route audits, route appraisals, and rides to standardize distribution routes.
• Monitored vehicle maintenance schedules, utilization, and maintenance costs to ensure efficient operations.
• Implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure distribution effectiveness, including total cost of distribution, HL/km, vehicle and trailer capacity utilization and fuel consumption.
• Managed breakages and losses to set standards during the distribution process.
• Conducted annual staff appraisals and ensured consistent performance evaluation across the distribution team.
Supply Chain Manager - Seconded to Zambia (January to July 2019) - Zambia National Breweries
• Led the transformation of the organization toward a strategic supply chain model with a focus on economic distribution of products.
• Provided coaching and support to the supply chain team, ensuring familiarity with key commodities, channels, cost drivers, and emerging global services.
• Developed distribution planning metrics and reported progress to executive management.
• Established and maintained sourcing vision, processes, and organization for selecting, managing, and developing strategic suppliers supporting operations
• Implemented unified processes that improved cost, quality, delivery, fostering long-term collaborative relationships with enterprise supply chain partners.
• Provided leadership, oversight, and guidance to the national supply chain management team to meet established goals.
• Supervised four supply chain managers with direct responsibility for client relations, order fulfillment, commodity storage, transportation services, and supplier management.
• Supported the Product Line Manager by providing a vision to create and maintain an innovative sourcing and procurement strategy. Logistics Manager (02 Jan 2017 to 30 Dec 2017) - Mashonaland Tobacco Company (Alliance One International)
• Managed logistics activities across all tobacco auction floors, including scheduling and distribution.
• Developed transportation plans and managed networks to deliver inputs and extract tobacco.
• Monitored, updated, and maintained all inventories in warehouses.
• Coordinated with the agronomy department to procure and distribute required inputs.
• Managed associated warehousing and transportation costs within budget constraints.
Operations Manager (August 2015 – 31 December 2016) - J & J Transport Africa
• Managed a transport team responsible for 940 vehicles running on a 24-hour basis.
• Developed and optimized transportation routes and networks.
• Oversaw vehicle maintenance and coordinated with the workshop department.
• Handled customer queries and ensured timely delivery of goods.
• Ensured compliance with legal requirements and company policies. Transportation Operations Manager (January 2014 – July 2015) - Onara Transport Logistics
• Supervised the import and export of freight, including full container loads and bulk cargo.
• Directed the storage and distribution of products for major clients.
• Managed driver hiring, training, and development.
• Ensured compliance with legislative and company requirements, especially regarding hazardous substances.
• Liaised with clients for contract negotiations and quotations.
• Streamlined delivery processes and ensured timely delivery.
• Monitored safety measures and compliance with all regulations. Transport and Logistics Manager (January 2010 – December 2014) – Miles Transport
• Scheduling and tracking a fleet of cross border buses in a consistent manner, major emphasis being on safety, profitability and going concern of the business.
• Staff hiring
• Managed all associated transportation costs
• Coordinated with the workshop department regarding the maintenance of the vehicles.
• Managing the Branch Routes & activities.
• Negotiate and administer contracts for both local and international business
• Preparation of transport operational budget
Assistant Transport & Operations Manager (January 2009 to December 2009)
- Hope and Glory Transport
Duties:
• Managed a fleet of 26 trucks, ensuring safety, profitability, and operational continuity.
• Oversaw vehicle routing, scheduling, and legal compliance.
• Maintained transportation and distribution systems to minimize cargo shortages.
• Handled administrative functions and interfaced with customers and drivers to ensure smooth operations.
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