Procurement & Supply Chain Management Professional

MARSHALL KAKAMBA Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Professional

MARSHALL KAKAMBA Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Professional

+263-***-***-*** +263-***-***-*** **********@*****.*** Harare Driver’s Licence (Class 4) PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Supply Chain Professional with 15 years of experience in managing multimillion-dollar strategic sourcing and complex international logistics within the defense aviation sector. Extensive experience leading strategic procurement, international trade operations, customs and legislation procedures and inventory control within regulated defense procurement.

VALUE PROPOSITION

Proven record in end-to-end strategic procurement & sourcing for technical sectors including aviation MRO.

Expertise in full import/export cycles, customs clearance (ASYCUDA), and regulatory compliance.

Competent in supplier portfolio management, from evaluation & negotiation to performance monitoring.

Expertise in complex import/export logistics for mission-critical government projects.

Proven ability to draft and administer complex supply and service contracts to mitigate organizational risk.

Hands-on inventory control ensuring asset availability and cost efficiency.

Proven strategic supplier and risk management for major high-value contracts.

Demonstrated skill in stakeholder management to align user needs with supplier capabilities. KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing Supplier Relationship & Portfolio Management

International Trade Compliance & Customs Clearance Contract Law, Negotiation & Administration

Aviation & Defence MRO Spares Supply Chain ERP & Digital Procurement Systems (SAP)

Procurement Governance & Policy Implementation Supply Chain Risk & Resilience Planning

Stakeholder Engagement & Value Management Inventory & Demand Management WORK EXPERIENCE

Imports/Exports Supervisor & Procurement Officer

Air Force of Zimbabwe Headquarters Jan 2020 – Jun 2026

Developed procurement strategies for high-risk aviation components to prevent disruption.

Sourced critical aviation spares from a 5-country global network ensuring readiness.

Achieved cost savings on high-value inventory through competitive bidding.

Guided long-term sourcing via total cost of ownership analysis.

Managed 20+ key supplier contracts and reconciled financial statements.

Secured full customs compliance using CD1, permits, and ASYCUDA.

Expedited 50+ annual shipments through proactive tracking to avoid delays.

Ensured financial compliance by processing all vouchers through SAP PFMS.

Prepared and presented detailed procurement reports for senior management.

Trained two junior officers on policy, systems, and procedures. Stock Controller Manyame Air Force Base Jan 2016 – Dec 2018

Managed computerized inventory for aviation materials, establishing optimal stock levels to prevent AOG.

Forecasted material demand using historical consumption data to optimize purchase quantities and timing.

Reduced stock discrepancies by 25% through enhanced security protocols and regular audit cycles.

Authorized 200+ monthly requisitions against entitlements and initiated timely purchase orders.

Developed standard operating procedures for inventory management, receiving, and issuance. Stores, Warehouse & Materials Supervisor Air Force of Zimbabwe Jan 2012 – Dec 2015

Supervised daily warehouse operations for receipt, storage, and issuance of all unit materials.

Managed a team of five warehouse staff, scheduling duties and overseeing daily logistics operations.

Implemented a bin location system that reduced item retrieval time by an average of 30%.

Maintained 100% accuracy in inventory record cards, supporting biannual stock counts and audits. MARSHALL KAKAMBA Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Professional EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

Master of Science in Supply Chain Management Degree CUT 2026- Pending

International Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Transport Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT UK) 2025

International Diploma in Logistics & Transport Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT UK) 2024

Diploma in Customs and Legislation Procedures Shipping & Forwarding Agents Association of Zimbabwe

(SFAAZ) 2023

National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management HEXCO 2020

National Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Management HEXCO 2016

Diploma in Stores Management & Inventory Control The British College of Professional Management 2012 INNOVATION, RESEARCH, AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT

Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Performance Logistics Assistant Course Communication Training Institute (Indian Air Force) 2019

Logistics Assistant Course Communication Training Institute (Indian Air Force) India 2019 SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

Microsoft Office Suite

ASYCUDA World

SAP (Public Funds Management System - PFMS)

REFEREES

Mrs J Musiniwa Deputy Director Procurement Air Force Headquarters Harare

+263-***-***-*** ***********@*****.***

Mr C Mapurisa Head of Policy and Plans Air Force of Zimbabwe HQ Harare

+263-***-***-*** *******@*****.***

Dr C. Mazhazhate Director KMI Logistics Harare +263-***-***-*** **.*******@*****.***

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