Ntsako Nkuna
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Summary
Ntsako Nkuna is an Aspiring Senior Buyer holding a National Diploma in Logistics Management from the Tshwane University of Technology and currently busy with her Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations Management at the University of South Africa. Ntsako has more than TEN (10) years' experience working as a Supply Chain Analyst, Supply Chain Controller, Purchasing Expeditor and Buyer. Ntsako always believes that her hands-on experience coupled with the growing knowledge she gained during her studies and during field work prepared her to make a solid contribution in any Procurement and Supply Chain Management related field. With a solid foundation in Procurement, Ntsako is always prepared to offer her knowledge and abilities to deliver the best results in everything that she does, while gaining immeasurable experience and skills to advance in her career pursuit. Ntsako is a self-motivated, goal orientated, driven and an individual who believes in lifting and empowering others through the knowledge she has acquired, and experience gained overtime.
Qualified Supply Chain Professional with strong background in supply chain analysis. Proven ability to optimize logistics processes and enhance supply chain efficiency through strategic planning and problem-solving. Demonstrated proficiency in inventory management and demand forecasting, ensuring seamless operations and cost reduction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Analyst
Wits University
10.2023 - Current
- Management reporting: extracting and compiling reports for Management related to strategic sourcing, procurement operations, supplier spend, supplier management and commodity spend using the management information system and the ERP environment
- Performing financial analysis related to the purchasing function and trend analysis report to facilitate management of the purchasing and expenditure function utilizing the BI and ERP platforms
- Creating informative & actionable reports and/or dashboards which highlight relevant business process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement and provides an understanding of ordering and expenditure patterns for the relevant department/areas
- Capturing, monitoring and tracking of savings on procurement categories or initiatives
- Facilitating the compilation of business cases, total cost of ownership, return on investment calculations and other financial calculations relevant to the purchasing or tender function of the department
- Facilitating the use of credit cards by assisting with credit card transactions
- Weekly processing of credit card payments and reconciliations
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate resolving queries and timely payment of invoices
- Monitoring the actual versus budget spend for the department and assisting with the budget compilation and reconciliation for the department as required
- Vendor Administration: facilitating onboarding of suppliers and conducting relevant vetting relating to BBBEE scoring, SARS compliance etc
Purchasing Expeditor
SAAB Grintek Defence
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Participated in strategic sourcing of local and global suppliers.
- Managed over 200 global suppliers.
- Submitted quotations and other relevant documentation for approval
- Converted purchase requisitions into purchase orders based on approved quotations.
- Managed approximately 6000-line deliveries per month.
- Ensured that delivery of procured material is expedited daily to ensure on-time delivery
- Facilitated the collection of stock by logging and followed up on an online task
- Ensured effective engagement with stakeholders, including Warehouse Controllers and Production Planners
- Maintained accurate material delivery records
- Compiled and presented weekly stock reports, with progress and action plans
- Participated in daily electronic whiteboard meetings with Engineering and Planning teams and provided delivery schedules where required
Supply Chain Controller
Cerba Lancet RSA
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Evaluated and selecting vendors as per requirement
- Downloaded all reports in TXT format and converting into excel files using relevant excel formulas
- Facilitated the management of various projects from inception to completion in country.
- Managed a total of 12 countries within the SADC, East and West Africa regions.
- Regularly monitored ordering and consumption of stock to eliminate possible wastage and identified areas of improvement
- Conducting data analysis and made recommendations to countries regarding stock ordering and consumption
- Ensured compliance with company procedures and contract requirements, developing contract terms and conditions, administering contract changes, and performing negotiations for contract terms and conditions
- Ensured that the correct documentation is submitted for accurate loading of vendors and materials
- Updated prices, catalogue numbers and other supplier details to ensure invoice matching and payment is completed accurately and timeous.
- Performed supplier evaluations to ensure compliance as per Service Level Agreements
- Coordinated with suppliers and management in the event of any issues with the quality of reagents and consumables and the completion of non-conformance reports to ensure the speedy and efficient resolution of such queries
- Reviewed monthly stock take reports and investigated variances
- Conducting quarterly on-site visits to African labs and audited stock take processes, report findings, made recommendations and implemented changes where necessary
- Presented monthly stock reports vs
- Tests conducted to country General Managers to keep track of each country's performance
- In person and virtual training of new and existing staff members to ensure efficiency and productivity
- Facilitated exportation of lab equipment and consumables from South Africa to various African countries
- Facilitated movement of stock between various countries to avoid stock outs and business interruptions
- Constant communication with in-country clearing agents and ensured that the correct documents were submitted to ensure smooth importing of products into the various countries
- Built and maintained relationships with the aim of minimizing distributor dependency
- Effective and regular communication with third party logistics companies such as DHL and DSV to ensure smooth deliveries and reduced turnaround times
Buyer
Lancet Laboratories PTY Ltd
04.2014 - 02.2021
- Coordinated all activities relating to the procurement of stock including storage, inventory, and the quality management of supplies
- Oversaw supplier-related activities, monitored supplier performances, and coordinated with suppliers to resolve performance-related issues
- Reviewed all competitive proposals to select best sources and prepared contract agreements and other documentation as needed
- Evaluated procurement activities and recommended improvements including identifying and troubleshooting contract issues in a timely manner
- Converted over 100 purchase requisitions into purchase orders, sent and confirmed receipt orders with suppliers daily.
- Validated orders and alerted the Head of Department (HOD) on over ordering
- Liaised with Finance to ensure all necessary payments are made to suppliers
- Liaised with Stores and suppliers to ensure invoice and delivery discrepancies are attended to
- Assessed the laboratory stock on hand versus monthly usage for high volume and value Purchase Orders
- Processed non-stock (slow moving items) orders manually for items not listed on the database
- Generated daily reports to keep track of stock levels
- Generated Backorder Report and expedited to ensure timely delivery
- Liaised with suppliers to keep track of promised delivery dates and updated the system accordingly to ensure visibility of accurate information to all stakeholders
- Trained and coached new staff on the use of system processes and daily functions of a Buyer
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain And Aoperations Management
University of South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa12.2026
National Diploma - Logistics Managementt
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa09.2012
Skills
- Highly skilled in D365, Oracle, Sage & AX Dynamics
- Customer Service Skills
- Accounting Skills
- MRP Systems Understanding
- Data Analysis Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Negotiation Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supplier Performance Tracking
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Planning & Optimization
Certification
- First Aid Level 1, LabourNet, 2022
- Occupational Health and Safety, LabourNet, 2022
- ISO 9001: Quality Management, Lancet Laboratories, 2016
Accomplishments
- Being promoted from Buyer to a Supply Chain Controller, managing Africa division.
- Contributing to 30% annual cost savings through effective price negotiations and leveraging on economies of scale.
Goals
- To achieving my set goals and keeping myself dynamic in the changing scenario to become a Supply Chain Manager and or a Chief Procurement Buyer.
- To become an excellent Procurement Specialist taking up challenging work in the Industrial structure with creative and diversified Projects and to be part of a Constructive and fast-Growing World.
- To make a position for myself in the competitive corporate world and contribute to achieving the goals on both professional and personal level.
- To work in an environment that challenges me to improve and constantly thrive for perfection in all the tasks allotted to me so that I can be able to highlight my Procurement and Supply Chain Management skills.
Ee
Black Female
References
Available upon request
Personal Information
- License: Code 10
- Nationality: South African
Timeline
Supply Chain Analyst
Wits University
10.2023 - Current
Purchasing Expeditor
SAAB Grintek Defence
04.2023 - 09.2023
Supply Chain Controller
Cerba Lancet RSA
03.2021 - 03.2023
Buyer
Lancet Laboratories PTY Ltd
04.2014 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain And Aoperations Management
University of South Africa
National Diploma - Logistics Managementt
Tshwane University of Technology
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