Khomotso Makobela
Supply Chain Business Analyst
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Dynamic Supply Chain Business Analyst with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Successfully streamlined project management and enhanced customer loyalty through targeted analytics. Proficient in business process mapping, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency across cross-functional teams.
Experienced with leveraging data analysis to inform business decisions and optimize processes. Utilizes critical thinking to identify inefficiencies and recommend practical solutions. Track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and enhance operational performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Junior Supply Chain Business Analyst
Omnia Holdings
04.2024 - Current
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
- Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements in Supply Chain and drive continuous innovation in the organization.
- Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams( ERP, TMS and Control Towers)
- Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
- Enhanced customer loyalty with targeted analytics strategies, pinpointing areas for improvement in service delivery.
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.
- Created dashboards to monitor and track key performance indicators.
Junior Supply Chain Consultant
CCIG
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through thorough analysis of procurement activities, contracts, and vendor negotiations.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of potential supply chain disruptions.
- Facilitated ongoing training programs for team members, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices were maintained consistently throughout the department.
- Designed and executed end-to-end process improvements, resulting in increased operational efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Negotiated favorable terms with carriers to reduce transportation costs while maintaining high service levels.
- Optimized warehouse operations for improved storage capacity utilization and inventory accuracy through layout redesigns and process enhancements.
- Increased on-time delivery performance with proactive logistics management and effective transportation planning.
- Played an integral role in corporate sustainability initiatives by identifying ways to reduce waste, optimize packaging, and minimize the organization''s carbon footprint.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of supply chain goals with overall business objectives.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
Supply Chain Intern
SA BIOMEDICAL
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Reorganized supplies and increased productivity.
- Participated in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall supply chain performance and delivering better value for the organization.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and maintaining updated records.
- Assisted team members with resolving discrepancies or issues related to purchase orders, facilitating smoother transactions.
- Inventory control practices by identified SLOBS, cycles counts
Research Assistant
HSRC
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Supply Chain Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Honours in Logistics
North West University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Operations With Logistics Management
North West University
04.2001 -
Skills
Problem-solving
Requirements gathering
Analytical thinking
Project management
Data analysis
SQL
Business process mapping
Stakeholder management
Microsoft Office
Power BI
Certification
Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA)
Timeline
Business Systems Analysts (UCT)
01-2025
Junior Supply Chain Business Analyst
Omnia Holdings
04.2024 - Current
Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA)
02-2024
Junior Supply Chain Consultant
CCIG
04.2023 - 03.2024
Supply Chain Intern
SA BIOMEDICAL
08.2022 - 03.2023
Research Assistant
HSRC
11.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Philosophy - Supply Chain Management
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Honours in Logistics
North West University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Operations With Logistics Management
North West University
04.2001 -