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Marriam Mahuwa

Marriam Mahuwa

Johannesburg,South Africa

Summary

Focused purchaser, Inventory controller and Logistics Clerk with impressive track record in collaborative, cross-functional teamwork within high-pressure environments. Adept at project planning and managing multiple accounts at once. Dedicated to improving company sales goals and meeting business objectives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Inventory controller

Hydac Technology
Johannesburg, South Africa
03.2025 - Current
  • Maintain key customer contracts (OEM's)
  • Stock code creations and updating supplier information on part numbers
  • Drive redundant stock, run with re-order report and keep inventory at optimum levels
  • Oversee inventory master data
  • Capture /Load new and/or update vendor list
  • Assist with annual stock take preparations & take part in annual stock count
  • Assist in resolving creditors queries & financial year end requirements
  • Provide training and assistance to internal and external customers as and when required
  • Ensure compliance to ISO and health and safety requirements
  • Perform any reasonable and lawful duties as required by management from time to time.
  • Investigated missing items, discrepancies and losses.
  • Provide back-up to buyers and Logistics controller
  • Coordinated with sales team for better understanding of customer demands, improved inventory planning accordingly.
  • Collaborated with procurement team, streamlined ordering process to avoid overstocking or shortages.
  • Managed the receipt of new product shipments, maintained smooth supply chain flow.
  • Monitored slow-moving items, initiated appropriate strategies to clear them off efficiently.
  • Managed cycle counts regularly for accurate inventory reporting and analysis.
  • Worked closely with demand planner for forecast accuracy.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts to receive favourable pricing and shipping terms.
  • Adjusted inventory levels to keep obsolescence and cost low.

Purchaser and Expeditor (Local & Foreign)

Hydac Technology (Pty)Ltd
Johannesburg, South Africa
03.2020 - 02.2025
  • Conducted market research to identify potential new vendors and products.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes for improved efficiency and cost savings.
  • Fostered strong supplier relationships by negotiating contracts and managing orders.
  • Negotiated better prices through strategic sourcing, driving cost reduction.
  • Purchase order processing
  • Import & Export
  • Incoterms
  • Arrange payment accordingly based on the agreed payment terms
  • Maintain positive relationships with suppliers for better pricing and terms of service.
  • Worked closely with other departments to understand their procurement needs.
  • Managed purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
  • Complete foreign costing and IBT process
  • Inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels at all times.
  • Forecasted demand levels to inform purchasing decisions.
  • Liaised with third party suppliers to facilitate shipment of materials, reducing lead times.
  • Assist with training new staff

Local Engineering Purchaser and Expeditor

Hydac Technology (Pty)Ltd
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2018 - 02.2020
  • Issue requests for quotations on materials and services required.
  • Review requisitions and compile bid documentations to facilitate competitive.
  • Converting of requisitions to purchase order and obtaining approval from management.
  • Purchase of Assets, Consumables, projects stock etc..
  • Ensure placements of the orders and purchase of materials is conducted as per company policy and procedures. - Identify and develop BBBEE suppliers.
  • Negotiate payment terms and conditions of purchase. - Inform functional staff and vendors regarding procedural requirements. - Maintain purchasing documents, files and records and follow up files of purchases and related matters. - Expedite orders to ensure that materials are delivered on promised dates.
  • Inform initiators regarding the delays
  • Process Local Tax Invoices in ERP system (SAGE). - Where appropriate, inspect products received for quality and quantity to ensure adherence to specifications.
  • Coordinated the return of defective goods, ensuring replacements or refunds were promptly received.
  • Investigated and resolved supply chain issues through root cause analysis, escalating causes for concern to management.
  • Assist accounts/finance with all queries related to procurement department.


Administrative receptionist

Hydac Technology (Pty)Ltd
Johannesburg, Gauteng
11.2015 - 06.2018
  • Maintained an organised reception area for a professional business environment.
  • Served as the initial point of contact for guests, providing warm greetings and helpful assistance upon arrival.
  • Managed phone calls, resulting in effective communication flow within the company.
  • Coordinated office supplies orders to keep necessary materials available at all times.
  • Prepared meeting rooms before and after use, maintaining a neat appearance at all times.
  • Utilised multi-line telephone system to manage incoming calls effectively.
  • Answered and helped resolve enquiries from clients, vendors and general public.
  • Collected and distributed incoming mail, employing strict confidentiality throughout.
  • Issued visitor and contractor passes and recorded visits on security system.
  • Coordinated travel flights, accommodation and itineraries for office staff.

Education

Grade 12 - ACCOUNTING

Tshiungulela Secondary School
Limpopo / South Africa
01.2004 - 12.2010

NQF Level 5 - STRATEGIC SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Advanced Assessment & Training (Pty)Ltd
South Africa
01.2024 - 12.2024

RECEPTIONIST SECRETARY CERTIFICATE -

Boston College
South Africa
02.2016 - 11.2017

Skills

  • Supplier interaction
  • Just-In-Time inventory system use
  • Warehouse operations understanding
  • Demand variability assessment
  • Stock control management
  • Safety compliance
  • Customer relations
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Shipping handling
  • Stock returns processing
  • SAGE stock control software
  • Customer Service
  • Strong erp systems knowledge
  • Supplier performance evaluation
  • Purchasing system operation
  • Procurement regulations knowledge
  • Multitasking
  • Procurement
  • Purchasing and logistics
  • Freight forwarding
  • ERP systems knowledge
  • Just In Time stock control
  • Stock ordering
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Purchase order generating
  • Stock control
  • Purchasing procedures
  • Purchasing procedures knowledge
  • Supply and demand forecasting

REFERENCE

Tsholofelo Mogapi

Procurement Specialist/Manager

087 163 5075


Isaac Sigasa

Warehouse/Logistics Manager

087 163 5033

060 967 2051



Timeline

Inventory controller

Hydac Technology
03.2025 - Current

NQF Level 5 - STRATEGIC SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Advanced Assessment & Training (Pty)Ltd
01.2024 - 12.2024

Purchaser and Expeditor (Local & Foreign)

Hydac Technology (Pty)Ltd
03.2020 - 02.2025

Local Engineering Purchaser and Expeditor

Hydac Technology (Pty)Ltd
07.2018 - 02.2020

RECEPTIONIST SECRETARY CERTIFICATE -

Boston College
02.2016 - 11.2017

Administrative receptionist

Hydac Technology (Pty)Ltd
11.2015 - 06.2018

Grade 12 - ACCOUNTING

Tshiungulela Secondary School
01.2004 - 12.2010

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