Michelle Masindi Cronje
City of Johannesburg
Summary
Good day, I am currently employed as a Procurement Officer at iMile Delivery RSA in the supply chain and logistics industry, generating reports monthly and working thoroughly on projects. I have worked for Krones Southern Africa as a junior buyer in the food and beverage industry, utilizing SAP MRP thoroughly. I also have exposure to the receiving department doing GRVs, palletization, etc., while working as a procurement intern at Bridgestone (tyre manufacturing industry). Skilled in navigating complex procurement processes and adept at managing vendor relationships. With background in implementing cost-saving strategies without compromising on quality or efficiency. Strengths include strong negotiation skills, ability to analyze market trends, and proficiency in procurement software. Made impactful contributions by streamlining procurement procedures, leading to smoother operations and enhanced productivity. Detail-oriented procurement specialist proudly offering several years' experience in tracking and managing orders from the vendor through to the consumer. Hardworking professional known for finding the best price on goods. Attentive to deadlines in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
iMile Delivery
City of Johannesburg
09.2024 - Current
- Creating purchase orders, non-stock items, etc.
- Managing and analyzing budget spend and ROI.
- Undertaking business needs assessment, supply market analysis, and commercial risk assessment to inform procurement planning and sourcing decisions.
- Reviewing field office procurement records to ensure compliance, maintaining appropriate purchase documentation, and obtaining the necessary approvals.
- Developing and administering contract management plans, negotiating changes and modifications, managing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance requirements through effective supplier relationships to enhance business outcomes.
- Planning and leading contract negotiations in the establishment and review of supply arrangements to deliver value-for-money procurement outcomes.
- Managing categories & large areas of expenditure
- Engaging supply markets and internal stakeholders positively to achieve effective communication and conditioning.
- Analyzing all internal and external procurement information to effectively develop supply base strategies for major procurement projects.
- Reviewed invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Generated periodic reports related to procurement activities for senior management review.
- Investigated and analyzed client complaints to identify and resolve issues.
- Implemented strategies for reducing costs associated with purchasing goods and services without compromising on quality or service level agreements.
- Developed relationships with vendors to gain best terms for procurement, refurbishing, and rebuilding machinery and equipment.
- Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
- Ensured that all purchases were made in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Drove customer feedback to deliver information to management for corrective action.
- Stayed up to date on market trends, prices and vendor options.
- Diminished merchandise production down time, ensuring quality control while verifying assembly and creating new packaging.
- Coordinated with other departments in order to resolve discrepancies between orders placed and deliveries received.
- Negotiated and finalized vendor contracts in order to optimize pricing structures and delivery schedules.
- Performed regular audits of existing contracts and purchase orders against actual usage data collected from various departments within the organization.
- Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.
Junior Buyer
Krones SA
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Krones SA operates in the Food and Beverage industry
- Creating purchase orders on SAP
- Order confirmations
- Expediting
- Adding Vendors & suppliers to the system
- Planning for the purchase of equipment, services and supplies
- Monitoring and enforcing the company's procurement policies and procedures
- Reviewing, comparing, evaluating and approving products and services
- Managing inventories and maintaining accurate records
- Maintaining and updating supplier information
- Maintaining good supplier relations
- Negotiating contracts
- Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers
- Preparing budgets, cost analyses and reports
- Krones SA operates in the Food and Beverage industry
- Synchronized supply chain inventory with customer demand to mitigate excess and obsolete inventory.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline purchasing processes and reduce costs.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Assessed supplier performance against agreed service levels.
- Prepared and presented reports on purchasing activities, savings achieved, and challenges faced to management.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.
- Implemented contractual documentation into purchase order, encompassing corporate and government requirements.
- Liaised with accounting and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies.
- Negotiated pricing for apparel and accessories from vendors to secure optimal pricing and keep costs low.
- Developed relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of materials.
- Negotiated with suppliers to obtain best prices, terms and delivery times.
- Maintained purchasing records such as item descriptions, lead time and pricing information.
- Evaluated quotations received from prospective suppliers to award purchase orders.
Logistics/ Supply Chain Graduate (procurement)
Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Brits
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Bridgestone operates in the Tyre manufacturing industry
- SAP MM and WM experience
- Analysing existing systems and offering new ideas for improvement
- Conducting research and assisting manager or supervisor
- Completing field work and visiting different work sites
- Gathering information on the company
- Participating in meetings, workshops and team-building events
- Taking notes on experiences and keeping a log of things learned
- Bringing positive energy into the company and forming lasting professionalism
- Upholding a good name for the company at all times
- Additional tasks according to business unit and gaining on-the-job training
- Bridgestone operates in the Tyre manufacturing industry
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Administrative Assistant
Lamo Solar
Midrand
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Create and update records and databases with personnel, financial and other data
- Track stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary
- Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.)
- Manage agendas/travel arrangements/appointments etc
- For the upper management
- Coordinate office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance to company policies
- Supply Chain Management
- Assist colleagues whenever necessary
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
- Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom - Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
01.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA - Business Administration and Management, General
IIE Rosebank College
01.2018
Higher certificate in Business principles and Practices - Business Administration and Management, General
IIE Rosebank College
12.2015
Matric Certifacte - Business/Commerce, General
Khwevha Commercial school
12.2014
Skills
- Vendor Contracts
- Purchase order management
- Contract negotiation
- Supplier relationship management
- Budget management
- Inventory control
- Project management
- Document preparation
- Global sourcing
- Strategic sourcing
- Operations management
- Purchase order creation
- Price dispute resolution
- Shipment verification
- Supply chain management
- Logistics management
- Supply chain forecasting
- Purchasing
- Materials purchasing
- Vendor relations
- Time management abilities
- Quality control
- Financial analysis
- Procurement activity coordination
- Organizational skills
- Communications
- Problem-solving abilities
- Invoice verification
- Contract negotiations
- Goods Receipt
- Data analysis
- Budget Management
- Procurement process
Certification
- Leading Others
- Microsoft Excel 2013 Certification
- SAP Certified Application Professional - Logistics Execution & Warehouse Mgmt. with SAP ERP 6.0 EHP5
- Microsoft PowerPoint 2013
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Taking a walk
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
iMile Delivery
09.2024 - Current
Junior Buyer
Krones SA
02.2023 - 08.2024
Logistics/ Supply Chain Graduate (procurement)
Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd
02.2021 - 01.2023
Administrative Assistant
Lamo Solar
03.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom - Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA - Business Administration and Management, General
IIE Rosebank College
Higher certificate in Business principles and Practices - Business Administration and Management, General
IIE Rosebank College
Matric Certifacte - Business/Commerce, General
Khwevha Commercial school
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