SAP Ariba
Monica Jakanani
Procurement Officer
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Hardworking Procurement professional with 8 years of experience maintaining vendor relationships to facilitate cost-effective and timely purchasing functions. Excellent negotiation and contract development skills .
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Officer
Image@work Pty Ltd
07.2016 - Current
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly to maintain reliable supply chain operations and address issues promptly.
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Ensured compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and industry standards in all procurement activities.
- Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication, timely payments, and transparent dealings.
- Achieved cost savings by conducting thorough market research before initiating the purchasing process.
Account Executive
Image@work Pty Ltd
08.2014 - Current
- Sales and revenue generation through meeting and exceeding set monthly targets
- Stakeholder engagement to develop customized solutions for clients
- Established long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations, solidifying the company's reputation as a trusted partner in their respective industries
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Trained junior team members on best practices for account executive responsibilities, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Delivered informative presentations to potential clients, showcasing the unique value of products or services offered.
Project Management
Image@work Pty Ltd
08.2014 - Current
- Meeting with clients to understand their project goals and requirements
- Establishing and managing project scope
- Planning projects with department managers and budget formulations
- Contributing to client proposals and quotes
- Scheduling and hosting a project kickoff meeting, along with frequent check-ins
- Assigning tasks and responsibilities
- Streamlining communication between internal team members
- Sending progress updates to clients
- Delivering the final project and summary to the client
Staff Supervision and Development
Image@work Pty Ltd
08.2014 - Current
- Employee performance monitoring and evaluation
- Coordinating with staff members on sourcing status
- Leave authorization and planning
- Training new staff on the processes and procedures in the organization
- Organized staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education opportunities to promote ongoing professional development among employees.
Education
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement And Supply -
Amilak Training Centre
Roodepoort, South Africa 04.2001 - 11.2023
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement And Supply -
Amilak Training Centre
01.2024 - Current
Skills
Strategic Sourcing
Contract Negotiation
Supplier Relationship Management
Account Management
Procurement Process Optimization
Cross-functional Teams Collaboration
Market Research
Vendor Performance Evaluation
Risk Assessment
Excellent Communication Skills
Affiliations
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS Member)
References
Emily Maranyane
Title : Manager
Company : Image At Work Pty Ltd
Contact : 0117915354
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Zimbabwean with South African Permanent Residency
- Date of Birth: 07/11/93
Software
Microsoft Excel
Coupa
Quickbooks
Certification
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Timeline
CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement And Supply -
Amilak Training Centre
01.2024 - Current
CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
06-2022
Procurement Officer
Image@work Pty Ltd
07.2016 - Current
Account Executive
Image@work Pty Ltd
08.2014 - Current
Project Management
Image@work Pty Ltd
08.2014 - Current
Staff Supervision and Development
Image@work Pty Ltd
08.2014 - Current
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement And Supply -
Amilak Training Centre
04.2001 - 11.2023
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