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Mouna Cox

Procurement Administrator
Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Summary

A dedicated and accomplished professional with a comprehensive educational background across the Procurement and Supply Chain and Organizational Communication from both the Chartered Institute of Supply Chain (CIPS) and the University of South Africa. Bolstered by additional qualifications in Financial Accounting and Bookkeeping. I bring a unique blend of expertise in procurement, communication and financial domains. Adept in order processing and contract management with a drive for lean processes and systems optimization. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Procurement Administrator

VEGA Instruments SA
10.2018 - Current
  • Oversee seamless handling and processing of all orders directed to our factory in Germany, ensuring timely delivery and production alignment.
  • Oversee financial administration and allocation of funds to correct customer profiles whilst keeping track of credit limits to ensure customers do not exceed limits.
  • Communicate frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
  • Monitor safety stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
  • Maintain effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.

Internal Sales

VEGA Instruments SA
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • Establish and nurture lasting relationships with both new and existing clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are consistently met.
  • Researched and identified possible new accounts for sales development.

Corporate Communications Manager

Korea Resources Corporation South Africa Office
01.2013 - 03.2018
  • Conducted in-depth research on African mining news, culminating in comprehensive reports that highlighted potential investment avenues within the Energy and Mining sectors.

Public Relations Freelancer/Journalist

Pan-African Parliament
01.2010 - 11.2016
  • Oversaw protocol responsibilities for parliamentary sessions and events.

Executive Assistant

Khupane Attorneys
11.2010 - 04.2013
  • Efficiently invoicing clients for premium legal services delivered.

Education

MCIPS, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management - Procurement And Supply

CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
United Kingdom
01.2022 - 04.2024

Master of Science -

University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
Johannesburg South Africa
01.2018 - 05.2022

Certificate, Portuguese Language and Literature -

University of The Witwatersrand
01.2017 - 04.2017

Bachelor's Degree, Honours in Organisational Communication -

University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
Johannesburg South Africa
08.2015 - 04.2016

Bachelor's Degree, BA Communication Science - undefined

University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
01.2013 - 04.2015

Associate's Degree, Financial Accounting - undefined

Birnam Business College
01.2008 - 05.2010

Skills

    Partnership-building

    Operations Management

    Administrative Efficiency

    Risk Management

    Risk Assessment

    Stakeholder Management

    Report Writing

    Contract Negotiation

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Timeline

MCIPS, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management - Procurement And Supply

CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
01.2022 - 04.2024

Procurement Administrator

VEGA Instruments SA
10.2018 - Current

Internal Sales

VEGA Instruments SA
04.2018 - 10.2018

Master of Science -

University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
01.2018 - 05.2022

Certificate, Portuguese Language and Literature -

University of The Witwatersrand
01.2017 - 04.2017

Bachelor's Degree, Honours in Organisational Communication -

University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
08.2015 - 04.2016

Corporate Communications Manager

Korea Resources Corporation South Africa Office
01.2013 - 03.2018

Bachelor's Degree, BA Communication Science - undefined

University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
01.2013 - 04.2015

Executive Assistant

Khupane Attorneys
11.2010 - 04.2013

Public Relations Freelancer/Journalist

Pan-African Parliament
01.2010 - 11.2016

Associate's Degree, Financial Accounting - undefined

Birnam Business College
01.2008 - 05.2010
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