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Mwamba Museka

Lusaka

Summary

Dynamic procurement specialist and team leader with a proven track record at Parmalat-Lactalis Zambia, adept in supplier relationship management and Microsoft Excel. Excelled in optimizing procurement processes and inventory control, enhancing operational efficiency by implementing strategic cost-saving measures. Skilled in fostering vendor relations and leading teams to exceed sales KPIs through effective decision-making and motivational leadership. Focused on locating materials, researching suppliers, and overseeing bidding processes. Excellent relationship-manager and organizer with a systematic approach and solid communication skills. Familiar with procurement processes and requirements.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Procurement specialist

Parmalat-Lactalis Zambia
Lusaka
06.2024 - Current
  • Sourcing, purchasing and acquiring goods and services required for organizational operations while ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness
  • Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, clarify requirements and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
  • Prepared and processed purchase orders, ensuring accuracy to procurement policies
  • Monitored stock levels, collaborated with inventory teams, and ensured optimal replenishment to prevent shortages
  • Maintained accurate procurement records, ensured compliance with organizational standards, and supported audits when required
  • Addressed procurement-related issues, including delivery delays or quality discrepancies, in collaboration with suppliers

Warehouse Supervisor

Parmalat-Lactalis Zambia
Lusaka
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts and ensured compliance with QHSE
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety
  • Monitored and managed out of stock levels
  • Minimized stock dumps
  • Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility
  • Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions
  • Identified process improvement opportunities within the warehouse environment.
  • Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
  • Employed first-in-first-out protocols to reduce waste.

Assistant manager

Chilenga Guest House
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain costs and meet customer demands
  • Worked with store manager to develop action plans to increase performance and exceed sales KPIs
  • Oversaw daily operations of store, including inventory and supply restocking, cash-handling and assisting customers
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired high-performing individuals, developing passionate, dedicated teams
  • Maintained store appearance, including shelving organisation, store layout and visual merchandise planning
  • Enforced company policies and guidelines for all employees
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.

Procurement Intern

Local Government Kabwe Municipal Council
Kabwe
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in reviewing departmental requisitions and assists City personnel with the procurement of goods and services by expediting the procurement process and ensuring compliance with related codes
  • Assisted in placing purchase orders for supplies and Materials
  • Handled each step to procure the requirements from the requestor in the company
  • Assisted the Stores department with Issuing Stock and Fuel and kept records

Education

Bachelor of Science - Purchasing in Supply

The Copperbelt University
Kitwe
01-2024

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Problem solving
  • Trouble shooting
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Motivational
  • Tenacious
  • Works well under pressure
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Internet proficiency
  • Excellent Communication
  • Reporting skills
  • Product tracking
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Price dispute resolution
  • Purchase order creation
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Order placement
  • Knowledgeable in [software]

Affiliations

Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS), Member

Languages

  • English
  • Bemba

References

  • Mr. Mulemwa Imoolo, Warehouse Manager, Lactalis Zambia, +260 979575942, Mulemwa.Imoolo@zm.Lactalis.com
  • Mr. Emmie Musonda, Operations Manager, Daicalo Zambia, +260 967320851
  • Mr. Mutale Kafwilo, Manager, Chilenga Guest House, +260 966004500

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/27/02
  • Nationality: Zambian

Locations

  • Lusaka, Zambia

Accomplishments

I got promoted from warehouse supervisor to procurement specialist in less than six months at Parmalat Lactalis.

Certification

  • Awarded a certificate in anti-corruption
  • Awarded a certificate in inclusive leadership

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Procurement specialist

Parmalat-Lactalis Zambia
06.2024 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

Parmalat-Lactalis Zambia
01.2024 - 05.2024

Assistant manager

Chilenga Guest House
02.2023 - 12.2023

Procurement Intern

Local Government Kabwe Municipal Council
11.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Purchasing in Supply

The Copperbelt University

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