Nthabiseng Ngwenya

As a Sourcing and Contracts Specialist at MTN Group, my role revolves around ensuring the effective and efficient procurement of goods and services, both contracted and non-contracted, while upholding compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and agreements. My responsibilities also involve supporting the company's procurement objectives and targets through strategic compliance and policy application.

• Maintained open lines of communication with stakeholders throughout the contracting process to ensure transparency and alignment on expectations.
• Optimized existing contracts through renegotiation efforts based on market changes or shifting business priorities.
• Developed comprehensive procurement strategies to optimize supplier selection, resulting in cost savings and improved service levels.
• Streamlined internal contract management processes by implementing a centralized database for tracking and monitoring contractual agreements.
• Coordinated efforts across departments during the RFP/RFQ process, ensuring all relevant information was considered during supplier selection.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for efficient contract development, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Managed a diverse portfolio of contracts, maintaining organized records for easy access and reference.
• Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, achieving cost reductions while maintaining quality standards.
• Reduced contract approval times by conducting thorough reviews and promptly addressing any discrepancies or concerns.
• Collaborated closely with legal counsel to draft, review, and finalize contractual agreements that met both parties'' needs.
• Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
• Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
• Prepared and issued reports on contract performance and compliance.
• Tracked contract milestones and updated stakeholders to facilitate project progress.

Company Overview: Manufacturing Industry- Tyre

• Identification of transactions that can be observed as irregular, wasteful, and fruitless expenditures.
• Provide a management response for audit queries, request, and submit it to the manager.
• Managed the P2P process from start to finish.
• Managed demand, procurement, and supervised sourcing for goods and services.
• Executed sourcing requirements in accordance with the SCM framework, service standards, and SLAs.
• Managed sourcing, tendering, compliance, and SCM.
• Handled supplier queries and provided feedback.
• Monitored PO status and expected reception.
• Ensured proper record-keeping and documentation of processes.
• Performed basic project management tasks.
• Managed audit queries on procurement processes.
• Prepared and raised RFQs, RFPs, and purchase orders.
• Worked closely with the engineering department for spare parts procurement.
• Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
• Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
• Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
• Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.

Company Overview: Manufacturing Industry- Tyre

• Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
• Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
• Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction in the supply chain.
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills, consistently obtaining favorable pricing and payment terms from suppliers.
• Improved supplier relationships through effective communication and timely resolution of issues.
• Maintained accurate records of all procurement activities, facilitating efficient audit processes and regulatory compliance.
• Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and purchase agreements with vendors.
• Prepared detailed reports on procurement activities for senior management review, providing insights into purchasing trends and potential areas of improvement.
• Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
• Developed and improved account relationships.

Company Overview: Manufacturing Industry- Tyre

• Actively participated in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute valuable insights as a valued team member effectively collaborating across departments for optimum results.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes and systems.
• Assisted senior team members with the development and execution of strategic plans to achieve desired outcomes.
• Contributed to the success of multiple projects by providing critical support during all stages of development and implementation.
• Applied strong attention to detail while reviewing documents or analyzing data, ensuring accuracy in all deliverables.
• Proactively sought out opportunities for professional growth through workshops, seminars, and networking events.
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving abilities by identifying issues early on and implementing creative solutions when needed.
• Improved overall team productivity by identifying areas for improvement and suggesting actionable solutions.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously with ease, showcasing exceptional organizational skills throughout the internship period.