SAP
Phumudzo Mokgolo
Procurement Specialist
Johannesburg
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented professional promoting expertise in supply chain planning. Confident Procurement Specialist knowledgeable in managing vendor relations, tracking products and the methods needed to obtain the best pricing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement Specialist
National Health Laboratory Services
Johannesburg
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Promoted superior customer experiences by leveraging understanding of color, trends, styles, benefits and product value perception.
- Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.
- Analyzed market trends and identified optimal sources of supply to maximize cost savings.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
- Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.
- Evaluated supplier performance and identified areas for improvement.
- Negotiated with vendors on freight costs, cutting shipping prices by Number%.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- Implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
- Utilized software to order, track and invoice product shipments.
- Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
- Reduced production downtime by overseeing quality control and assembly.
Buyer
Eskom Holdings
Emalahleni
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
- Studied and monitored market trends to identify potential suppliers.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
Order Processing Specialist
Dimension Data
Sandton
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Processed cash payments and credit and debit card transactions.
- Completed accurate order entry and data verification.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Assisted customers with product and service selections.
Education
Bachelor Of Commerce In Accounting - Accounting
University of Venda
Limpopo 01.2007 - 05.2012
Diploma In Supply Chain - Supply Chain
Chartered Institute For Procurement
Johannesburg 11.2018 - Current
Skills
Price dispute resolution
undefinedSoftware
ORACLE
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
National Health Laboratory Services
10.2022 - 04.2023
Diploma In Supply Chain - Supply Chain
Chartered Institute For Procurement
11.2018 - Current
Buyer
Eskom Holdings
04.2017 - 12.2020
Order Processing Specialist
Dimension Data
08.2014 - 03.2017
Bachelor Of Commerce In Accounting - Accounting
University of Venda
01.2007 - 05.2012
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