Sibongakonke Mntambo

Managed demand and materials planning by monitoring MRP to ensure on-time order distribution aligned with productionloads, planning loads with production plants, and communicating/monitoring transit with transporters. Fostered stakeholdercollaboration through continuous engagement with customers, suppliers, plants, and transporters to clarify requirementsand resolve bottlenecks, ensuring smooth material flow. Oversee supplier management and performance by building strongrelationships with internal/external clients, developing and maintaining supplier service measurements, and coordinating non-conformance registers with the technical team to drive corrective actions. Prepared and distributed proactive excel reports,coordinated and monitored open orders and purchase requestions, and managed documentation for imports/exports, ensuringaccuracy of shipment-related records. Mitigated risks by conducting root-cause analysis on supply disruptions and implementingstrategies to protect production continuity. Ensured compliance and ethics by upholding the Code of Conduct and ensuringgovernance in all procurement activities. Optimized costs through negotiating MOQs and pricing, collaborating with stakeholdersto identify cost-effective sourcing strategies and supplier innovations, and escalating issues as necessary. Enhanced inventoryvisibility for forecasting by monitoring stock levels, monitoring quarterly stock takes and providing industry trend analyses tosuppliers for informed procurement decisions. conducting quarterly and annual end-to-end sourcing processes, including marketanalysis and RFP/RF preparation.

• Oversaw operational procurement and vendor performance at various commercial locations.
• Secured and analyzed competitive bids to facilitate economical procurement choices.
• Led negotiations on supplier pricing and SLA conditions to yield better commercial results.
• Managed contract lifecycles and upheld necessary compliance records.
• Addressed and rectified invoice mismatches and PO queries to expedite payment processes.
• Generated and delivered monthly reports detailing procurement performance.
• Supervised the onboarding, compliance checks, and performance monitoring of vendors.
• Ensured the accuracy of MRP master data and weekly reports.
• Successfully enhanced vendor compliance and SLA attainment.
• Decreased delays in procurement processing via refined reporting mechanisms.
• Improved cost control by utilizing competitive sourcing methodologies.

• Executed comprehensive procurement cycles for Opex and Capex, from initiation to completion.
• Handled RFQ/RFP procedures for transactions valued up to R1 million.
• Created scope of work documents and evaluated supplier proposals using structured BOQ methods.
• Provided authorization for recommended quotes within the defined Delegation of Authority (DOA).
• Spearheaded emergency procurement initiatives under stringent time constraints.
• Ensured procurement activities and records consistently met audit compliance standards.
• Supervised awarded contracts to verify timely service provision.
• Maintained full compliance with procurement policies during all audit reviews.
• Achieved a faster turnaround time for critical procurement needs.
• Improved cost controls by implementing structured bid evaluation techniques.

Experienced SCM Specialist with a proven track record in public sector procurement and construction tendering processes.Expertin Bid Governance, successfully guiding Specification, Evaluation, and Adjudication committees (BSC, BEC, BAC) on tenders upto and exceeding R2 million.Data-Driven Administrator skilled in advanced Excel analytics, pivot tables, and managing the end-to-end CIDB portal lifecycle.Collaborative Communicator who seamlessly bridges gaps between internal departments, externalservice providers, and entities like the IDT.Results-Focused Coordinator dedicated to tracking contract lifecycles, ensuring timelyproject commencement, and mitigating compliance risks.

Asset Control & Systems Management Administere the HardCat system to maintain an accurate, fully compliant departmentalasset register in line with general accounting practices. Le annual physical asset verifications and quarterly stock-takes,reconciling physical stock, bin cards, and electronic counts to ensure zero discrepancies. Manage asset lifecycle tracking,ensuring all items were valued correctly, assigned to the appropriate custodians, and backed by flawless movementdocumentation. Enforce strict preventative controls across East Boom CHC and associated clinics to eliminate asset theft,loss, wastage, and misuse. Conducte quarterly asset management lectures for healthcare Operating Managers to drive policyawareness and institutional compliance. Operation, Reporting & Analytics Chaire regional SCM meetings and presented monthlyperformance reports to senior management to drive operational transparency. Develope advanced Excel pivot tables to trackproject timelines, contract extensions, and milestone delivery for management reporting. Consolidate complex compliance data,producing NSI reports, risk analyses, management reports, and electronic inventory records for the finance unit. Manage theCIDB portal lifecycle, accurately publishing new tender advertisements, award information, cancellations, and project addendums.Execute core procurement actions, including conducting rigorous tender compliance screening and compiling accurate purchaseorders. Logistic, Storage & Contract Management Optimize supply chain logistics, managing the efficient forward and reverseflow of stored goods while ensuring quality assurance checks met strict audit standards. Monitore supplier deliveries and transitlogs to verify SLA compliance, maintain accurate transport authority records, and ensure high customer satisfaction. Developedand executed compliant asset disposal plans, identifying redundant or unserviceable goods for Board of Survey approval andmeticulous recordings