Tania Lisa
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Gauteng
Summary
Proven Assistant Buyer at Kwikot (Pty) Ltd, adept in trend assessment and competitive sourcing. Excelled in optimizing procurement processes and fostering supplier relationships, enhancing inventory efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and effective communication, contributing to significant process improvements and collaborative team success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6053
6053
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Buyer
Kwikot Pty)Ltd
04.2023 - Current
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Conducted data analysis on historical purchase trends to identify high-volume products and cost-saving opportunities.
- Drafted supplier contracts and reviewed procurement compliance to ensure alignment with company policies and regulations.
- Received and processed requisitions from stakeholders, verifying specifications and ensuring alignment with procurement procedures.
- Sourced and evaluated three competitive supplier quotations to ensure best value for company purchases, and negotiate for better pricing
- Sourced new suppliers and added them to the approved supplier database after completing all required evaluations and checks.
- Raise & issue Purchase orders on SAGE & liaise with suppliers to ensure on time delivery of goods
- Ensure PO's are raised according to SOP put in place & procurement policies.
- Provide procurement support to internal stakeholders and their RFQ, generated purchase orders for non-stock items based on approved requisitions
- Coordinate with maintenance depart. heads to understand their spec & drawings for spares and consumables requested.
- Work closely with suppliers to ensure maintenance spares and consumables are delivered on-time, to minimize production being compromised.
- Ensure stock levels items for maintenance spares are at adequate level.
- Working with stores manager to keep inventory track & updating on spreadsheet.
- Maintained positive supplier relationships through regular communication, performance follow-ups, and issue resolution.
- Work closely with the receiving team, to ensure invoices are receipted & captured in order to follow up for payment with finance team.
- Maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders by providing timely support and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Update and capture NCR's acquired during production & present in pivot.
- Provided regular feedback on stock levels and procurement progress through detailed Excel reports and presentations.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings
Lean Consultant (Internship)
Electrolux South Africa (Pty) Ltd
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Analyze & track production duration & production processes.
- Design process flow charts.
- Conduct time & motion studies.
- Implemented Line balance in different departments in order to mitigate waste,while implementing the 7 wastes to the project.
- Identifying problems within the production lines that are part of the 7wastes & implementation of the root course analysis.
- Analyze data & present in graphs and excel spreadsheets
- Conducted value stream mapping exercises, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Supported continuous improvement culture by conducting regular walks and engaging employees at all levels of the organization.
- Promoted employee involvement through which led to increased innovation.
- Managed change effectively throughout projects, ensuring smooth transition with minimal disruption to operations.
- Streamlined workflows by eliminating non-value-added activities resulting in reduced lead times.
- Introduced standardized work procedures leading to consistent results across departments.
- Presented findings and recommendations to senior management for strategic decision-making purposes based on project outcomes.
Service Administrator -Internship
Electrolux South Africa (Pty) Ltd
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Capture invoices for local & cross boarder Service providers on CRM.
- Systems updates for geyser & AEG appliances on CRM.
- Communicate with Service providers, maintaining close relations.
- Attend to Service providers queries regarding payment.
- Update job cards & geyser replacements on the system.
Fieldworker Supervisor
Statistics South Africa
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Enhanced team collaboration through clear communication and mutual support during field tasks.
- Conducted the Census 2022 surveys
- Improved field productivity by implementing efficient work procedures and time management strategies.
- Sign off work completed & report daily progress to my supervisor.
- Solve arising problems in the field my team experiences
Education
Diploma In Procurement & Supply (CIPS Level 4) - Procurement
Amilak Training Center
Higher Certificate In Business Management - Commerce
The IIE Rosebank College
Certificate In Microsoft Office - Microsoft Office
Damelin College
Matric - Grade 12
Dawnview High School
Skills
Trend assessment
Competitive sourcing
Data analysis
Product Effective communication
Excel
Price negotiation
Proficiency in Sage
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Decision-Making
Teamwork and
Collaboration Planning and Coordination
Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
Diploma in Operations Management
Education
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Timeline
Certificate in SQL for data analysis
01-2024
Lean six sigma: Yellow belt
07-2023
Diploma in Operations Management
06-2023
Assistant Buyer
Kwikot Pty)Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Lean Consultant (Internship)
Electrolux South Africa (Pty) Ltd
01.2023 - 11.2023
Service Administrator -Internship
Electrolux South Africa (Pty) Ltd
11.2022 - 01.2023
Fieldworker Supervisor
Statistics South Africa
02.2022 - 04.2022
Diploma In Procurement & Supply (CIPS Level 4) - Procurement
Amilak Training Center
Higher Certificate In Business Management - Commerce
The IIE Rosebank College
Certificate In Microsoft Office - Microsoft Office
Damelin College
Matric - Grade 12
Dawnview High School