EMMY ISSA ROMANSHI
Supply Chain Specialist
Riverside
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected 17 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Specialist
Romabel Limited
Chingola
01.2022 - Current
- Prepare a comprehensive study for Sourcing, Warehousing,
- Lead supply chain improvement efforts through management of carrier relationships, customs activities and international security measures.
- Discovered most reliable and cost-effective shipping methods by analyzing previous shipment data.
- Advise top management and Exco's of companies on improvement towards the entire value chain for Supply Chain functions
- Engage with clients to prepare strategy for sustainable Supply Chain
- Provide techno-commercial support to small and medium enterprises to streamline their warehouse operations ,Inventory
- Management and other process improvement initiatives including change management
- Managing supply chain including strategic sourcing activities
- Design, prepare and provide training to organizations on need basis for managers and other employees on supply chain.
Procurement Expert
Cowater international
Lusaka
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Designing pre-qualification frameworks for potential bidders to establish their eligibility to participate in the full tender process
- Managing a pre-qualification process, and making recommendations on eligible parties to participate in the full tender process;
- Preparing technical and commercial criteria for tenderers to respond to the RFP in conjunction with the project team for all disciplines;
- Preparing tender documents in conjunction with technical and legal advisors
- Providing response to technical queries from tenderers before the bid submission date in accordance with the bid rules;
- Designing a tender evaluation framework and ensure that bids are received and evaluated in accordance with agreed protocols and timelines
- Demonstrate that the processes followed is consistent with local and international best practices, and compliant with Zambian public procurement standards (ZPPA);
- Liaising with the Zambia Public Procurement Authority and other regulators and public authorities, to the extent required for efficient project implementation;
- Working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team (including technical, financial and legal experts) to provide balanced analysis of the different procurement options and practical suggestions on how best to meet the requirements in securing a competitive bid solution
Superintendent
Lubambe Copper Mines
Chililabombwe
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managing and coordinating procurement, warehousing processes, Inventory Management and Logistics for the entire company
- Tracking and reporting key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Interaction with end users and outside consultants to develop realistic specifications
- Carry out bid analysis and make recommendations regarding purchases
- Determine and develop appropriate sources of supply and maintain working relationships with vendors to stay current with trends and technologies, products and services
- Superintend and ensure that the procurement team purchases at the most favorable price, consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors
- Ensure sound ethical standards within the section and act on any deviations
- Provides weekly and monthly reporting on order spend, cost out, Contractor on-time delivery performance and Contractor Quality Performance including corrective action plans for worst offenders
- Establish, implement, and manage a system to evaluate, monitor and report contractor scorecard performance
- Negotiating contracts and pricing with tight deadlines in a fast- paced environment
- Delivering an efficient and effective support to the Operations team through materials coordination
- Assessed current usage and future needs to determine expansion plans.
Senior Commercial Officer-FPA
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
Chingola
09.2015 - 12.2018
- Negotiated contracts and pricing with tight deadlines in a fast- paced environment
- Managed multiple contracts with multiple suppliers and attain quality, consistency and delivery of supply chain at all times
- Increased and maintained mini max coverage of stocks on FPA above 95%
- Delivered an efficient and effective support to the Operations team through materials coordination and availability
- Maintained and share the understanding of market intelligence, industry best practices and technology trends with team member and business partners
- Developed and drove initiatives for the alternate sourcing of parts , vendor development and cost reduction
- Satisfied internal stakeholders on the quality and availability of commodities and spares
- Conducted market research and analysis to create detailed business plans on commercial opportunities, business development and expansion.
- Used key metrics and prepared reports for senior management to monitor performance of commercial activities.
Senior Commercial Officer -Strategic Sourcing
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
Chingola
09.2011 - 08.2015
- Planned and executed the sourcing strategy to remain ahead of the competition by leveraging strength of globalized resource network through service, supply network and cost optimization
- Maintained and shared a current understanding of market intelligence, Industry best practices and technology trends with team members and business partners
- Leveraged group strength to bring in value through global level sourcing
- Developed alternative sourcing models for the business contracts
- Negotiated and Concluded long term contract for material procurement on schedule.
- Used key metrics and prepared reports for top management to monitor performance of commercial activities.
- Conducted market research and analysis to create detailed business plans on commercial opportunities, business development and expansion.
Assistant Superintendent
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
Chingola
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Optimised and continuously improved the technical operation of the Plant
- Supervised staff by checking work against project expectations.
- Successfully constructed and commissioned the Nchanga Smelter Plant
- Effectively coordinated the maintenance and process teams during break downs
- Developed and sustained plant operations best practices
- Achieved monthly plant production targets
Associate Manager
Vedanta Resources Plc
Thoothukudi
12.2009 - 11.2010
- Sourced of materials for WHRB and ESP
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Smooth operating of the plant by maintaining and controlling optimum parameters
- Reduced down time and achieved fixed production targets through optimising plant availability
- Oversee the Operations of WHRB, ESP and the primary smelting section.
Material Coordinator & Project Engineer
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
Chingola
09.2007 - 11.2009
- Sourcing of materials, construction and commissioning of the waste heat recovery Boiler and Electrostatic Precipitator at New Nchanga Smelter
- Planned and conducted investigations aimed at streamlining operations to improve plant productivity and process
- Implemented Change Management for new changes in the process or plant modification
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Inventory & Quality Controller
SGS
Ndola
01.2006 - 09.2007
- Prepared daily and monthly reports on inventory of fuels at Indeni refinery and National fuel terminal
- Monitored for quality the imported fuels from Tanzania and South Africa
- Calculated of tank volumes for fixed and floating roofs
- Managed inventory team to achieve optimal productivity and inventory control.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Drafted concise and accurate reports detailing inventory, trends and sales for distribution to upper management and use in strategic planning.
- Controlled fuel loss and pilferage through Daily, Weekly and Monthly Fuel Mass balancing
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
The Bolton University
Bolton, United Kingdom 01.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe, Zambia 01.2001 - 12.2005
Certificate - Finance For Non Finance Managers
Chennai Management Study Centre
Chennai, India 05.2022 - 05.2022
Certificate - Business Management
Tony Elumelu Foundation
Lagos, Nigeria 05.2022 - 05.2022
Certificate - Business Development
1% Club
09.2022 - 09.2022
Skills
Multi-plant experience
International purchasing
Supply Chain Management
Negotiating
Supply chain distribution
Cost reduction strategies
Teambuilding
Certification
Member of ZIPS
Timeline
Certificate - Business Development
1% Club
09.2022 - 09.2022
Certificate - Finance For Non Finance Managers
Chennai Management Study Centre
05.2022 - 05.2022
Certificate - Business Management
Tony Elumelu Foundation
05.2022 - 05.2022
Supply Chain Specialist
Romabel Limited
01.2022 - Current
Procurement Expert
Cowater international
02.2020 - 12.2020
Superintendent
Lubambe Copper Mines
01.2018 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
The Bolton University
01.2016 - 12.2017
Senior Commercial Officer-FPA
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
09.2015 - 12.2018
Senior Commercial Officer -Strategic Sourcing
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
09.2011 - 08.2015
Assistant Superintendent
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
12.2010 - 08.2011
Associate Manager
Vedanta Resources Plc
12.2009 - 11.2010
Material Coordinator & Project Engineer
Konkola Copper Mines Plc
09.2007 - 11.2009
Inventory & Quality Controller
SGS
01.2006 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
The Copperbelt University
01.2001 - 12.2005