Joseph Kaunda Musonda
Solwezi
Summary
Dynamic Stock Controller with a proven track record at Omnia Fertilizer Zambia Limited, adept in Inventory, Warehouse, Logistics, and Sales Management and fostering long-term customer relationships. Excelled in streamlining warehouse operations, enhancing inventory accuracy by 25%, and delivering exceptional customer service. Known for strong organizational skills and a result-oriented approach, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
I have a customer-focused approach to work and a strong drive to see things through to completion and a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets. With over 5 years of experience in sales, inventory management and warehouse management, I am devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking an opportunity to expand my skills while facilitating company growth.
Possesses a Diploma in Agribusiness Management, and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship obtained from Mulungushi University as well as a Certificate of Professional Competence in Logistics and Transport. An affiliate member at the Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, and currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Zambia.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stock Controller
Omnia Fertilizer Zambia Limited
Solwezi
10.2018 - Current
- Provide good customer service.
- Build long-term customer relationships.
- Create demand for agro products - fertilizer, maize seed, chemicals.
- Compile daily and weekly reports regarding the movements of stocks in and from the warehouse.
- Keep and maintain records of received stocks in the warehouse.
- Keep and maintain records of stocks issued on relevant documents.
- Provide technical advice to clients.
- Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing stock levels.
- Develop procedures for the efficient operation of storerooms and warehouses.
- Create reports to track inventory, orders, deliveries, and shortages.
- Identify discrepancies between physical inventories and computerized records.
- Monitor stock levels to ensure adequate supplies are available.
- Conduct regular audits to maintain accuracy of inventory data.
- Manage the reordering process for low-level items to prevent stockouts.
- Organize storage areas according to established guidelines.
- Provided training on proper stocking techniques to new casual workers.
- Coordinate with vendors/suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Develop methods for tracking slow-moving or obsolete items in stores.
- Implement safety measures such as fire extinguishers and hazard signs in storerooms.
- Perform daily inspections of all stored goods for damage or spoilage due to temperature changes or pests.
- Analyze current warehouse processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Investigate errors related to shipping, receiving, counting, and pricing issues.
- Ensure compliance with local laws regarding hazardous material storage.
- Resolve customer complaints concerning product quality or availability.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to maintain accuracy of inventory records.
- Performed regular cycle counts to verify actual stock against system records.
- Investigated discrepancies between physical count and computer system data.
Depot Clerk
Food Reserve Agency
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Verify the number of commodity bags purchased
- Ensure that the quality of commodity purchased, received, and dispatched are checked at all times
- Issuance of relevant documentation and prepare daily / weekly summary reports
- Ensure correct weights of commodity bags are purchased
- Ensure that all purchases are reconciled before submission for payment
- Conduct regular stock counts and ensure the commodity is correctly stacked
- Supervise security guards and always ensure their availability at the satellite depot
- Supervise loaders and stitchers
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia10.2026
CPC - Logistics and Transport
Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Lusaka, Zambia02.2024
BBA - Business Administration and Entrepreneurship
Mulungushi University
Kabwe, Zambia11.2023
Diploma - Agribusiness Management
Natural Resources Development College (NRDC)
Lusaka, Zambia05.2016
Certificate - Secondary School Certificate
Kabompo Secondary School
Kabompo, Zambia12.2008
Skills
- Easily adapt to a new environment
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work under minimum supervision
- Honesty persona
- Result oriented with sense of urgency
- Confident and articulate
- Fast learner and a team player
- Self-motivated and highly committed to work
- Stock control
- Warehouse operations and Management
- Inventory Management
- Inbound and Outbound Logistics
- Product Marketing
- Sales Management
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Zambia
- Date of Birth: 12/20/90
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Married
Certification
- Zambian driving license class B manual
- Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport – Certificate of Professional Competence
Accomplishments
- Highest vegetable seeds sales 2019/20 farming season
- Highest granular fertilizer sales 2021/22 farming season
- Best granular fertilizer sales 2023/24 farming season
- Best overall sales growth 2023/24 farming season
Computer Competency
- Microsoft applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
- Pastel Evolution
- Dynamics 365
Nrc
158310/22/1
References
- Mr. Christian Mwale, Marketing Coordinator - Copperbelt Region, Omnia Fertilizer Zambia Limited, P.O Box 39100, Lusaka, Zambia, christian.mwale@omnia.co.za, +260 977808212
- Mr. Jimmy Phiri, Head - Department of Agribusiness & Marketing, Ministry of Agriculture, P.O Box 430020, Nakonde, Zambia, phirijimmy@ymail.com, +260 978 117722 / +260 955 361197
- Mr. Munukayumbwa Mubita, Sales Execution Coordinator, Zambia Sugar Plc, Malambo Road, Lusaka, Zambia, MMubita@illovo.co.za, +260 972989460
Activities
- Gardening
- Reading
- Researching on different aspects of social life
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Stock Controller
Omnia Fertilizer Zambia Limited
10.2018 - Current
Depot Clerk
Food Reserve Agency
07.2017 - 12.2017
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Zambia
CPC - Logistics and Transport
Zambia Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
BBA - Business Administration and Entrepreneurship
Mulungushi University
Diploma - Agribusiness Management
Natural Resources Development College (NRDC)
Certificate - Secondary School Certificate
Kabompo Secondary School
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