Kubwima Mauzu
Lusaka,Chalala
Summary
I am an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain management Professional with excellent skills in Procurement. I am a member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) and of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS). I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Purchasing and Supply, and an Advanced Certificate from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).
My experience includes but not limited to procurement of various goods, works, services with the aim of achieving Value for Money (VFM) and contract management with an ardent desire to expand my knowledge in Project Management. I have experience in reviewing and updating procurement policies and procedures.
With the experience I have I seek to ensure that both internal and external customers are satisfied by ensuring that their needs are delivered as per their requirements which may include but not limited to cost, quality and delivery time.
Being honest and upholding best practices and having integrity while upholding procurement ethics is key to my practice of my profession and execution of my duties and other assignments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Procurement Officer
Development Bank Of Zambia
04.2018 - Current
- Preparation of annual procurement plans in line with approved budget.
- Procurement of goods, works and services including venues for workshops and other events and accommodation .
- Evaluated supplier bids and quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Preparation of evaluation reports and procurement committee papers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Prepared, reviewed and issued fully approved contracts and purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process in line with relevant legal requirements and internal policies.
- Periodically updating list of registered suppliers and conducting market research.
- Secretary during Procurement Committee meetings and tender opening and closing meetings.
- Preparation of monthly and quarterly reports as required by Zambia Public Procurement Authority and internally.
- Processing payments (invoices) in line with approved Orders and Contracts and filling of procurement records (documents).
- Periodically reviewing and updating of internal procurement policy and other job related tasks assigned to me.
Intern Procurement and Administration
Development Bank Of Zambia
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisting in Procurement of goods works and services.
- Procurement of venues for workshops and other events and accommodation.
- Preparation of bidding documents and enquires
- Evaluation of bids and quotations.
- Preparation of procurement committee papers
- Preparation of evaluation reports.
- Preparation of contracts.
- Assisting in all procurement and administration activities
Technical Assistant Procurement
National Road Fund Agency
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Procurement of goods, works and services.
- Preparation of enquires
- Evaluation of bids and quotations and Preparing evaluation reports.
- Preparation of procurement committee papers.
- Issuing out of adverts to newspapers.
- Preparation of purchase orders and general correspondence.
- Maintaining, monitoring, evaluating and updating list of registered suppliers.
- Secretary during tender opening and closing meetings and other tasks.
Trainee - Procurement Officer
Road Development Agency
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Procurement of goods works and services.
- Preparation of enquires.
- Preparation of procurement committee papers.
- Assisting in all procurement activities.
Education
Master of Science - Master's in Project Management
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe, Copperbelt2024
Certificate - Public Procurement
Massive Open Online Course
Online02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Purchasing And Supply
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe, Copperbelt07.2014
Certificate - General Course On Intellectual Property (WIPO)
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe, Copperbelt2013
Advanced Certificate - Purchasing And Supply (CIPS)
National Institute of Public Administration
Lusaka, Zambia11.2008
General School Certificate -
Pemba High School
Pemba, Southern Province2007
Skills
- Procurement Knowledge (process from initiation to completion)
- Contract and project management
- Vendor management (Supplier Relationship Management)
- Good communication and negotiation skills
- Managing risks and ethical conduct in procurement
- IT Proficiency relating to procurement software and office packages
- Problem-Solving and adaptable to change
- Basic legal knowledge relating to procurement and contract management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration and cultural Sensitive
- Continuous learning and keen to learn new things
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Facility Management and administration duties
- Procurement Coordination and basic inventory management
Additional Information
- Playing Basketball
- Football
- Reading
- Listening to audio books and podcasts
References
- Ms. Suzyo Chirwa
Procurement Manager
National Road Fund Agency
P.O BOX 50965
LUSAKA
natasha.schriwa@yahoo.com
CELL: + 260977623062 - Mr. Moono Chikumbi
Acquisition and Assistance Specialist
United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Lusaka
moonomj@gmail.com
Mobile No : +26096718340 - Mr. John Loongo
Procurement Director
Millennium Project Completion Agency Zambia Limited
Stand No's 20845, 37851 & 37852 Alick Nkhata Road,
ZEP-RE Business Park House,
Mass Media Area, P.O. Box 51290
Mobile No: +260-974794814
john.loongo@mpcaz.co.zm
Timeline
Assistant Procurement Officer
Development Bank Of Zambia
04.2018 - Current
Intern Procurement and Administration
Development Bank Of Zambia
07.2017 - 04.2018
Technical Assistant Procurement
National Road Fund Agency
08.2016 - 12.2016
Trainee - Procurement Officer
Road Development Agency
04.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Master's in Project Management
The Copperbelt University
Certificate - Public Procurement
Massive Open Online Course
Bachelor of Science - Purchasing And Supply
The Copperbelt University
Certificate - General Course On Intellectual Property (WIPO)
The Copperbelt University
Advanced Certificate - Purchasing And Supply (CIPS)
National Institute of Public Administration
General School Certificate -
Pemba High School
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