Patrick Musaluke
Summary
A hardworking, focused, and disciplined individual with the knowledge of developing the supply chain strategies needed to make an organization more effective in achieving its business goals. I possess extensive knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures. My expertise includes but not limited to purchasing and managing inventories, negotiating contracts, keeping track of all aspects like purchase orders and inventory counts; maintaining positive relationship with vendors, comparing prices amongst all suppliers, purchasing within the budget, checking invoice accuracy, ensuring compliance with standard rules and regulations and determining the items to be purchased.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
EXAMINING OFFICER
ZAMBIA REVENUE AUTHORITY
12.2019 - Current
- Increased enforcement activities on imports and exports which has increased compliance amongst importers
- Deployed additional personnel to undertake physical inspections at point of entry which has allowed the station to detect more undeclared goods
- Introduced quality assurance at the inspection yard to enhance compliance
- Have provided oversight on acceptable freight charges for imports
- Determined inspections for valuations, classification and origin purposes
- Ensured control of imports and exports of prohibited and restricted goods
- Confirmed values, origin and ensured HS Codes conform to nomenclature
- Effectively compiled commodity and importer risk profiles
- Generated status reports on RIBs/RITs and other suspense procedures.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST & LOGISTICS
VODAFONE ZAMBIA
01.2017 - 09.2019
- Enforced group procurement guidelines, company policies, procedures and ethical guidelines
- Effectively carried out supplier evaluation and appraisal
- Effectively monitor import of stock and ensure timely delivery to the warehouse and retail stores
- Managed functions of warehousing, inventory and Logistics services
- Effectively carried out forecasting for materials and services needed
- Ensured weekly, monthly and quarterly reports, planning and budgeting for the procurement function
- Effectively managed all Technical and IT requirements for Vodafone Zambia
- Planned and managed monthly stock count together with inventory controller
- Prepared, on solicitation, documents for offers either limited or open tendering.
Device Sourcing Executive
Vodafone Zambia
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management for the organization.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual trust.
- Led efforts to diversify the supplier base, mitigating risks associated with single-source dependencies.
- Conducted market analyses to identify trends, risks, and potential new suppliers.
- Coordinated logistics activities related to inbound shipments of sourced materials, ensuring timely delivery without disruptions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies in the sourcing field, sharing insights with colleagues and stakeholders as appropriate.
Service Centre Controller
MTN Zambia
01.2014 - 03.2016
Education
Master of Project Management -
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Arts in Business Purchasing & Supply Chain Management - undefined
Greenwich University
Advanced Diploma in Purchasing & Supply - undefined
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply
Public Procurement & Governance certification - undefined
iNET
School Certificate - undefined
Mpika High School
Skills
Process improvement initiatives
Phonenumbers
- +260 966 220 196
- +260 966 180 442
Careerstatement
I feel that my greatest strengths are firstly my strong commitment to providing a professional service to all colleagues with whom I work. Secondly my skill at developing and maintaining a close working relationship with every client, something which in turn helps me to gain an in-depth understanding of their individual needs. Thirdly my real passion for procurement as a whole, an obsession which allows me to spot trends & develop best practice processes.
Country
Zambia
Occupation
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Languages
English
References
- Violet Mtonga, Contract & Procurement Manager, +260 968201151, sokoviolet.mtonga@gmail.com
- Moses Tembo, Credit Manager, +260 966220139, tembomo1@gmail.com
- Melu Silungwe, Senior Collector, +260 977705281, silungwm@zra.org.zm
Timeline
EXAMINING OFFICER
ZAMBIA REVENUE AUTHORITY
12.2019 - Current
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST & LOGISTICS
VODAFONE ZAMBIA
01.2017 - 09.2019
Device Sourcing Executive
Vodafone Zambia
04.2016 - 12.2016
Service Centre Controller
MTN Zambia
01.2014 - 03.2016
Master of Project Management -
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Arts in Business Purchasing & Supply Chain Management - undefined
Greenwich University
Advanced Diploma in Purchasing & Supply - undefined
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply
Public Procurement & Governance certification - undefined
iNET
School Certificate - undefined
Mpika High School
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