Ruth Tembo
Lusaka
Summary
Results-oriented Stores & Inventory Management Professional with experience in stock control, procurement support, and store operations. Skilled in receiving and issuing goods, stock reconciliation, inventory documentation, and supplier coordination. Proven ability to maintain accurate store records, prepare monthly reports, and implement cost-control measures that reduce wastage and optimize stock levels. Recognized for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ensuring compliance with company policies in store management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6041
6041
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Store Manager
Zambia Bata Shoe Company PLC
01.2018 - Current
- Managing end-to-end store operations, including stock control, inventory checks, and daily reconciliations
- Overseeing receiving, inspection, and storage of stock items, ensuring goods match quality and quantity requirements
- Maintaining and updating store records (manual and system-based) for easy retrieval and audit compliance
- Conducting periodic stock counts in line with company policy, reconciling variances and preparing detailed reports
- Monitoring stock levels daily, ensuring timely replenishments to avoid stockouts and overstocks
- Coordinating with procurement and supply chain teams to schedule deliveries with minimal disruption to operations
- Supervising issuing of stock to sales teams and other departments in line with established procedures
- Preparing and submitting monthly reports on stock movement, variances, and overall store performance
- Identifying areas for improvement in stock management processes, recommending cost-saving and efficiency measures
Sales Staff / Cashier
Zambia Bata Shoe Company PLC
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted in stock replenishment and ensured accurate product placement on shelves and stockroom.
- Conducted daily stock checks, reported stock shortages, and supported ordering processes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of stock movement between storage areas and the sales floor.
- Monitored stock expiry and damage, escalating issues to management for corrective action.
- Supported stocktaking exercises by preparing records and reconciling sales with stock movement.
- Handled customer payments while ensuring compliance with cash handling and reporting procedures.
- Assisted in updating stock records in the system to ensure accurate tracking of inventory.
Stock Controller
Ruthaj Restaurant & Take Away
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Monitored and maintained accurate stock levels, ensuring optimum availability of supplies for daily restaurant operations.
- Carried out receiving procedures for incoming stock, verifying quality and quantity against purchase orders.
- Implemented FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and stock rotation practices, reducing wastage and losses.
- Conducted weekly and monthly stock reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Prepared consumption and usage reports, providing management with insights for demand forecasting and cost control.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely deliveries and followed up on back orders to avoid stock disruptions.
- Maintained procurement and stock records, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and accessibility during audits.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and storage regulations in the management of raw materials and finished goods.
- Supported procurement planning by analysing usage trends and advising management on reorder levels.
- Assisted management in developing and enforcing inventory management policies to improve efficiency.
Election Observer
Operation Young Cheetah Movement
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Supervised electoral procedures and ensured adherence to compliance standards at polling stations.
- Documented and reported any irregularities or incidents for timely intervention by relevant authorities.
- Maintained detailed records of voter turnout, ballot counting, and procedural adherence for reporting.
- Ensured accuracy, neutrality, and compliance in documentation to support fair elections.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
University of Zambia
01.2021 - 09.2025
Diploma - Business Administration
National Institute of Public Administration
Certificate - Introduction to Computers
Everite Computers
School Certificate - Grade 12
Lumumba Road Secondary School
Skills
- Inventory & Stock Management
- Goods Receiving & Issuing
- Store Records & Documentation
- Procurement Support
- Supplier Coordination
- Stock Reconciliation & Reporting
- Cost Management in Stores
- Use of FIFO & Stock Rotation Practices
- Monthly Reporting & Audit Compliance
References
- Mr. Simambwe, Lecturer/ Research supervisor, National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA), ssimambwe@yahoo.com, +260 972 084 551
- Mrs. Thandiwe Tembo Siwale, Sales & marketing manager, +260 976 484 596 / +260 968 939 518
- Mr. Lubemba, Senior Accountant/Lecturer, National Institute of Public Administration, josephlubemba55@yahoo.com, +260 977 878 435
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
University of Zambia
01.2021 - 09.2025
Store Manager
Zambia Bata Shoe Company PLC
01.2018 - Current
Sales Staff / Cashier
Zambia Bata Shoe Company PLC
01.2018 - 12.2018
Stock Controller
Ruthaj Restaurant & Take Away
01.2010 - 12.2013
Election Observer
Operation Young Cheetah Movement
01.2008 - 12.2008
Diploma - Business Administration
National Institute of Public Administration
Certificate - Introduction to Computers
Everite Computers
School Certificate - Grade 12
Lumumba Road Secondary School