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Simatengo Simatengo

Lusaka

Summary

Procurement Assistant with a strong track record at COMESA, excelling in strategic sourcing and vendor relationship management. Skilled in cost-reduction strategies and negotiations, achieving significant savings. Streamlines procurement processes for compliance and efficiency. Expert in global sourcing and international procurement procedures, fostering robust supplier partnerships. Resourceful Procurement Assistant with experience in sourcing and purchasing quality goods at optimal prices, contract negotiation, and inventory management. Demonstrated strength in supplier relationship management, strategic procurement planning, and cross-functional team collaboration. Made significant improvements to cost-efficiency and vendor relations in previous employment through effective procurement strategies. Results-driven Procurement Assistant with experience facilitating cost-effective procurement support. Knowledgeable in current supply and demand needs. Dependable professional with extensive history of supporting procurement needs. Skilled in purchasing, requisitions, delivery, and bidding invitations. Effective at identifying potential clients to increase revenue.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Procurement Assistant

COMESA
Lusaka
10.2013 - Current
  • Assisted in reviewing and analyzing potential vendors to determine the most suitable for procurement of goods and services.
  • Prepared purchase orders, requisitions and other documents related to purchasing activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchases, invoices and payments.
  • Negotiated with suppliers regarding quality, price, delivery terms and payment terms.
  • Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Conducted research on competitive pricing and product availability.
  • Developed strategies to reduce costs while maintaining high standards of quality.
  • Interacted regularly with vendors to discuss performance issues or new opportunities.
  • Resolved any discrepancies between vendor invoices and purchase orders.
  • Organized regular meetings with vendors to review service level agreements.
  • Initiated tendering process for procuring materials and services as per requirement specifications.
  • Participated in vendor evaluation processes based on criteria such as quality, cost effectiveness.
  • Assisted with procurement of project supplies and inputs from international and local markets.
  • Prepared and reviewed purchase and requisition orders, maintaining compliance with board rules.
  • Assessed purchase orders, contracts, and payments for goods and services for review committee.
  • Liaised with contractors and suppliers, streamlining delivery of goods and services through to completion of payment.
  • Developed roster of potential service providers to supply with bidding invitations and quotations.
  • Prepared and assisted in development of letters of agreement, field purchase orders, and local purchase orders.
  • Recorded and documented meeting minutes for Procurement Review Committee.
  • Performed market analysis and collected project information, directly reporting findings to professionals.
  • Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
  • Coordinated compliance with procedures and policies for professionals by delivering support.
  • Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
  • Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.
  • Analyzed price proposals and financial reports to identify reasonable prices.
  • Collaborated with other departments to assess company purchasing needs.
  • Utilized procurement software to streamline purchasing processes and improve accuracy (Sun Systems).
  • Implemented purchasing strategies to cut costs and improve efficiency.
  • Coordinated with legal department to ensure contracts were in compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Decreased spending, locating new suppliers by networking at industry markets, purchasing and designing cost-effective products and reviewing samples.
  • Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.

Education

DIPLOMA CIPS LEVEL 5

CIPS
01-2023

Skills

  • Quote evaluations
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Item research
  • Invoice Verification
  • Purchase order processing
  • Cost Analysis
  • Demand forecasting
  • Purchase Orders
  • Supplier liaison
  • Order tracking
  • Vendor engagement
  • Cost Control
  • Procurement
  • Product sourcing
  • Pricing Structures
  • Global sourcing
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • New Vendor Setup
  • Inventory Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Negotiation
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Budget Planning
  • Bid Evaluations
  • Conversant with world Bank , European Union ,COMESA and AFDB procurment procedures

Affiliations

  • very active sports person , current chaiperson of the COMESA Fitness Club

Accomplishments

  • Chairperson the COMESA Football team
  • Vice Chairperson of the COMESA Funeral Scheme

Certification

  • CIPS Level 5 Diploma Chartered Instititute of Purchaisng and Supply

Timeline

Procurement Assistant

COMESA
10.2013 - Current

DIPLOMA CIPS LEVEL 5

CIPS

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