SUWILANJI SICHIZYA
Lusaka
Summary
Results-driven Logistics Professional experienced in optimising warehouse operations and ensuring safety compliance. Improved inventory management and quality control through effective stock replenishment and FIFO techniques, enhancing overall productivity. Demonstrated collaborative approach and proactive problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Warehouse checker
Zambian Breweries
Lusaka
2024.01 - Current
- Checked inventories for accurate reporting, significantly reducing discrepancies.
- Conducted regular stock audits to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Accepted and checked deliveries for accuracy and quality, coordinating efficient storage.
- Identified damaged products with meticulous inspections, minimising losses.
- Processed returns efficiently to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Prepared items for timely dispatch and safe transportation.
- Maintained cleanliness in warehouse to ensure a safe working environment. and tidy, promoting a productive working environment.
- Attended Health and Safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
- Followed company policies strictly, promoting a respectful and professional work environment.
Warehouse supervisor
Zambian Breweries
Lusaka
2019.01 - 2024.01
- Ensured safety regulations compliance by conducting regular inspections.
- Performed risk assessments regularly to ensure worker's safety at all times.
- Monitored warehouse safety and swiftly resolved hazards.
- Enforced safety measures and proper use of PPE.
- Oversaw loading and unloading processes, ensuring safe handling of goods.
- Managed warehouse inventory, suggesting and implementing improvements to product movement processes.
- Tracked storage levels and controlled stock to ensure supplier requirements were met and contract terms fulfilled.
- Improved stock control systems to minimise discrepancies during audits.
- Resolved operational issues promptly, minimising disruptions in workflow.
- Delegated tasks and coordinated warehouse workflow to support continuous productivity.
- Planned work rotas to optimise team performance and target achievement.
- Trained new employees to enhance job proficiency and increase productivity.
- Facilitated communication among team members to improve work relations.
- Collaborated with other department managers for smoother interdepartmental transactions.
- Investigated process faults and devised targeted solutions.
- Reported daily warehouse performance data and updated company logs.
- Reported daily warehouse performance data and updated company logs.
Data entry clerk
Zambian Breweries
Lusaka
2019.01 - 2020.03
- Maintained accuracy of data entry by inputting information from multiple sources.
- Organised, sorted, and verified input data against source documents to ensure reliability.
- Utilised advanced software tools (Syspro/flocentric) to streamline data entry processes.
- Generated weekly and monthly reports for managers.
Forklift operator
Zambian Breweries
Lusaka
2017.10 - 2019.01
- Operated forklifts to ensure efficient warehouse operations.
- Improved productivity for warehouse operations by efficiently loading and unloading goods.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Stacked pallets securely to ensure safety and prevent damage during storage. safely and securely to prevent accidents and damage to goods.
- Ensured safety by conducting daily inspections of forklift equipment.
- Followed health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery for staff well-being.
- Conducted maintenance with regular checks to prevent mechanical failures.
- Organised warehouse goods to maximise space and improve accessibility. in the warehouse, maximising space efficiency.
- Prioritised tasks effectively to enhance workflow and efficiency at work site.
- Assisted in stock take for maintaining updated records of inventory.
- Maintained excellent attendance record demonstrating commitment and professionalism.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education -
Chunga High School
Lusaka, Lusaka Province 2013.01 - 2015.09
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Cavendish University
Lusaka, Lusaka Province 2022.02 - 2026.10
Skills
- Warehouse logistics
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Health compliance
- Quality Control
- Inventory management
- Stock management
- Stock replenishment
- Loading techniques
- Fast-paced picking and packing
- FIFO management
- Process Improvement
- Logistics understanding
- Results-Driven attitude
- Team player
- FIFO management
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse checker
Zambian Breweries
2024.01 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Cavendish University
2022.02 - 2026.10
Warehouse supervisor
Zambian Breweries
2019.01 - 2024.01
Data entry clerk
Zambian Breweries
2019.01 - 2020.03
Forklift operator
Zambian Breweries
2017.10 - 2019.01
Certificate of Higher Education -
Chunga High School
2013.01 - 2015.09