TATENDA JEFFISON NYAMBISHI
LUSAKA
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with extensive experience at The Cold Chain Zambia Ltd, excelling in supply chain management and strategic planning. Proven track record in optimizing inventory systems and enhancing profitability through innovative cost control strategies. Highly skilled at data analysis and fostering team collaboration to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
The Cold Chain Zambia Ltd
LUSAKA
01.2021 - Current
- Managing the supply chain activities through overseeing importation processes,warehousing,inventory management and distribution , to ensure products reach customers efficiently and cost effectively.
- Monitoring and controlling operational costs to improve profitability through innovative strategies, while maintaining high levels of work quality.
- Managing staffing needs through involvement in recruitment, selection, and training of drivers and warehouse staff.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant authorities, which include customs, transport, and safety departments.
- Creating detailed reports for suppliers.
- Coordinating efficient pickup schedules with suppliers.
- Product costing
Logistics Manager
The Cold Chain Zambia Ltd
LUSAKA
01.2013 - 12.2020
- Managing the transport division through organizing delivery routes, scheduling, and ensuring timely deliveries of goods to the customers.
- Created reports to track shipment progress, delivery times, and costs associated with transport.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock control.
- Monitored driver performance and compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw vehicle maintenance operations.
- Facilitated efficient clearance of imports.
Trainee Manager
The Cold Chain Zimbabwe
Harare
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Provided support to existing staff on the dispatch and receiving of goods
- Supported implementation of warehouse management systems.
- Generating goods-received vouchers.
- Created invoices and credit notes for customers.
- Maintained accurate and organized records.
Education
MBA - MBA General
University of Zambia
Lusaka,ZambiaBachelor of Science - Administration
University Of Zimbabwe
Harare , ZimbabweSkills
- Supply chain management
- Inventory management
- Warehouse operations
- Budgeting and cost control
- Logistics and transport management
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis and reporting
- Problem solving and critical thinking
Affiliations
- Farming
- Wildlife enthusiast
Certification
- Member of Zambia chartered institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Manager
The Cold Chain Zambia Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Logistics Manager
The Cold Chain Zambia Ltd
01.2013 - 12.2020
Trainee Manager
The Cold Chain Zimbabwe
01.2012 - 12.2012
MBA - MBA General
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Science - Administration
University Of Zimbabwe