Albert Tshuma
BULAWAYO , ZIMBABWE
Summary
Proven Stores Controller with a track record of enhancing inventory turnover by over 30% at TREDCOR ZIMBABWE T/A TRENTYRE ZIMBABWE. Expert in logistics planning and inventory management, adept at fostering supplier relationships and optimizing warehouse operations. Demonstrates strong negotiation skills and a commitment to workplace safety, driving efficiency and reducing procurement time.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Stores Controller
TREDCOR ZIMBABWE T/A TRENTYRE ZIMBABWE
Bulawayo
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to plan promotional events that effectively moved excess inventory.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by analyzing product movement patterns and adjusting storage layouts accordingly.
- Achieved higher inventory turnover rates by monitoring slow-moving items and initiating targeted promotions or markdowns.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing efficient tracking systems and storage organization.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, ensuring optimal shopping experience for customers.
- Interacted positively with team members and customers to promote commitment to organization's vision and values.
- Ensured store presentation met company standards by arranging displays attractively and keeping shelves wellstocked.
- Prepared purchase orders accurately and followed up with suppliers to confirm receipt and delivery schedules.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to prevent stockouts and minimize holding costs.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced procurement time.
- Participated in supplier evaluations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and service level agreements.
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks and maintaining updated records.
- Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
- Stocked storerooms and adjusted minimum and maximum par levels in automated inventory system.
- Welcomed customers to assist in selecting appropriate merchandise and products.
Storekeeper
BAKERS INN LOGISTICS ( SUPERLINX LOGISTIXS )
Bulawayo
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
- Received, merchandised and arranged all shop items for visual display.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Used SAGE to prepare purchase requisitions for replacement of stock.
- Monitored merchandise on shelves and in storage using inventory control system.
Education
NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN PURCHASING & SUPPLY CHAIN MGT
BULAWAYO POLYTECHNIC
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe11.2022
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN PURCHASING & SUPPLY MGT
BULAWAYO POLYTECHNIC
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe11.2019
ADVANCED LEVEL
MILTON HIGH SCHOOL
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe11.2016
ORDINARY LEVEL
MILTON HIGH SCHOOL
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe11.2014
Skills
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials Handling
- Logistics Plan
- Stock replenishment
- Demand forecasting
- Purchase Orders
- Order tracking
- Vendor evaluation
- Material Requirement Planning
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Negotiation
- Invoice Verification
- Inventory Management
- Product sourcing
- Document Management
- Workplace Safety
- Inventory Coordination
- Inventory tracking and storage
- Cash Handling
- Inventory Control
- Store operations
- Goals and performance
- Inventory Oversight
REFERENCES
1. MR ELLIOT MATANDI - BAKERS INN LOGISTICS SOUTH MANAGER
+263773047835
2. MR NGQABUTHO MASIYANE - TREDCOR TRENTYRE BULAWAYO BRANCH MANAGER
+263772344205
Timeline
Stores Controller
TREDCOR ZIMBABWE T/A TRENTYRE ZIMBABWE
06.2023 - Current
Storekeeper
BAKERS INN LOGISTICS ( SUPERLINX LOGISTIXS )
05.2021 - 06.2022
NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN PURCHASING & SUPPLY CHAIN MGT
BULAWAYO POLYTECHNIC
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN PURCHASING & SUPPLY MGT
BULAWAYO POLYTECHNIC
ADVANCED LEVEL
MILTON HIGH SCHOOL
ORDINARY LEVEL
MILTON HIGH SCHOOL