Hi, I’m
Audley Fadzai Sibanda
Procurement practitioner
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
With a proven track record of delivering results, this resourceful procurement professional brings over 6 years of practical Experience in managing end-to-end procurement operations. With Experience in both the private and public sectors, successfully handling procurement portfolios in diverse industries including mining, service, construction, and education. Consistently demonstrates abilities in cost reduction and inventory management. Self-motivated and enthusiastic team player who is always eager to learn and take on new challenges.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Zimbabwe Gender Commission
Procurement Officer
01.2024 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Assisted in the production of the annual procurement plan
- Procurement of goods, services and works for the Commission as per the procurement regulations and efficiently to obtain value for money
- Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities approximately 50/month for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Preparing bidding documents in compliance with the prevailing procurement laws through the e-GP system
- Conducting regular supplier performance evaluations to ensure they meet required standards
- Establishing and negotiating contract terms and conditions and maintaining supplier relationships
- Preparing relevant quarterly, bi-annual and annual procurement reports
- Providing secretarial services to the tender adjudication team of 7
- Performing other related duties as assigned
Institute of African Knowledge
Project Procurement Manager-Museum Construction
01.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Drafting and ensuring that procurement policy, standard operating procedures (SOPs) are in place to govern the organization’s procurement activities
- Developed sound, cost effective strategies for the procurement of goods, works and services
- Collaborated with all divisional heads and staff to ensure that the organization's procurement plan is in place and is implemented timely
- Carried out inventory management for construction material and provided weekly reports to the CEO
- Bid document preparation, bid notices, bid solicitation, bid/proposal opening, bid/ proposal evaluation and award of contracts/purchase orders) in line with the organization’s procurement policy also using e-tendering systems
- Introduced price comparative schedules to the procurement department and checked all documents before seeking the CEO’s approval
- Responsible for cost control through management of the allocated cost center ensuring that the organization does not deviate from the stipulated procurement budget
- Monitored supplier performance and managed the supplier performance evaluation process to ensure best value for purchased goods and services
- Oversaw the development and implementation of a comprehensive contract management and administration framework to monitor and control supplier performance, contract amendments, extensions and renewals, payments, dispute resolution and contract closure
- Carried out market analysis to get the best purchasing deals
- Conducted supplier risk management analysis to ensure continuity of supply for critical commodities
- Managing and resolving conflict within the department and with other functions
Logistics Research and Training Institute
Procurement and Supply Management Junior Consultant
08.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- The role exists to provide technical support in the below key result area;
- Procurement and supply management strategy formulation and implementation
- Procurement policy and Standard Operating Procedure Manual development
- Institutional procurement capacity assessment
- Procurement audit
- Value for money assessments
- Supply chain risk assessments
- Supplier due diligence
- Cost optimization strategies
- Change management facilitation
- Leadership training
- Team building facilitation
Zimbabwe Consolidate Diamond Company
Procurement and Logistics Officer
09.2017 - 08.2020
Job overview
- This job exists to provide efficient procurement and logistics service within the organisation through identifying and selecting both local and international suppliers to achieve best value for all purchased materials, equipment and services
- This mandate includes ensuring on-time delivery of quality products and services to cover internal customer requirements at optimal supply chain costs
- Participated in the process of selecting local and international suppliers of goods and services (i.e
- Bid solicitation, bid evaluation and award of contracts/purchase orders) in line with Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (Chap 22:23) and the General Regulations (S.I 5 of 2018) and the company’s Procurement policy and procedures
- Prepared price comparative schedules for all purchases under the RFQ threshold and prepared evaluation reports for tenders administered
- Negotiated contracts with both local and international suppliers against the best possible legal and commercial terms and conditions to optimize total cost of ownership for purchases goods and services
- Vetting of requests and purchases to avoid duplication of purchases and in order to ascertain the accurate description to avoid purchasing the wrong supplies
- Carried out supplier addition process by requesting relevant documents in line with the Procurement SOPs
- Monitoring supplier performance and carrying out supplier performance evaluation to ensure best value for purchased goods and services
- Carried out duties as Integrated Management System (IMS) Champion for the Procurement department
- Developing and instituting a comprehensive contract management and administration framework to monitor and control supplier performance, contract amendments, extensions and renewals, payments, dispute resolution and contract closure
- Rebate applications
- Identified and implemented cost savings plans
- Preparation of procurement plans
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annually procurement returns
- Contributed in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of procurement and logistics policies, processes and procedures in order to achieve the most cost-effective processes for the organization, leading to operational excellence
- Assisted in ensuring and enforcing compliance to statutory requirements, policies, covenants and procedures by contractors, suppliers, agents and staff members
- Arranged for suppliers’ clearances and health checks for mine fields visits
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport ‘Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT)
WiLAT Zimbabwe Honorary Secretary
05.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- This position is responsible for formulation, implementation and coordination of the association’s strategic initiatives with the aim of encouraging professionalism and participation of women in supply management and logistics related activities
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Administrator
02.2017 - 06.2017
Job overview
- This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the institute by acting as a key focal person of the institution and various key stakeholders
- The mandate includes day to day coordination of the institute activities not limited to the procurement of goods and services, supplier relationship management, fleet management, coordination of writing and marking of exams, preparation of budgets and coordination of board meetings
Education
Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT)Zimbabwe
Master of Science from Supply Chain Management
10-2019
Cambridge International QualificationsUnited Kingdom
Post-Graduate Certificate from Procurement And Contracts Management
10-2015
Chartered Institute of Logistics And TransportLondon, UK
Advanced Diploma from Logistics
09-2019
Chartered Institute of Logistics And Transport London UK
Advanced Diploma from Logistics
10-2017
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Clear and Concise Reporting
- Proficient in SAP
- Vendor Risk Assessment
- Contracts management
- Inventory management
- Supply market profiling
- Procurement Strategy Development
- Negotiating
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- E-procurement
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team members in the development of a vehicle service station within the set time frame.
- Collaborated with all divisional heads in the development of procurement SOPs
- Assured procurement of quality goods and services through a robust supplier due diligence.
- Achieved cost reduction and increased efficiency through strategic negotiation and outsourcing.
- Achieved quality control and minimized delays through vendor empowerment.
- Continuously improving my skills through learning quickly and tackling new challenges with determination.
- Managed a team of 4 staff members effectively.
Certification
I am working towards studying for Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) - Institute for Supply Management.
High School subjects
- Mathematics
- Business studies
- Accounting
Junior high subjects
- Mathematics
- English
- Commerce
- Biology
- Integrated Science
- Geography
- History
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Procurement Officer
Zimbabwe Gender Commission
01.2024 - 11.2024
Project Procurement Manager-Museum Construction
Institute of African Knowledge
01.2022 - 08.2023
Procurement and Supply Management Junior Consultant
Logistics Research and Training Institute
08.2020 - 01.2022
WiLAT Zimbabwe Honorary Secretary
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport ‘Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT)
05.2018 - 05.2019
Procurement and Logistics Officer
Zimbabwe Consolidate Diamond Company
09.2017 - 08.2020
Administrator
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
02.2017 - 06.2017
Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT)
Master of Science from Supply Chain Management
Cambridge International Qualifications
Post-Graduate Certificate from Procurement And Contracts Management
Chartered Institute of Logistics And Transport
Advanced Diploma from Logistics
Chartered Institute of Logistics And Transport
Advanced Diploma from Logistics
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