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I am a procurement and supply chain professional with over 15 years of experience across procurement, administration, banking, economics and accounting. I am detail-oriented, highly organized, and skilled at tracking back orders, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost efficiencies. I currently serve as the Buyer at Hotspeck Enterprises – REA Zimbabwe, where I focus on sourcing materials, overseeing plant and vehicle procurement, and ensuring timely and compliant supply through effective logistics and contract management.
My background spans private sector roles in procurement, administration, and consulting, with exposure to social media ecommerce and digital marketing. I hold a BSc Economics (Honours), a Diploma in Accountancy, and I am a member of CIPS (Membership No. 9956096). I have leveraged my broad skill set to optimize purchasing, diversify offerings, and improve product quality across multiple industries, including manufacturing, real estate development, and food processing.
Experience Level
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Intermediate
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Language
English
Fluent
Xhosa
Intermediate
Afrikaans
Intermediate
Work Experience
Managing Director and Owner at Shabach Music Salon (Music Academy)
January 1, 2017 - PresentCoordinating, leading, controlling and directing musical trainings and events; administration, finance, marketing and operations; coordinating concerts and theatre productions; mentoring young artists and creating partnerships with local authorities for cultural programs.
Music Trainer and Teacher at H2 Primary School
May 1, 2018 - December 1, 2022Hands-on training of guitar (Grade 4-6); conducting musical sessions; coordinating and performing in school concerts and theatre productions.
Music Trainer and Teacher at Good Shepherd Primary School
January 1, 2020 - PresentHands-on training of guitar and keyboards; conducting musical sessions; coordinating concerts and theatre productions; school performances.
Music Trainer and Teacher at Castle Academy (Mthatha)
January 1, 2019 - PresentTraining in guitar and drama; organizing termly concerts; coordinating out-of-school and camping events; performances at school functions.
Music Trainer and Teacher at Vela Junior and Senior School
January 1, 2022 - PresentHunting and spotting creative arts talents; hands-on training of guitar grades 6-7 (Junior) and 8-9 (Senior); coordinating concerts and theatre productions.
Volunteer Music Trainer and Facilitator at Umthombo Commercial Arts Development (UCAD)
January 21, 2021 - PresentVolunteer music training; conducting musical sessions and concerts; performing with the arts team.
Bank Teller at Standard Chartered Bank Zimbabwe
August 1, 2001 - December 1, 2001Served customers with patience, assisted supervisors with audits and daily vault balance, adhered to safe deposit box operations.
HIV and AIDS Counselor and Trainer at AISESEC Zimbabwe
January 1, 2008 - May 31, 2010Coordinated HIV/AIDS awareness programs; counseled infected and affected members; contributed to youth sexual health training; facilitated support groups.
Procurement Officer at Hotspeck Enterprises – REA
March 1, 2025 - PresentProcurement of raw materials: sourcing raw poles, creosote, gang nails and other essential materials for production and administration. Plant repairs and maintenance: oversee procurement of materials and services for plant repairs and maintenance. Vehicle repairs and renewal of car licenses. Logistics management: coordinate transportation of raw gum poles and ZESCO transmission poles and manage the ZESCO (Zambia) contract. PRAZ compliance: address procurement regulation exemptions and procedures. Contract management: ensure contractual compliance and manage supplier/stakeholder relationships. Manage two key supplier relationships: ZIMCHEM for creosote and Invictus Steel Africa for gang nails.
Procurement Administrator at Tose Top Quality Meats
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025Oversee butchery department operations, inventory control, product selection and merchandising strategies. Coordinate with marketing to develop promotional campaigns, collaborate with store management to align department goals, and facilitate regular team meetings. Prepare departmental performance reports for senior management and formulate marketing/promotional strategies to drive revenue. Enforce health and safety requirements, negotiate supplier contracts, process expense claims and invoices, maintain filing systems, and monitor stock levels to avoid shortages.
Buyer at LRE Property Developer
May 1, 2016 - December 1, 2023Evaluate quotations and ensure costs align with budgets. Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure cost-effective procurement and maximize value. Coordinate with internal departments to understand procurement needs and specifications, ensuring accurate fulfillment. Perform administrative tasks, maintain filing systems, process expense claims and invoices, and monitor stock levels and inventory. Organize company events and deliver detailed departmental performance reports.
HIV and AIDS Counselor and Trainer at AISESEC Zimbabwe (in collaboration with UZ)
January 1, 2008 - May 1, 2010Coordinate HIV/AIDS awareness programs, provide counseling to affected individuals, enhance sexual health training for youth, coordinate support groups, and assess training materials and program outcomes to improve effectiveness.
Junior Accounts Assistant and Stock Control at Montana Meats
April 1, 2005 - July 1, 2005Fixed asset register, processed payment vouchers, prepared VAT and accrual schedules, reconciled bank statements, compiled expense claims, monitored petty cash, posted financial data in Excel, and managed inventory.
Administrator and Buyer at Global Capital Holdings (Asset Management)
May 1, 2002 - April 1, 2004Maintained stock positioning for security; processed payments; performed bank reconciliations; calculated maturities; negotiated with suppliers; evaluated quotations and managed end-to-end procurement; coordinated deliveries and supplier payments; monitored stock levels and reorder points.
Education
BSc Economics Honours at University of Zimbabwe
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010Diploma in Accountancy at Gweru Polytechnic College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001Diploma Theory of Music at Trinity College London
January 1, 2020 - March 24, 2026Certificate in Online English Language Teaching (TEFL) at Department of Basic Education SA / British Council
January 1, 2021 - March 24, 2026O-Level (Cambridge Board) at Sizane School / Mpopoma High School, Zimbabwe
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995O-Level (Cambridge Board) - 4 points at Sizane / Mpopoma High School, Zimbabwe
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997BSc Economics Honours at University of Zimbabwe
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2010 Diploma in Accountancy at Gweru Polytechnical College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001A Levels at Sizane School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997O Levels at Sizane School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement & Supply at Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026Qualifications
O-Level Passes (Cambridge Board) - 7 passes
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995O-Level Passes (Cambridge Board) - 4 points
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997Certificate in Online English Language Teaching (TEFL)
January 1, 2021 - March 24, 2026CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement & Supply
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Consumer Goods
H2 Primary school concert 2022
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