Balopi Lorato Jane
Procurement Officer
Francistown
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking Procurement professional with 7 years of experience maintaining vendor relationships to facilitate cost-effective and timely purchasing functions. Excellent negotiation and contract development skills with proficiency. Results-driven Procurement Officer offering superior research abilities, sound judgment and meticulous organizational skills. Meets internal supply needs while maintaining budget and operational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement Officer
Ministry Of Agriculture/veterinary Services
Francistown
07.2015 - Current
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Procured materials for squadron maintenance and repair services.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Promoted superior customer experiences by leveraging understanding of color, trends, styles, benefits and product value perception.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
Lecturer(CIPS)
UEL College
Selibe Phikwe
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Warehouse Manager
Hahle Hahle Investment
Francistown
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
Education
Advance Diploma In Purchasing And Supply Managemen -
Academy of Business Management
Gaborone 01.2008 - 04.2010
Skills
Supplier relationships
undefinedTimeline
Procurement Officer
Ministry Of Agriculture/veterinary Services
07.2015 - Current
Lecturer(CIPS)
UEL College
01.2014 - 01.2014
Warehouse Manager
Hahle Hahle Investment
03.2010 - 01.2013
Advance Diploma In Purchasing And Supply Managemen -
Academy of Business Management
01.2008 - 04.2010
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