Stephano Malingoya
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with over 13 years of experience in local and international purchasing. Currently serving as a Senior Import Officer at the largest glass container manufacturing company in Eastern and Central Africa, specializing in negotiation and problem-solving. Notable achievements include enhanced supplier relations and improved procurement efficiency, leading to significant cost savings through meticulous attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. Committed to leveraging expertise to foster operational excellence in procurement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Imports Officer
Kioo Limited
03.2020 - Current
- Offer procurement expertise and manage administrative tasks for moderate to significant procurements.
- Manage Import department and coordinated with international suppliers for critical items.
- Utilize Annual Procurement Plan for scheduling import of key raw materials.
- Coordinate logistics of raw materials, CAPEX, and imported spare parts with department heads.
- Negotiate costs, terms, and conditions with suppliers and shipping lines as per corporate policies.
- Provide management with reports on raw materials, consumables and critical items.
- Avoiding demurrage and other avoidable charges by ensuring timely clearance.
- Handle department head grievances and complaints efficiently.
- Coordinate with finance to ensure timely clearance of supplier payments.
- Develope costing sheets for all incoming raw materials, spare parts and consumables.
- Proactively develope strategic supplier partnerships.
- Implement strategies to reduce costs without compromising inventory levels.
- Execute miscellaneous tasks assigned by the supervisor.
East African Cables (Tz) Ltd
04.2015 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented the Annual Procurement Plan for improved operations.
- Supported transportation of materials and various equipment.
- Ensures adherence to set procurement guidelines.
- Prepared procurement proposals and negotiated with suppliers.
- Cultivated positive connections with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintained company-owned houses and buildings consistently.
- Prepared status updates on raw materials at various locations for the Head Office's review.
- Conducted regular evaluations of suppliers to verify adherence to company requirements.
- Adhered to company protocols for servicing and fueling fleet.
- Coordinated with key suppliers and clearing agents to ensure timely raw materials clearance.
- Ensured timely preparation of supplier payment requests according to contract terms.
- Executed additional tasks delegated by supervisor.
Procurement Assistant
Tanzania Postal Bank
05.2012 - 04.2015
- Developed procurement plans and reviewed purchase requests.
- Conducted research and identified suitable suppliers.
- Ensured accuracy in the creation and processing of purchase orders.
- Coordinated delivery schedules with vendors.
- Assisted in maintaining and monitoring inventory balance.
- Secure and manage detailed records for all purchase orders and contracts.
- Guarantee adherence to bank procurement guidelines.
- Facilitated payment processing for finalized procurements.
Education
Master of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management -
Mzumbe University
01.2022
Diploma in Procurement and Supply-Level 4 -
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
05.2019
Master of Science in International Transport and Logistics -
University of Dar es salaam
01.2019
Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional -
Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board
05.2017
Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics management -
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
01.2016
Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply -
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
01.2011
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
Galanos Secondary School
01.2007
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Azania Secondary School
01.2004
Skills
- Effective Negotiation
- Attention to details
- Problem solving skills
- MS office tools and SAP
- Creativity
- Integrity
- Planning
- Communication and interpersonal skills
Currentposition
Senior Imports Officer
Currentemployer
Kioo Limited
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/18/85
- Nationality: Tanzanian
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Swahili, Fluent
References
- Mr. Geoffrey Odhiambo, General Manager, East African Cables (Tanzania) Ltd, P.O Box 508, Dar Es Salaam, +255 784 522943, godhiambo@eacables.com
- Ms. Immaculate Beda, Branch Operations Manager, TPB Bank Plc, P.O Box 2222, Iringa, +255 757 919805, immaculata.beda@tpbbank.co.tz
- Mr. Livin Momburi, Senior Accountant, Kioo Limited, P.O Box 9273, Dar Es Salaam, +255 654 474 566, livinmark90@gmail.com
Training
- Project Management Principles and Practices, The University of Dar es Salaam Business School, 07/31/19 - 08/02/19
- Profitable Inventory Management and Control, The University of Dar es Salaam Business School, 07/24/19 - 07/26/19
- Managing Urban Transportation for Economic Development, Mzumbe University, 03/26/19 - 03/28/19
- Supply Chain Performance Measurement and Benchmarking, The University of Dar es Salaam Business School, 02/19/19 - 02/21/19
- Quality Management System (QMS), SGS - ISO 9001:2015, 09/11/17 - 09/14/17
- 8th Procurement and Supplies Professionals Annual Conference, Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board, 12/04/17 - 12/05/17
Skillscompetencesvalues
- Effective Negotiation
- Attention to details
- Problem solving skills
- MS office tools and SAP
- Creativity
- Integrity
- Planning
- Communication and interpersonal skills
Professionalmemberships
- Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB), Tanzania
- International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM), Recognition
- Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS-UK), Studying member - Level 5
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Senior Imports Officer
Kioo Limited
03.2020 - Current
East African Cables (Tz) Ltd
04.2015 - 03.2020
Procurement Assistant
Tanzania Postal Bank
05.2012 - 04.2015
Master of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management -
Mzumbe University
Diploma in Procurement and Supply-Level 4 -
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
Master of Science in International Transport and Logistics -
University of Dar es salaam
Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional -
Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board
Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics management -
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply -
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
Galanos Secondary School
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Azania Secondary School
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