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Linda Ndeyapo Alweendo

Senior Buyer
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Buyer with extensive expertise in procurement, supply chain management, and contract administration. Proven ability to negotiate favorable contracts, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with procurement policies while driving cost efficiencies. Proficient in researching suppliers, analyzing bids, and overseeing the documentation process to facilitate informed purchasing decisions.


Committed to leveraging advanced skills in SAP material management, budget control to contribute to organizational success.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Buyer

TransNamib Holdings
01.2025 - Current
  • Develop and implement procurement policies in line with regulatory frameworks.
  • Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act of Namibia.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of SAP material management systems.
  • Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and contract execution.
  • Analyze spending patterns and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Oversee procurement planning, ensuring timely delivery and minimal disruptions.
  • Identify and mitigate procurement risks while ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to address procurement needs.
  • Prepare and present procurement reports (Quarterly activity reports) to senior management in accordance to the Annual Procurement Plan.
  • Administer tender contracts, compile and submit tender recommendations.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company policies.
  • Managed procurement processes to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.
  • Oversaw end-to-end stock take process from planning and coordination to execution, variance analysis, and final reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective inventory control.

CEO/Executive Secretary

TransNamib Holdings
10.2019 - 12.2024
  • Manage high-level correspondence, reports, and confidential information.
  • Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and schedules for executives.
  • Oversee administrative functions, including document management.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies and budget control.
  • Facilitate communication between executive management and stakeholders.
  • Organized travel arrangements, optimizing itineraries to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Streamlined office procedures, implementing best practices that improved workflow effectiveness.
  • Mentored junior administrative staff, fostering skills development and promoting team cohesion.
  • Led initiatives to digitize records, resulting in improved document retrieval times and reduced paper usage.
  • Handled confidential information in professional manner.
  • Served as a liaison between executives, staff members, clients, and stakeholders to maintain effective communication channels.
  • Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and bookings for executive staff.
  • Orchestrated successful conferences and associated travel for speakers and attendees.

Administrative Support

Walvis Bay Corridor Group
11.2016 - 03.2017
  • Provided administrative assistance to senior management.
  • Handled correspondence, scheduling, and office supplies management.
  • Managed procurement logistics and supplier liaison.

Education

Bachelor of Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Namibia University of Science And Technology
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
04-2017

Skills

  • Procurement & Supply Chain Management
  • Contract Negotiation & Administration
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • SAP Material Management
  • Risk & Compliance Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Tender Management & Reporting
  • Supplier sourcing
  • Procurement procedures
  • Materials sourcing
  • Procurement documentation
  • Purchase order management

Certification

Executive Assistants Training Programme

Languages

English (Fluent)
Oshiwambo (Fluent)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Strong negotiation and leadership skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.

Reference

Reference Available on Request.

Timeline

Senior Buyer

TransNamib Holdings
01.2025 - Current

CEO/Executive Secretary

TransNamib Holdings
10.2019 - 12.2024

Administrative Support

Walvis Bay Corridor Group
11.2016 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Namibia University of Science And Technology

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