Melanie Ndjago
Windhoek
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven Procurement Practitioner with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization. Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies through effective procurement strategies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
PRES. Procurement Manager
NAMIBIA DAIRIES (PTY) LTD
01.2021 - Current
- Manage, implement and monitor compliance to procurement and inventory policies, Prepare and present periodic procurement reports to executive committee, Manage the procurement of materials and services for operational, production and maintenance requirement, in line with agreed forecasts and planning goals, Facilitate & evaluate complex and high-value Tenders, RFQ's and detailed bids and share recommendations, Manage warehouse inventories in line with ABC classifications, Manage purchasing functions and projects inline with Cost of Ownership, draft and review complex and high-value contracts, Approve or terminate Supplier contracts, Implement and maintain contact management processes, Design supplier development and evaluation programs, Compile inventory classification data, Consistently monitor Ageing reports, determine and mitigate risks, Submit monthly cash flow forecast to Finance, Analyze price variance report, Guide the drafting of material and service sourcing, Manage staff performance, training, development and discipline, Lead the process of quality audits & inspections on goods received in order to ensure OTIF delivery, Continuously engage with key stakeholders in order to build & maintain effective relationships, Understand legislation pertaining to relevant industries, Continuously engage government on matters concerning imports, exports, etc
Bid Evaluation Committee Member
Central Procurement Board Of Namibia
06.2023 - Current
- Oversee the examination and evaluation of bids that exceed the threshold prescribed for public entities and facilitated by the Central Procurement Board of Namibia
Procurement Specialist
NAMIBIA DAIRIES (PTY) LTD
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Optimize procurement expenditure in line with total Cost of Ownership objectives, Lead Negotiations with internal and external stakeholders to secure advantageous terms, Draft, review, maintain and negotiate contracts, perform overall procurement/contracting risk assessment and select appropriate contractual conditions to mitigate risks, Source necessary legal advice on behalf of the business, Execute RFQ/tender process, Participate as the procurement expert on big projects, Design and implement vendor evaluations in line with company objectives and quality assurance regulations, Communicate evaluation results and necessitate corrective action, Building and maintaining supplier relationships, Develop, maintain and ensure compliance of procurement, inventory and logistics policies and procedures, Review market reports and keep up to date with trends, Develop strategic sourcing alternatives, Control and enforce Purchase to Pay process in line with ISO 9001, Perform as a designated substitute for the Procurement Manager, Compile budgets, cost/spend analyses and month-end procurement reports, Manage staff performance and development, Promote a culture of long-term savings
INVENTORY CONTROLLER
QKR NAMIBIA NAVACHAB GOLD MINE
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintain relationships with both internal and external customers, Budget & forecast inventory, Update & maintain material master data & supplier information, Negotiate and conclude fixed price agreements/contracts., Monitor, identify and resolve any potential issues regarding the delivery of overdue purchase orders, Ensure SLA's are maintained, Monitor & maintain current inventory levels, Administering stock controls and issue work orders, Initiate action to replenish stock, Adhere to Theory of constraints principle (TOC), Maintaining statistical and financial data, Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation (SHE Rep for the department) ,Evaluate supplier performance as per set standard ( Service level agreements), Disposal and auction of redundant materials, Review & report on Slow moving inventory on a quarterly basis , Produce periodical reports on work processes and supply chain staff, Submit recons and summaries of Inventory holdings on weekly and monthly basis, Ensure safeguarding of warehouse operations by monitoring procedures and protocols, Plan & supervise all Stocktaking/Bin Audit events & ensure reconciliations are up to date, Drive continuous improvement & cost saving initiatives, Supervise supply chain personnel, Represent the company at expo's, e.g
- Karibib Travel & Tourism Expo/ Mining Expo & Conference, Member of communications committee
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CONSULTANT
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Promote products & services, Maintain a positive relationship with current and potential customers, Receive & arrange payment, Accept deposits, withdrawals & cash requisitions (Bulks), Balance cash daily, open accounts, create scheduled payments, etc
- Handle daily reports according to Golden Rules, keep abreast with new developments in the field, recommend and implement new knowledge of information to improve current work processes, Responsible for a number of ATM's and undertake the routine maintenance and cash replenishment of these machines, Execute activities within risk and compliance requirements., Approve, validate and verify all Foreign Exchange Transactions.
CALL CENTRE/ SALES AGENT
OSEG GROUP
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Dealing with customer queries, requests, orders or complaints, Research required information for customers using available resources, Accurately recording details of calls and issues on logging software, Market and sell products, Keep up to date with product changes and enhancements, Maintain a high knowledge of Market Knowledge and understanding, Monitor and track the performance of products and services, prepare and present weekly and monthly performance and sales reports.
Education
Higher Certificate in Business Management -
Amity Open University
Bachelor of Commerce in Laws (Bcom Law) -
STADIO
06.2024
CIPS Level 4 Certification -
Chartered Institute of Procurement And Supply
Leading Your Team Through Change -
Prosci
Influence People With Persuasion Psychology -
Udemy
Lean Six Sigma White Belt -
MF Treinamentos
Skills
- Excellent Knowledge of MS Office & SAP (Super User)
- Policy Development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- Contract Negotiation
- Negotiation
- Project management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
Accomplishments
- Successfully facilitated solar panel tender for the O&L Group to completion
- Successfully facilitated tender for private road construction at the !Aimab Superfarm
- Implemented SAP cost center reallocation
- Successfully secured a tender from, highlighting the ability to compete and win contracts in a competitive market.
- Facilitated successful export to Angola and Zambia
- Overall Value Star July 2022
- Employee of the month: November 2021 and July 2022
Languages
English (Fluent)
Full Professional
Afrikaans (Fluent)
Oshiwanbo (Fluent)
Othiherero (Fair)
personal information
- ID Number: 90091900166
- Driving License: Code B
references
- Jessica Gabriel, Contract & Procurement Manager, Vivo Energy Namibia, +264 81 151 6177
- Wilko Duwel, Financial Director, FIRST NATIONAL BANK, +264 81 141 4737
- Xavier Kotzee, Commercial Manager, QKR Navachab Gold Mine, +264 81 365 4333
Timeline
Bid Evaluation Committee Member
Central Procurement Board Of Namibia
06.2023 - Current
PRES. Procurement Manager
NAMIBIA DAIRIES (PTY) LTD
01.2021 - Current
Procurement Specialist
NAMIBIA DAIRIES (PTY) LTD
01.2019 - 01.2021
INVENTORY CONTROLLER
QKR NAMIBIA NAVACHAB GOLD MINE
01.2016 - 01.2019
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CONSULTANT
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
01.2011 - 01.2014
CALL CENTRE/ SALES AGENT
OSEG GROUP
01.2011 - 01.2011
Higher Certificate in Business Management -
Amity Open University
Bachelor of Commerce in Laws (Bcom Law) -
STADIO
CIPS Level 4 Certification -
Chartered Institute of Procurement And Supply
Leading Your Team Through Change -
Prosci
Influence People With Persuasion Psychology -
Udemy
Lean Six Sigma White Belt -
MF Treinamentos
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