Zinaida Amade
Procurement Specialist
Maputo
Summary
Senior Procurement Officer with background overseeing purchase of goods and services on behalf of organization. Seasoned expert at bid process guidance and contract administration. Talented leader when following and enforcing purchasing rules, procedures and associated regulations. Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER
ENGIE MOZAMBIQUE
Maputo
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- Manage over 50 customers calls per day
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR
TECNICOL (AFUNGI PROJECT)
Pemba
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex financial issues for senior leadership.
- Plan and coordinate all activities related to supply and acquisition of goods and services required by business
- Responsible for legalization of Work Permit, Visas Expatriate staff
- Increased customers satisfaction by 70% by solving problems and concerns effectively
PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR
BNI - BANCO NACIONAL DE INVESTIMENTOS
Maputo
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Negotiated with vendors on freight costs, cutting shipping prices by 40%
SOCIAL SECRETARY & ADM. OFFICER
EMBASSY OF SWEDEN
Maputo
06.2004 - 12.2012
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions from Ambassador
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Manage official correspondence to & with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mozambique & Swaziland (Eswatine)
- Organize Ambassadors meetings in the office & Headquarters
- Communicate, plan & coordinate events, concept creation & development of event theme
- Coordinating international & domestic travel, including flight, hotel and car rental reservations for all staff
PORTUGUESE TEACHER
CONSULATE OF PORTUGAL
Johannesburg
03.1999 - 06.2002
- Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help Matric students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Lecture Portuguese to Matric student as second language
Education
BBA - Master of Business Administration
MANCOSA
Durban, South Africa 01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
BOSTON CITY CAMPUS (PRISA)
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.1997 - 11.1999
Skills
Vendor relationship management
undefinedTimeline
SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER
ENGIE MOZAMBIQUE
02.2021 - 01.2023
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR
TECNICOL (AFUNGI PROJECT)
01.2019 - 05.2021
BBA - Master of Business Administration
MANCOSA
01.2019 - Current
PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR
BNI - BANCO NACIONAL DE INVESTIMENTOS
01.2013 - 01.2019
SOCIAL SECRETARY & ADM. OFFICER
EMBASSY OF SWEDEN
06.2004 - 12.2012
PORTUGUESE TEACHER
CONSULATE OF PORTUGAL
03.1999 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
BOSTON CITY CAMPUS (PRISA)
01.1997 - 11.1999
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