Nonhlanhla Ndlovu
@nonhlanhlandlovu
I manage sourcing, purchase orders, supplier relationships, inventory, and procurement reporting across retail and publishing operations.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
At Zimbabwe Publishing House, I manage full-cycle purchasing by sourcing and evaluating suppliers, preparing purchase orders, and tracking quotations.
I conduct monthly stocktaking, reconcile inventory, and prepare sales and goods-received reports that support purchasing decisions. I also resolve customer and supplier queries related to orders and deliveries.
Previously at Byword Motors, I developed RFPs for automotive parts and services, negotiated contract terms, monitored supplier performance, and conducted cost analysis to identify savings opportunities.
With a Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Retail and Logistics, I bring experience in supplier management, inventory control, compliance, reporting, market research, and customer-focused order delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Buying Officer
Zimbabwe Publishing House
Mar 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Manage the full-cycle purchasing process, including sourcing, evaluating, and selecting suppliers. Prepare and track purchase orders, conduct monthly stocktaking, and generate reports.
Procurement AI Internship
Africa Centre for Economic Justice
Mar 2023 - Mar 2024 (1 year)
Gained practical insight into institutional processes and analyzed inefficiencies in documentation and coordination. Developed an analytical perspective on systems strengthening and AI's potential in institutions.
Procurement Officer
Byword Motors
Jul 2021 - Jun 2022 (11 months)
Spearheaded supplier sourcing and selection, developed RFPs, and managed purchase orders. Conducted cost analysis and monitored supplier performance to inform procurement strategies.
Marketing and Sales Assistant
Prestige Books Pvt
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Developed and issued quotations to prospective clients, maintained customer records, and supported market research and data analysis. Collaborated with the sales team to ensure seamless order-to-delivery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Midlands State University
Bachelor of Commerce Honours, Retail and Logistics
2019 - 2023
Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Retail and Logistics from Midlands State University, completed in 2023.
Nkululeko Govt High School
A' Level Certificate, General
2016 - 2017
A' Level Certificate with 2 passes from Nkululeko Govt High School, completed in 2017.
Nkululeko Govt High School
O' Level Certificate, General
2012 - 2015
O' Level Certificate with 7 passes from Nkululeko Govt High School, completed in 2015.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ZimbabweAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Skills
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