Sizakele Nzama
@sizakelenzama
I lead strategic sourcing, procurement, contracts, and logistics for port operations.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I've led strategic and tactical sourcing at Transnet Port Terminals, managing annual procurement plans, supplier development, contract administration, P2P controls, and procurement for core business commodities. I focus on maintaining optimum spares availability for container-sector fleet maintenance while upholding PFMA, PPPFA, National Treasury, and contract-management governance.
Across Transnet Port Terminals and Transnet Engineering, I've managed logistics, distribution, buying, production planning, inventory accuracy, supplier negotiations, and material availability for operational and production environments. I bring 20 years of management experience, MCIPS membership, and a record of balancing stock levels, budgets, service delivery, and business continuity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Strategic and Tactical Sourcing Manager
Transnet Port Terminals
Feb 2019 - Jul 2024 (5 years 5 months)
Compiled annual procurement plans and formulated strategies for successful implementation. Managed procurement processes, ensured compliance with legislation, and maintained optimal stock levels for business continuity.
Logistics Manager
Transnet Port Terminals
Jan 2008 - Jan 2019 (11 years)
Supported technical operations with critical equipment spares and monitored procurement processes for various commodities. Controlled procurement budget, set reorder points, and managed stock levels to ensure operational efficiency.
Distribution Manager
Transnet Engineering
Jan 2004 - Jan 2007 (3 years)
Managed distribution of components and materials to support production schedules. Oversaw stock levels, fleet management, and logistics database accuracy while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Buyer
Transnet Engineering
Jan 2003 - Jan 2004 (1 year)
Negotiated prices with suppliers and developed supplier strategies. Managed tender processes, maintained vendor lists, and monitored procurement best practices to ensure material reliability.
Production Planner
Transnet Engineering
Jan 2002 - Jan 2003 (1 year)
Ran MRP on SAP system and created bills of materials. Placed orders based on production schedules, managed picking lists, and monitored material movement to ensure production targets were met.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Postgraduate Diploma, Supply Chain Management & Marketing
2017 - 2018
Completed a Post Graduate in Supply Chain Management & Marketing from 2017 to 2018.
Durban Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Technology, Operations Management
2015 - 2016
Completed a B-Tech in Operations Management from 2015 to 2016.
Durban University of Technology
National Diploma, Production Management
1998 - 2000
Completed a National Diploma in Production Management from 1998 to 2000.
Bhekeshowe High School
Matric, General
Completed Matric in 1997.
Availability
Location
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