Thembeka Msumza

Processed and verified local and foreign vendor invoices, reconciled accounts payable and bank statements, and implemented controls that reduced discrepancies by 5%, improving vendor relations and payment timeliness.

Generated purchase orders, performed price variance analysis and supplier management to ensure timely, economical receipt of materials and maintained procurement records to streamline workflows.

Managed import POs, GRV processing, claims/credits logging and reporting on Proteus and Eclipse, and produced work instructions and inbound/storage POs to support operations.

Created requisitions and purchase orders in JDE, placed local and foreign orders, managed supplier contracts and compliance, and assisted in stock replenishment and physical stock takes.

Monitored inventory levels, investigated variances, coordinated stock counts and logistics, and produced weekly/monthly reports supporting inventory accuracy and audit preparedness.

Managed supplier sourcing, RFQs and purchase orders for local and global suppliers, monitored inventory levels and negotiated terms to ensure timely material delivery.

Led continuous improvement projects including SAP MM implementation and scrap reduction, performed root-cause and cost/variance analysis to optimize processes and reduce costs.

Managed PGM costing, valuation and reporting, conducted variance and PM margin analysis, and ensured accurate inventory valuation and quarterly reporting to DME.

Prepared management accounts, product costing and variance analysis, managed BOM, labour and overheads accuracy, and coordinated audits and intercompany reconciliations.

Conducted price surveys, negotiated prices, managed promotional lines and forecasts, and compiled performance reports to support procurement decisions.

Maintained promotion schedules and stock levels, liaised with buyers and stores, and ensured timely deliveries for promotional campaigns.

Completed a Certificate in Business Process Management in 2014.

Obtained a National Diploma in Management Accounting in 2012.

Completed a Certificate in Management Accounting in 2006.

Completed a Certificate in Financial Accounting in 2005.

Completed Grade 12 (matric) in 1997.