Tinashe Gwatidzo
@tinashegwatidzo
Senior supply chain manager driving efficient, process-improving operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Senior Supply Chain Manager at Commercial Auto Components SA, where I plan, implement, and monitor the overall supply chain strategy to maximize efficiency and productivity. With over 13 years of experience in manufacturing, production, and operations, I focus on improving manufacturing processes, solving problems, and enhancing delivery performance.
My expertise spans ERP systems, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement—turning operational challenges into measurable accuracy and efficiency gains. I’ve led supply chain execution and production planning and control, managing inventory levels to minimize production risk while maximizing inventory turns, and I’m actively interested in roles where I can streamline end-to-end operations through strong process discipline.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Manager: Supply Chain
Commercial Auto Components SA
Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Planning, implementing, and monitoring the overall supply chain strategy in order to maximize efficiency and productivity.
Freelance Consultant
Uxie Technology Solutions
Dec 2021 - Present (4 years 10 months)
Worked as a Freelance Consultant for Uxie Technology Solutions.
Founder
Pamusika.net
Jul 2014 - Present (12 years 3 months)
Pamusika.net (www.pamusika.net) is a Zimbabwe based dedicated Online Classifieds marketplace & E-commerce site for the buying and selling of services and goods such as vehicles, electronics, fashion items, property, household furniture and goods. Our goal is to provide a platform for buyers and sellers to interact and complete transaction in a safe and secure manner.
Manager: Customer Care (CCPPC)
Commercial Auto Components SA
Aug 2023 - Dec 2023 (4 months)
Worked as a manager covering customer care and production planning & control (CCPPC) responsibilities at Commercial Auto Components SA.
Manager: Customer Care, Production Planning & Control (CCPPC)
Commercial Auto Components SA
Aug 2023 - Dec 2023 (4 months)
Worked as Manager: Customer Care, Production Planning & Control (CCPPC) at Commercial Auto Components SA.
Production Planning Manager
Commercial Auto Components SA
Jun 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Worked as a Production Planning Manager at Commercial Auto Components SA.
Supply Chain Lead
Commercial Auto Components SA
Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 (2 months)
Planning, implementing, and monitoring the overall supply chain strategy in order to maximize efficiency and productivity.
Production planning and control function
Responsible for the overall strategy and execution of supply chain management function as well as the planning and directing of activities and operations of the business.
Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to st
Production Manager
Transpec Vehicle Body Builders
May 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 7 months)
Supervising factory staff to including hiring, training, evaluating performance, providing compensation recommendations, and determining disciplinary actions when necessary.
Managing the production operations of the plant, which includes the implementation and administration of production programs and schedules, safety initiatives, applicable product and quality improvement measures, and related a
Production Planning & Control Analyst
Roadhog Trailers
Jun 2015 - Apr 2019 (3 years 10 months)
Coordinate production workflow for all factory products.
Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
Assign workers and other staff to particular production operations
Schedule shift according to production needs
Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget
Addr
Production Scheduler
Roadhog Trailers
Jun 2014 - May 2015 (11 months)
Create and maintain schedules.
Use workers and resources in the most effective manner.
Provide quick responses to production issues.
Identify problems and help improve processes.
Use software to generate reports and schedules.
Ensure that company deadlines are met
Assistant Branch Manager
Manolis Munchies
Nov 2012 - May 2014 (1 year 6 months)
Recruiting, training, supervising & appraising staff
Managing budgets
Maintaining statistical and financial records
Dealing with customer queries and complaints
Overseeing pricing and stock control
Maximising profitability and setting/meeting sales targets, including motivating staff to do so
ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation
Preparing promotional materials and displays
Liaisi
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, IT & Supply Chain Management
2023 - 2027
Technical University of Munich
Six Sigma and Lean: Quantitative Tools for Quality and Productivity Master Six Sigma
2018 - 2018
Technical University of Munich
Master Six Sigma, Six Sigma and Lean
Completed Six Sigma and Lean quantitative tools for quality and productivity (Master Six Sigma) in 2018.
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