Faith Jakuchichi

I'm a very quick learner and am always game to learn new sectors. I love exploring the interconnectedness of everything. I am passionate about my work and the people I work with and the communities I serve.

Bidvest Renewables Solutions Pty (Ltd)

Procurement Officer | 02/2023 - Present

• Lead logistics and procurement operations for renewable energy projects, ensuring seamless coordination of material stock levels and site resources.

• Managed supplier relationships, including selection, rating, and maintaining approved supplier registers, driving compliance with project specifications.

• Advised on risk management strategies for global sourcing and stakeholder engagement to safeguard brand reputation.

• Oversaw procurement for the EMS Division, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and compliance with industry standards.

• Managed logistics coordination, optimising the transportation of materials to ensure timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

• Led Letter of Credit (LC) negotiations, selecting optimal Incoterms to maximize savings while mitigating financial risks.• Compiled and presented monthly stock-on-hand (SOH) reports for the entire group, providing data-driven insights to support inventory decision-making.

• Created and maintained product codes for the group, ensuring consistency and efficiency in inventory tracking.

• Oversaw product maintenance on K8 ERP, optimising data accuracy and system integrity for streamlined procurement operations.

Gia Development Trades Cc

Purchasing and Projects Coordinator | 04/2017 – 10/2020

• Accountable for supporting and executing the operational and tactical procurement of goods

in accordance with strategies, applicable policies, procedures, and specifications.

• Accurately created purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services within operable limits using Max ERP Systems.

• Ensured application of supply chain management policies and procedures within the company and utilised supply chain management systems to fulfil the function effectively.

• Negotiated competitive pricing with suppliers, expedited orders, and managed supplier contracts.

• Developed volume forecasts to guide business production plans and ensure supply met demand.

• Coordinated raw materials and supplies management and partnered with distribution teams to optimise transportation and warehousing strategies.

• Contributed to risk management within the organisation using Max ERP and LMIS System (SSETA/LGSETA/MICTSETA) for daily monitoring.

• Maintained project documentation and participated in estimating and preparing cost budgets.

• BCOM Honors in Logistics Management, UNISA, ongoing.

• CIPS Professional Diploma (CIPS), 2022.

• BCom in Supply Chain and Operations Management. (Cum Laude), University of South Africa

(UNISA), 2019.

• Diploma in Project Management, (NQF LEVEL 6), Alison Academy, 2015.

• Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply (NQF LEVEL 6), Kwekwe Polytechnic College, 2012.

• Diploma in Stores Management and Stock Control, College of Professional Management (CPM), 2007.