Modisa Maroleng (Maro_leng)

Experienced Purchasing Manager with a 15+ year track record in contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost-effective procurement. Adept at analyzing marketing trends and optimizing forecasting and demand planning for efficiency. Committed to delivering outstanding results and exceeding expectations. Proven expertise in cost analysis, project management, and inventory control, with a background in local and international export and import sourcing, including knowledge of relevant laws. Consistently surpasses customer expectations through exceptional problem- solving and budgeting abilities..

Experience:
Purchasing Manager at Saffer Trading (Jan 2020 - Apr 2023)
- Managed purchasing operations with $5 million annual budget
- Implemented competitive pricing agreements, reducing costs by 13.7%
- Cultivated vendor relationships and ensured quality standards
- Analyzed market trends and optimized purchasing processes

Previous Experience:
Demand Planner at Wholesale House Supplier (Jan 2018 - Dec 2020)
- Orchestrated demand planning process for global product lines
- Leveraged forecasting models and analytics to interpret trends
- Collaborated with sales/marketing teams on demand generation

National Buying Supervisor at Wholesale House Supplier (Jan 2014 - Dec 2017)  
- Led team of 8 buyers for procurement of goods/services
- Implemented new purchasing system, reducing costs by 35%
- Negotiated vendor contracts and managed pricing/distribution

Import Manager at Stability (Jan 2011 - Dec 2013)
- Oversaw imports from international vendors, ensuring compliance
- Negotiated and managed import contracts
- Conducted risk assessments and contingency planning  

Store Manager at Cell C Brooklyn/Hatfield (Mar 2007 - Dec 2010)
- Managed retail store operations generating $2.5 million annually
- Developed training programs and streamlined processes
- Managed inventory, budgets, and vendor relationships

1. Secondary school education from Milton High completed in 2005.
2. A certification in Supply Chain Management, which is highly relevant for Maroleng's career in procurement and supply chain roles.
3. CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This aligns with Maroleng's experience in project management within procurement operations.