Theresa Smit

I have a high degree of quality-control and able to deal with details (e.g., exact standards, data, fine print, and close tolerances) with accuracy and confidence.  I always bring enthusiasm and optimism to team projects and able to get along with a variety of other styles I am an excellent critical thinker and very proficient in my area of expertise.

By demonstrating good communication, persuasion, (obtaining buy-in) and change management skills, I am continuously seeking opportunities to improve overall delivery. I maintain high quality and performance standards and put in additional effort to accomplish my goals

I have the necessary expertise to drive the continual growth of a department.  I am not content to simply delegate, I take great satisfaction in getting in there to get the job done and “leading by doing”.

As Manager I lift the team’s general understanding, by motivate, train and develop team members by sharing best practices. With strong communication, interpersonal and mentoring skills, I strive to build and motivate the team to work collaboratively toward a common goal.

I am well equipped and skilled with 20 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Procurement (including those 13 years as Procurement Manager). My in-depth knowledge of Supply Chain, procurement processes and strategies together with, 13 years’ experience in the financial sector enables me to improve processes across Supply Chain, Procurement, and finance, to truly deliver on improved efficiency and or to reduce Total Cost.

My core competencies include

• Procurement Management – Policies and procedures 
• Strong knowledge, use and influence of procurement tools and applications
• Administration of procurement of goods, works and services
• Formal contract monitoring and Management (Suppliers and Contractors)
• Strong understanding of contracting principles
• Leader in strong Negotiation and cost management skills
• Payment processes in Procurement and Financial Departments
• Development and implementing improved contract management processes to leverage total spend and identify opportunities for more cost-effective purchasing.
• Service Level agreements with suppliers.
• Supplier Relationship Management, local and international
• Good analytical abilities to assess the performance of suppliers against criteria such 

as quality, cost, reliability, ability to innovate and financial stability.

• Excellent ability to develop suppliers strategically       
• Vendor and Stakeholders management
• Operational material planning and project management
• Order Specifications/Instructions to suppliers
• CMT Raw Materials Management and project planning.
• Manage adequate stock levels
• Budget management
• Formal Negotiation to reduce total cost savings according to targets, budgets and annual spend on projects, sales, and site managed services.
• Strategic sourcing
• Procurement and Financial Reporting on Exco level
• Development of commercial and Pricing strategies
• General business management - knowledge of appropriate business practices and procedures
• Strategic Procurement Management
• Customer management
• Quality Management
• Import and Export management
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
• Excellent Team leadership and influencing skills
• Strong planning and analytical decision-making skills
• Open-minded, proactive, and well organised
• Problem solver, not afraid of tackling difficulties
• Accountancy, working with numbers
• Financial practices 
• People and relationship management and development of staff
• Ability to work independently

I am an CIPS member and enrolled in CIPS Level 4 - Diploma in Procurement and Supply