DARLINGTON MUKWASI
Harare,Zimbabwe
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Manager with a proven track record at Huawei Technologies, excelling in contract negotiation and vendor management. Expert in inventory control and project management, successfully optimizing supply chain processes to enhance efficiency. Renowned for building strong relationships and implementing strategic solutions that drive cost savings and improve service delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Virtual All Africa Logistics
Harare, Harare
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Office interface with China Team on Ecommerce Delivery.
- Responsible for making decisions on strategic company goals and direction formulation.
- Responsible for company financial management Budgets and Budget Management.
- Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Implemented stock optimization strategies and minimized product loss.
- Identified systematic problems and root causes to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Monitored supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery and responsiveness to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Ordered new materials to prevent shortages and approved delivery details and times.
- Conducted market research to identify new sources of supply that offered competitive prices.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received from vendors.
- Provided guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications, materials selection and vendor selection criteria.
- developed systems for tracking inventory levels at all times so that critical supplies were not depleted unexpectedly.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
- Researched new products or technologies available in the market that could benefit the organization's operations.
- Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated contracts.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to procurement activities.
- Participated in trade shows or conferences related to procurement topics to stay abreast of industry developments.
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
Supply Chain Manager
Huawei Technologies
Zimbabwe
02.2011 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: Huawei Technologies is a global leader in ICT solutions.
- Team leader for Zimbabwe Supply & Delivery systems configuration team.
- Project early involvement, developing supply solutions & project plan, negotiation with suppliers.
- Mobile & Fibre Broad Band projects supply and rollout delivery planning.
- Procurement of IT/telecoms hardware & software, tracking production, transportation up to the customs clearance and delivery of the equipment.
- Developed and maintained a sustainable supply chain program, focusing on environmental and social responsibility.
- Liaised with carriers regarding shipment issues; resolving discrepancies between carriers' invoices and records.
- Created reports summarizing supply chain operations such as inventory levels and shipping schedules.
- Directed logistics operations, including warehousing and transportation, to enhance distribution efficiency.
- Implemented processes for order tracking and tracing from vendor through customer delivery.
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Conferred with supply chain planners to forecast demand or create supply plans.
- Conducted vendor monitoring and supply chain management activities in compliance with internal logistics standards.
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
- Facilitated risk management within the supply chain, developing contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions.
- Implemented communication channels with customers, clientele and key vendors, prioritizing opportunities and ensuring quick problem resolution.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms and cost savings.
- Managed the procurement activities of goods or services from vendors or subcontractors according to corporate policies.
- Determined inventory goals, product stock, and risk management objectives and oversaw techniques to maximize inventory.
- Tracked shipments to ensure on-time deliveries while minimizing transit costs.
- Implemented advanced forecasting methods to accurately predict product demand and adjust supply chain activities accordingly.
- Evaluated new technologies related to supply chain management processes.
- Identified opportunities to reuse or recycle materials to minimize consumption of new materials.
- Identified and rolled out both short- and long-term supply chain plans while optimizing procedures to decrease annual expenses.
- Led supply chain process improvement initiatives, resulting in increased operational effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to the import and export process.
- Oversaw warehouse operations including receiving, storage, packing, unpacking, shipping, receiving functions.
- Planned transportation routes for domestic and international shipments using routing software applications.
- Managed cross-border logistics, including customs compliance and international shipping regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to meet production demands while minimizing holding costs.
- Enhanced supply chain processes, strengthening planning procedures, organizing schedules and maintaining records.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Led supplier relationship management efforts, fostering partnerships that enhanced supply chain resilience.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Customs Clearance and Forwarding Agent
Prudent Freight Services
Zimbabwe
03.2007 - 12.2020
- Transport planning for all shipments being cleared or forwarded.
- Arranged transit insurance for these shipments at the best rates.
- Tracked all shipments destined for Zimbabwe and updating clients.
- Warehouse receiving and implementing the inbound operation in the warehousing computer system.
- Warehouse inventory management including periodic stock takes, issuing of materials safety management and managing inventory.
- Conducted due diligence on behalf of clients for various transactions.
- Established key business relationships within industry by using responsiveness, efficiency and deep knowledge of real estate industry.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Delivered excellent service via inbound and outbound calling efforts, meeting established minimum targets.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Shipping Clerk
City Clearing Services
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Oversaw the transport function.
- Coordinated the warehousing function.
- Receipting and invoicing of duties and transport charges paid by clients as well as other charges raised by the company.
- collection of shipping documents from couriers and clients for costing.
- Calculation of duty storage charges and advising clients.
- Cargo Tariff or HS code Classification.
- Cargo collection and delivery.
- Prepared and processed shipments, including packaging, labeling, and documenting.
- Conducted shipping documentation, including bills of lading, freight bills, and customs.
- Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
- Communicated with carriers regarding any delays in shipments or discrepancies between orders and actual deliveries.
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Generated and maintained records of shipments, such as bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other required documentation.
- Compared shipping routes or methods to determine least environmental impact.
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
- Compared bills of lading against actual merchandise received, inspected for damaged goods and coordinated distribution to correct departments.
- Used vendor knowledge to determine shipping procedures, routes and rates.
- Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
- Worked closely with internal departments such as purchasing and receiving to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Verified shipping documents for accuracy.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Education
Masters In Contemporal Studies -
IPU University
Newzealand04.2025
Huawei Project Management -
Huawei University
Kenya01.2020
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree - Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Woman University in Africa
Zimbabwe06.2019
Huawei Core 8 Project Management -
Huawei University
Shenzhen, China01.2018
Huawei Project Management -
Huawei University
Shenzhen, China03.2017
Huawei Warehouse Management -
Huawei University
Shenzhen, China05.2015
Diploma in clearing Forwarding and Shipping Management -
ABMA
Denmark12.2004
Skills
- Dangerous goods handling
- Project management
- Procurement processes
- Contract negotiation
- Inventory control
- Relationship building
- Vendor management
- Active listening
- Multitasking
- Negotiate prices
- Staff training
- Transportation
- Management tracking
- Safety principles
- Team building
- MS office
Accomplishments
- 10 Years Service Award, HUAWEI, Harare, 2021
- Huawei Future Star Award, HUAWEI, Harare, 2019
Training
- Huawei Project Management, Huawei University Kenya, 01/01/20
- Huawei Core 8 Project Management, Huawei University Shenzhen, China, 01/01/18
- Huawei Warehouse Management, Huawei University Shenzhen, China, 05/01/15
- Huawei Project Management, Huawei University, Shenzhen, China, 03/01/17
References
- Boniface Madimutsa, Manager & City Clearing Services, Bonniem@zol.co.zw, 00263772277377
- Godfrey Chigunduru, Operations Manager, Prudent Freight Services, Godrey@Fedex.co.zw, 0772389201
- Batsirai Gwaringa, Maintenance Manager, Huawei Technologies Zimbabwe, Batsirai.gwaringa@Huawei.com, 00263712754734
- Emma Binali, Manager Virtual All Africa, Emma@virtualallafricalogistics.co.zw, 00263772349303
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- hiking
- football
- cycling
- picnic
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Virtual All Africa Logistics
03.2023 - 03.2025
Supply Chain Manager
Huawei Technologies
02.2011 - 02.2023
Customs Clearance and Forwarding Agent
Prudent Freight Services
03.2007 - 12.2020
Shipping Clerk
City Clearing Services
01.2003 - 12.2007
Masters In Contemporal Studies -
IPU University
Huawei Project Management -
Huawei University
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree - Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Woman University in Africa
Huawei Core 8 Project Management -
Huawei University
Huawei Project Management -
Huawei University
Huawei Warehouse Management -
Huawei University
Diploma in clearing Forwarding and Shipping Management -
ABMA
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