Richard Mumbi

• Oversaw the procurement and supply management of health and non-health commodities for the grant
• Ensured adherence to relevant guidelines and regulatory requirements for health commodities management protocols
• Ensured cost-effectiveness in the procurement and management of commodities, including health and non-health commodities
• Identified and implemented new strategies and cost-effective approaches to improve service delivery
• Managed contracts with third-party logistics providers (3PL) and other vendors
• Planned procurements and track shipments to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
• Developed and maintained systems and mechanisms for the acquisition and delivery of health and non-health commodities tailored to the program's needs
• Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of procurement activities with program goals
• Communicated effectively with vendors, partners, and relevant authorities to facilitate smooth procurement processes
• Ensured that all procurement activities comply with local and federal regulations, as well as relevant procurement rules and restrictions
• Performed any other roles or duties assigned by the supervisor to support the program's objectives

• Processed end-user requests on time as per Service Level Agreement targets for 2020 with 24hrs of receipt
• Ensured timely delivery and receipt of goods from suppliers
• Negotiated and obtained better prices and delivery terms for all end-user requirements
• Achieved timely and efficient sourcing and procurement of goods works and services according to the laid down procedures and guidelines
• Ensured timely preparation /updating of procurement reports in readiness to submission to end users
• Effectively monitored and tracked all orders until delivery and payments are done
• Developed and implement procurement plans for the end-users
• Contributed to the Enhancement procurement efficiency by 70% because of processing purchase requests within time and implementing of strategic supplier management strategies
• Contributed to procurement compliance at an individual level to 90%
• Contribute to overall department savings of 14% exceeding the target of 2% in the 2023 / 2024 financial year

• Participated and contributed to the formulation of Indeni Energies Limited new business model and strategic plan
• Participated and contributed to the formulation of the Indeni Energies Public-Private Partnership Model
• Produced closeout reports on procurement and inventory to be transitioned from Indeni Petroleum Refinery Company Limited to Indeni Energies
• Provided support to the procurement department on the procurement activities
• Conducted and carried out other assigned duties
• Actively participated in the formulation of the New Business Model Strategic Plan
• Gained an in-depth insight into the legal framework government Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
• Successfully completed all assigned tasks within the period of my contract and handed over the reports to management

• Formulated the Procurement and Stores policy and operating procedure
• Prepared bidding documents for goods, works, and consultant services in accordance with the approved procurement plan for review by the Senior Procurement Officer
• Prepared evaluation reports and procurement committee paper
• Undertook market research to ensure purchases are sourced from the most competitive sources
• Prepared and drafted contracts for goods, works, and services
• Ensured all procurement records are properly kept and up to date
• Timely prepared periodic and ad-hoc procurement reports as required
• Administered tender closing and opening and preparing tender opening reports
• Implemented the Electronic Stores and Procurement ERP within a period of two months from the initial intended period of six months
• Formulated IDC's first Stores manual within two weeks of Joining IDC
• Contributed to the enhancement of the IDC's compliance with Procurement Act and the Public Finance Management Act
• Actively participated and contributed to the formulation of the first IDC Group Procurement Manual

• Supervised and Distributed Stores materials, Chemicals, Spare parts and Equipment upon presentation of authorized and authentic materials requisition notes to authorized personnel for use by the user Section/Department
• Completed stores issuing procedures by correctly recording the goods movements in appropriate registers using I.M.I.S
• Supervised/Issued fuel for Refinery Utility vehicles (Fire Brigade, Crane, Forklift, Locomotive Engine) to ensure continued operations of these department
• Assisted materials controller when requested to carry out physical verification of stocked items and their levels
• Monitored and observed re-order and consumption levels of materials to ensure that materials are always available in the right quantities
• Achieved a 100% audit query free Stores at Indeni
• Implemented and enforced the direct use material procedure which saw a drastic saving on the company's finances to 65%
• Introduced and conducted weekly period stock counts

• Enforced safety and sanitation regulations
• Inspected materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Planned and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals
• Maintained operations data, such as time, production, and cost records, and prepare management reports of production results
• Set up and adjust machines and equipment
• Monitored and ensure continuous and non- interruption of the production processes for the petroleum products
• Conducted routine Inspection of process equipment
• Conducted routine inventory and preparation of process Chemicals
• Enforced Housekeeping
• Wrote reports and conduct Shift Hand over, and consistent and effective monitoring of the whole Petroleum Production Process
• Attained an accident-free record for both human and equipment safety
• Proactively Identified risks and mitigated them before they could turn into a disruption
• Enforced teamwork and team cohesion

• Prepared Requests for Quotations, Request for proposals and Request for tender documents
• Conducted Supplier registration and management
• Conducted Tender Evaluations (preliminary, Technical and Commercial Evaluation)
• Enforced Compliance to the Zambia Public Procurement Act and Regulations
• Enforced Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply, and Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply codes of ethics
• Conducted bid/tender openings and preparation of evaluation minutes and committee papers
• Conducted Procurement audits and Ensure Updating and filling of all procurement documents
• Prepared solicitations competitive bids for prospect suppliers
• Exceeded the timeline expectations and hence earning a nickname (Ability to meet deadline)
• Improved filling and record keeping for the procurement department from approximately 55% to 85% hence reducing audit queries
• Achieved- supplier on time delivery improvement

• Negotiated bargaining agreements and help interpret labor contracts
• Prepared or maintain employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software
• Hired employees and process hiring-related paperwork
• Oriented job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities
• Addressed employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns
• Contacted job applicants to inform them of the status of their applications
• Coordinated with outside staffing agencies to secure temporary employees, based on departmental needs
• Evaluated selection or testing techniques by conducting research or follow-up activities and conferring with management or supervisory personnel
• Gained in-depth expertise and skills in human resource and capital management concepts
• Contributed to the building of customer centric culture

Gained an in-depth knowledge and skills in project planning, control, finance, and management of any project from start to end.

Gained specialty in business purchasing and supply chain management in sectors such as retail, service, manufacturing and fashion.

• Member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Gained a well-rounded insight into approaches to business purchasing and supply chain management which is much sought after by both industry and academia.

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
• Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Gained skills that are proficient with the fundamentals of business such as management and business finance, but also more complicated, subjective elements such as strategy, ethics and corporate responsibility.

• Awarded the best student award

Gained Practical theological insights on religious practices to understand the theology enacted in those practices and in order to consider how theological theory and theological practices can be more fully aligned, changed, or improved.

Gained a foundational insight into General Education in Zambia which was foundational to tertiary education.