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Stella Shantel Dewa

Supply Chain Management
Berlin,BE
Stella Shantel Dewa

Summary

I am a talented Administrator highly successful at motivating teams and streamlining operations with over three years of experience excluding internship year in supply chain management. My commitment to continuous learning and professional development enabled me to acquire new skills and take on increasing responsibilities, leading to my recognition and subsequent promotion from Assistant Corporate Administrator to Corporate Administrator. In this role i managed all the procurement activities for Fidelity Life Assurance. Additionally i am an analytical problem solver and persuasive communicator with talent for thinking outside box for creative solutions.


Overview

5
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Fidelity Life Assurance

Corporate Administrator
09.2022 - 04.2024

Job overview

  • Raising purchase orders, liaising with supplier to ensure that all stock is received in time, branch procuring, negotiating with suppliers, and building long term relationships
  • Monitor and track movements in exchange rates, price variations, maverick spend and deposit payments and recommend measures to ensure that budgets are not adversely affected and purchasing power & value are preserved to the extent possible
  • Contract management
  • Data integrity through proper record keeping of procurement transactions.
  • Correctly align Supplier capabilities to service requests and perform adjudications ethically, thoroughly and objectively in order to eliminate unwarranted reworks or variation claims
  • Liaising with Finance to ensure that all suppliers are in compliance by updating the KYC documents database every two years
  • Perform adjudications objectively and negotiate for rate discounts, aggregating demand and increasing competition where relevant and applicable in all categories under Procurement management and spend areas under Procurement influence
  • Asset disposal facilitation.

Fidelity Life Assurance

Assistant Corporate Administrator
03.2021 - 08.2022

Job overview

Assisted the Corporate Administrator with the following;

  • Raising purchase orders, forwarding orders to suppliers, liaising with supplier to ensure that all stock is received in time, branch procuring, negotiating with suppliers, and building long term relationships
  • Stock take and generating monthly stock reports
  • Ensuring all company assets are insured and up to date
  • Processing claims
  • Ensuring all materials are purchased on time, to specification, and at the best price available
  • Ensuring stock is received at an acceptable turnaround time
  • Reporting to Procurement Manager and updating on status of orders placed daily
  • Supplier selection and evaluation process
  • Tracking and giving feedback on prices, market activity trend and purchase activities on a weekly basis.

Fidelity Life Assurance

Procurement Intern
03.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Buying of all required material for the company, Receiving and create GRV for received goods or services
  • Attending and taking minutes in tendering meetings
  • Writing report for tender presentations
  • Negotiating with suppliers
  • Booking and sending of all company vehicles for service and sending out vehicles to be sold for evaluation
  • Stock take and generating monthly stock reports.
  • Assisted in vendor selection for improved product quality and costeffectiveness.

William Bain & Company Holdings

Procurement Intern
01.2019 - 03.2019

Job overview

  • Assisting in buying
  • Receiving
  • Stock take.
  • Managed purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation for seamless operations.
  • Assisted in vendor selection for improved product quality and cost effectiveness.

Education

Arden University, Berlin
Berlin

Master of Science from Supply Chain Management And Logistics
05.2025

Chartered Institute of Procurement
Zimbabwe

GED
12.2022

University Overview

CIPS level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply



Chinhoyi University of Technology
Zimbabwe

Bachelor of Science from Supply Chain Management
03.2021

University Overview

2.4 GPA

Class 2.1 (upper second class)



Mutambara High School

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level
12.2017

University Overview

Subjects: Business Studies, Economics & Geography

St Mathias Tsonzo

General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level
12.2014

Skills

  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Operations Management
  • Excellent communication skills - effectively engaged with numerous people at various professional levels
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Good negotiation skills
  • Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively
  • Possess good organization and presentation skills
  • Office Administration
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Documentation And Reporting

Accomplishments


  • earned a certificate of recognition as a 2023 Fidelity Life Assurance Eagle Culture Ambassador
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • Chattered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), 005823675, CIPS Level 4 - Diploma in Procurement and Supply
  • Chattered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), CIPS Level 5- Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply, 4 out of 8 modules completed

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Shona
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Beginner (A1)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 02/22/1998
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean

References

  • Blessing Mushori, Fidelity Life Assurance Finance Manager, +263 775802741
  • F Muchena, William Bain & Company Buyer, +263 734481864
  • Tafadzwa Lucinda Mutseyekwa, Fidelity Life Assurance Finance Manager, +263 773292475
  • Mr C Mukayani, Chinhoyi University of Technology Department of Supply chain management, +263 772628943

Hobbies

I love window shopping because it offers a delightful blend of inspiration and relaxation. Strolling through stores and admiring the beautifully curated displays allows me to explore the latest trends and designs, without the pressure to make a purchase. It's a budget-friendly way to unwind, providing the enjoyment of shopping without spending money. This leisurely activity not only enhances my mood but also keeps me informed about market trends and product innovations, making it a valuable and enjoyable experience.

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Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeInternship

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CultureTeam Building / Company Retreats

Affiliations

  • Member of the Chattered Institute of Procurement

Timeline

Corporate Administrator

Fidelity Life Assurance
09.2022 - 04.2024

Assistant Corporate Administrator

Fidelity Life Assurance
03.2021 - 08.2022

Procurement Intern

Fidelity Life Assurance
03.2019 - 03.2020

Procurement Intern

William Bain & Company Holdings
01.2019 - 03.2019

Arden University, Berlin

Master of Science from Supply Chain Management And Logistics

Chartered Institute of Procurement

GED

Chinhoyi University of Technology

Bachelor of Science from Supply Chain Management

Mutambara High School

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level

St Mathias Tsonzo

General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level
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