Rustin Kahuure
Windhoek
Summary
Results-oriented Procurement Manager with a track record of implementing strategic procurement policies and procedures that drive cost savings and efficiency. Skilled in negotiating contracts, identifying new sources of supply, and managing supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and compliance. Proven ability to reduce procurement cycle time by 20%, achieve an average cost reduction of 10%, and improve supplier performance ratings by 25%.
Procurement manager with over 18 years in both Technical and Commercial procurement. Technical skillset comprises SAP, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. In addition, I have a solid academic background that keeps me up to date on the newest regional and global industry practices, technologies, trends, and norms.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager: Procurement
Cenored
Otjiwarongo, Otjozondjupa, Namibia
01.2020 - Current
- Facilitate the development of annual procurement plans aligned with Cenored's objectives and in compliance with the Public Procurement Act
- Manage procurement within budget constraints, driving cost reduction initiatives and optimizing resource utilization
- Efficiently lead and manage a dynamic team to ensure execution of procurement activities
- Implement robust systems for the efficient control and management of stock and materials, ensuring adequacy for operational needs while minimizing excess inventory through the SAP ERP system
- Provided technical advice to the Procurement Committee, Chief Executives and users on all procurement activities
- Continuously evaluate and improve procurement procedures, processes, and systems to enhance overall effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance
- Administer procurement documents and communications including contract management by performing manual and electronic filing for every procurement activity
- Oversee both Procurement, Warehouse (stores) and distribution of materials between Warehouses
- Take the lead in supplier negotiations, making sure that costs, terms, and conditions are favorable while abiding to company policies.
Manager: Procurement
Namibian Competition Commission
Windhoek
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Established and managed the Procurement Management Unit for the organization in compliance with relevant policies and legislation
- Managed the Procurement Management Unit and ensured that all relevant resources were appropriately distributed and managed
- Compiled the Annual Procurement Plan, procurement policy and procedures manual, with the collaboration of other functions set out in the process and procedures for all procurement activities
- Effectively oversee and lead a dynamic team to ensure procurement operations are carried out
- Continuously assess and update systems, processes, and procedures related to procurement in order to maximize overall effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance
- Enhance overall effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance by regularly assessing and refining procurement systems, processes, and procedures.
Tender and BEE Administrator/ Procurement Officer
MTC
Windhoek
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Managed and oversaw the contract and tendering procedure for purchases exceeding the designated thresholds
- Operated as the Management Tender Committee's secretariat, examined every tender document and ensure it was accurate and comprehensive
- Served as the secretary to the Tender Committee
- Reviewed all tender documents received from users to ensure compliance and completeness
- Scheduled pre-bid meetings and corresponded with bidders; made certain that every bid was promptly assessed and prepared for decision-making; helped negotiate contracts to optimize quality, prices, and payment terms; Coordinated contract drafting and signature with the legal team; handled every contract payment through the ERP system
- Created a filing system for all the paperwork related to the procurement.
Education
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia04.2022
Honors Logistics - Supply Chain And Global Logistics
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Windhoek10.2013
Bachelor of Technology Business Administration -
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Windhoek04.2006
National Diploma Commerce -
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Windhoek04.2005
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Risk management
- Relationship management
- Analytical skills
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Strategic sourcing skills
- Financial skills
- Leadership skills
- Contract management
Timeline
Manager: Procurement
Cenored
01.2020 - Current
Manager: Procurement
Namibian Competition Commission
01.2015 - 01.2019
Tender and BEE Administrator/ Procurement Officer
MTC
01.2007 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Honors Logistics - Supply Chain And Global Logistics
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Technology Business Administration -
Namibian University of Science And Technology
National Diploma Commerce -
Namibian University of Science And Technology