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Zaiynab Soyfoo is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in sourcing, supplier management, and logistics. She has a strong background in business strategy, team management, and software development. With a Bachelor of Business Management degree from the Open University of Mauritius and a certification in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management from Freight Academy, she has honed her skills in negotiating contracts, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Experience

    • Procurement & Logistics Officer
      • Mar 2024 - Present
      • Mauritius

      Sourcing and Supplier Management: ➢Identify & evaluate potential suppliers/vendors based on quality, price, & delivery capabilities. ➢Negotiate contracts & terms with suppliers to secure favourable pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements. ➢Maintain relationships with existing suppliers & conduct periodic vendor performance evaluations. ➢Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures to streamline the purchasing process. ➢Coordinate with internal departments to understand their procurement needs & ensure compliance with organizational policies and budgetary constraints. ➢Manage the procurement lifecycle from requisition to purchase order issuance, receipt of goods/services, and invoice processing. ➢ spending patterns and identify opportunities to optimize costs, improve efficiency, and achieve cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives. ➢Conduct market research & benchmarking to stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and best practices in procurement. ➢Assess and mitigate procurement-related risks, such as supplier quality, delivery delays, and supply chain disruptions. ➢Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and ethical practices in procurement activities. ➢Foster positive relationships with suppliers to promote collaboration.➢Communicate effectively with suppliers to convey expectations & negotiate terms. ➢ Estimate and establish cost parameters & budgets for purchases.➢ Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment.➢ Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.➢ Ensure proper planning for stocked spare parts, to avoid out of stock or overstock.➢ Follow up with supplier for invoices and statement of accounts.➢Strong attention to details and confidentiality➢Computer literate and knowledge in accounting software such as Sicorax, Zoho and Sage Evolution.

  • Connectivity Solutions Africa Ltd (CSAFRICA)
    • Vacoas, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
    • Operations Officer
      • Dec 2020 - Feb 2024
      • Vacoas, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius

      ➢Process client orders. ➢Prepare and submit quotations as per prescribed guidelines. ➢Prepare order confirmation. ➢Arrange shipment of products with freight forwarders. Arrange delivery of products to clients. ➢Generate and Issue picking slips. Perform inspection activities for specific deliveries.➢Ensure that all pre-shipment requirements and documentation are adhered to and completed within the required deadlines. ➢Follow up and receipt of POD/Airway bill. Generate and issue PO, quotation, PFI, packing list, customs and commercial invoices. ➢Notify the clients if there is a deviation from the committed delivery date. ➢Confirmation of delivery instructions and arrange dispatch details with suppliers. ➢Create and maintain client files with regards to sales and purchasing documentation. ➢Negotiate with freight forwarders for better deals. ➢Follow up on payments for suppliers, forwarding agents, customs and clients. ➢Support team with sales of Hardware, Tools, lightings and smart products

  • Sodimel ltd
    • Quatre Bornes, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
    • Administrative Secretary for Import and Export
      • Aug 2019 - Jun 2020
      • Quatre Bornes, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius

      ➢Make and receive telephone calls. ➢Typing of any type of correspondence. Preparing costing based on instruction from Engineering pool. ➢Preparation of quotation. ➢Liaising with forwarding agent for freight required. ➢Filling of correspondence and quotation with all backups. ➢Ensure that all stationery/equipment required stay within budget. ➢Handle administrative requests and queries from senior managers. ➢Manage workflow by assigning tasks to other administrative employees ensuring that deadlines are met and work is completed correctly. ➢Ensure all company procedures are followed systematically and smooth running of office in absence of management. ➢Negotiate with freight forwarders and suppliers for better price. ➢Organizing of appointments, taking minutes of meeting, book travel arrangement & travel insurance. ➢Follow up of insurance for fleet of vehicles and health.➢Follow up of orders with suppliers, liaising with forwarding agents for customs clearance and delivery of materials to site or office store. ➢Advising Client of any delays in the arrival of materials and updating order status. ➢Maintaining of all database required for running of office, e.g., freight, suppliers, clients

  • The world of furniture ltd
    • Pailles, Mauritius
    • Administrative Assistant
      • Aug 2018 - Aug 2019
      • Pailles, Mauritius

  • Deluxe Hardware
    • Curepipe, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius
    • Shop Supervisor
      • Apr 2016 - Jul 2018
      • Curepipe, Plaines Wilhems District, Mauritius

    • Cashier
      • Oct 2015 - Mar 2016
      • Curepipe

  • J. Kalachand co ltd
    • Port Louis, Mauritius
    • Cashier & Admin Clerk
      • May 2015 - Oct 2015
      • Port Louis, Mauritius

    • Mauritius
    • Information Technology & Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Logistics Officer
      • Jan 2009 - Apr 2015

    • Support aux Operation
      • Sep 2008 - Jan 2009

      Trainee support aux operation

Education

  • 2024 - 2027
    Open University of Mauritius
    Bachelor of Business Management, Business Administration, Management and Operations
  • 2007 - 2007
    Freight academy
    Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management

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