Lenda Mabaso

I am an organized and efficient procurement professional with over 14 years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (SCM). I am skilled in developing, reviewing, drafting and implementing procurement strategies that align with business objectives. I am a strategic thinker and strong leader, adept at applying the latest procurement best practices and cost-reduction mechanism to secure optimal pricing without compromising quality.

I always seek to leverage extensive expertise to drive efficiency, innovation and excellence in procurement.

Chief Operations Officer - PB Tshabalala Group of Companies

(2024-04)

• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive business growth, efficiency, profitability, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the company
• Establish operational goals, metrics and KPIs to measure performance and monitor progress and collaborate with others to align operational activities with overall business objectives.
• Lead and mentor operational teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and industry best practices, and resolve operational issues, challenges and conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and methodologies to streamline operations and enhance productivity and ensure operational budgets, expenses and resource allocation are effectively managed to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

Procurement Manager - Kelvin Power Station - Gauteng

(2021-11 - 2024-03)

• Responsible for implementing an effective and efficient demand and acquisition management system for the company as well as operationalization of Kelvin Supply Chain Management policy and procedure.
• Provide training and awareness of Supply Chain Management processes and regulations to internal staff members to ensure compliance and to manage effective functioning of the SCM environment.
• Continuously monitor productivity and efficiencies in the department and ensure costs are controlled without compromising quality delivery of services and products.
• Ensure that stakeholders needs with the company are always met and that their expectations are exceeded by ensuring effective engagements.

Demand and Supply Chain officer (CETA)

(2020-11 - 2021-10)

• Assisting with the company's risk and audit management issues and advising unit departments about potential vulnerabilities within the SCM space, as well as mitigate any potential risks arising within the SCM space and for the company.
• Ensure compliance with SCM policy and procedures, and ensure that all procurement of goods and services is in accordance with delegations and directives.
• Responsible for implementing an effective and efficient demand and acquisition management system within the Department.
• Report monthly and quarterly on SCM reports and assist with the overall biding process.

Procurement Manager - University of Technology Free State

(2018-11 - 2019-09)

• Develop, implement and monitor procurement policies and systems in line with the University requirements and relevant legislation.
• Manage and control an efficient procurement service for the University and be directly responsible for the delivery of procurement goods and services, management of the tendering process, management of efficient stores and delivery systems, management of the performance and development of reporting staff, and ensuring the submission of reports.

Senior Buyer Procurement - Eskom Holdings

(2010-04 - 2017-12)

• Negotiate and coordinate the conclusion of agreements with suppliers to meet customer expectations.
• Execute integrated sourcing and procurement processes and adhere to prescribed procedures to fulfill procurement needs.
• Manage the purchase of goods and services, including procurement administration.
• Conduct dual adjudication of tenders and manage contracts/purchase orders within established policies and standards.

Accounts Payable Supervisor - Eskom Holdings

(2006-01 - 2009-12)

• Oversee, supervise and manage the overall accounts payable.
• Ensure supplier payments are made on time.
• Manage supplier accounts, statements and reconciliation of accounts.
• Manage team performance against Eskom KPIs.

Part-Time Job (Facilitator, Moderator and Assessor) - Mntungwa

(2022-01)

Project Management – IT Solutions (SAQA QUALIFIED ID 101869) / Procurement Project Management Consultant

Master's - Business Leadership (MBL) - University of South Africa (2023)

Certificate - Leadership for Women Program (LMI) (2022)

Certificate - Commercial and Contract Law - University of Cape Town (2022)

Level 6 - Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Management - CIPS, Johannesburg (2017)

Level 5 - Foundation Diploma in Supply Chain Management - CIPS, Johannesburg (2015)

Level 4 - Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management - CIPS, Johannesburg (2014)

Level 3 - Advanced Certificate Supply Chain Management - CIPS, Johannesburg (2012)

B-tech - Cost and Management Accounting - University of South Africa (2008)

National Diploma - Cost and Management Accounting - Peninsula Technikon, Cape Town (2001)

National Senior Certificate - Reikaeletse Secondary School (1998)