Earl Cupido
Professional Officer: Tenders & Contracts
Cape Town, ZA.About
Highly accomplished Supply Chain Professional with over a decade of expertise in public sector procurement, tender processes, and contract management. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams (5-15 staff) to drive compliance, achieve strategic goals, and implement sustainable supply chain solutions. Proven analytical acumen, leveraging SAP (S/4HANA) and data-driven insights to enhance governance, reduce audit findings, and optimize operational efficiency.
Work
City of Cape Town
|Professional Officer: Tenders & Contracts
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Summary
Leads end-to-end management of tender processes and contract lifecycle within a highly regulated municipal environment, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.
Highlights
Achieved 100% adherence to tender timelines, significantly enhancing compliance and ensuring predictable project delivery.
Drove a 30% reduction in audit findings by implementing improved contract reporting and enhancing document traceability.
Spearheaded the digital migration of key contract documents, improving auditability and access for critical stakeholders.
Utilized Business Intelligence (BI) tools and market analytics to inform strategic sourcing decisions and optimize supplier evaluations.
Contributed significantly to achieving Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) targets through the timely and compliant implementation of tenders.
City of Cape Town
|MRP Controller and Stores Supervisor
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Summary
Led MRP operations and staff oversight across multiple stores, optimizing inventory and ensuring fiscal control.
Highlights
Improved inventory turnover rate to over 3.5, directly reducing holding costs and minimizing stock obsolescence.
Proactively flagged high-value purchases exceeding R750,000, ensuring stringent fiscal control and enabling early intervention.
Temporarily led MRP operations across multiple stores, overseeing staff performance and optimizing operational workflows.
Cape Crating
|Planning & Scheduling Analyst
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Summary
Created production schedules and material planning forecasts, leveraging ERP systems for data analysis and conflict resolution.
Highlights
Developed comprehensive production schedules and material planning forecasts, ensuring seamless project continuity.
Leveraged ERP systems and advanced Excel functions for complex data analysis and robust reporting, enhancing decision-making.
Resolved critical planning conflicts through collaborative engagement with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Serta South Africa
|Logistics Manager
Confidential, Confidential, South Africa
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Summary
Oversaw national warehousing, logistics, and fleet management, enhancing inventory accuracy and optimizing vendor relationships.
Highlights
Directed national warehousing, logistics, and fleet management operations, optimizing manufacturing supply chain efficiency.
Enhanced inventory accuracy by implementing regular audits and reconciliation processes, improving stock control.
Cultivated strong vendor relationships, resulting in optimized delivery lead times and improved cost efficiency.
Media24 Logistics
|Distribution Centre Manager
Confidential, Confidential, South Africa
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Summary
Managed full-spectrum distribution functions, including stock accuracy, space optimization, and dispatch, for a major logistics operation.
Highlights
Managed full-spectrum distribution functions, including ensuring stock accuracy, optimizing warehouse space, and streamlining dispatch operations.
Reduced order turnaround time by improving order fulfillment workflows, enhancing operational speed.
Introduced tech-driven automation solutions, significantly improving warehouse performance and enhancing traceability.
Media24 Logistics
|Production Manager
Confidential, Confidential, South Africa
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Summary
Directed cross-functional production teams and optimized daily operations across multiple sites, implementing Lean practices and managing vendor contracts.
Highlights
Directed cross-functional production teams, optimizing daily operations across multiple sites to maximize output.
Implemented Lean practices that successfully reduced downtime and streamlined production processes.
Negotiated strategic vendor contracts, securing critical supplies and achieving significant cost reductions.
Developed and mentored staff through tailored training and upskilling initiatives, enhancing team capabilities.
Education
Regent Business School
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BCOM
Supply Chain Management
Kasselsvlei Comprehensive High School
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Matric Certificate
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Certificates
Contract Management (MFMA)
Issued By
MFMA
Project Management (MFMA)
Issued By
MFMA
Advanced Acquisitions (MFMA)
Issued By
MFMA
Demand Management (MFMA)
Issued By
MFMA
Bid Committee Training (MFMA)
Issued By
MFMA
SAP Accredited Business Trainer
Issued By
SAP
ISO 9001:2008 Auditor Training
Issued By
Confidential
Chairperson & Initiators Training
Issued By
Confidential
SAP Production Training
Issued By
SAP
Skills
Supply Chain & Procurement
Demand Management, Procurement Planning, Strategic Procurement, Value-for-Money Analysis, Supplier Performance Monitoring, Red List Management, Risk Analysis, Contract Gap Assessment, Information & Records Management (SCM), Advanced Acquisitions (MFMA), Bid Committee Training (MFMA).
Financial & Operations Management
Operating & Capital Budget Control, Audit Preparation, Action Plan Implementation, Logistics Management, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Production Planning, Scheduling.
Compliance & Governance
Governance, Ethics & Regulatory Compliance (MFMA, SCM Regs), Conflict of Interest Checks, Vendor Integrity Management, ISO 9001:2008 Auditor Training, Contract Management (MFMA).
Systems & Data Analytics
Data Analytics for SCM Risk Detection, SAP (S/4HANA), Business Intelligence (BI) Reporting, Performance Dashboards, SAP Accredited Business Trainer, SAP Production Training, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Staff Management, Training & Performance Monitoring, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Building, Project Coordination, Tender Implementation Tracking, Communication Flow, Departmental Coordination, Chairperson & Initiators Training, Team Leadership, Coaching.