Daniel Mkisi
Dodoma
Summary
Proven Business Manager with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity at J&D STORES. Skilled in Financial Management and fostering positive customer relationships, successfully negotiated favorable terms with suppliers and increased team output. Demonstrates a strong ability to lead projects to completion, leveraging both technical and interpersonal skills to achieve results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
J&D STORES
Dodoma, Tanzania
08.2018 - Current
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
- Oversaw day-to-day business operations on sales floor by fostering deep professional relationships with wholesale contacts and customers.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Intern
National Service Construction Department (NSCD)
Mwanza, Tanzania
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Preparation of local Purchase Order.
- Preparation and collection of Quotation Forms.
Procurement Officer
National Social Security Fund, NSSF
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Developed strong partnerships with vendors to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Facilitated cross-functional team meetings to discuss procurement-related issues and develop effective solutions collectively.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify new suppliers and products, enhancing the company''s competitive edge.
Education
BBA - Procurement And Logistics Management
Mzumbe University
Morogoro, Tanzania12.2016
Skills
- Financial Management
- Customer Service
- Project Management
- Employee Management
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Business Manager
J&D STORES
08.2018 - Current
Intern
National Service Construction Department (NSCD)
07.2017 - 08.2018
Procurement Officer
National Social Security Fund, NSSF
03.2016 - 09.2016
BBA - Procurement And Logistics Management
Mzumbe University