Hamza Charles Mchuruza
Warehouse and Distribution Coordinator
MWANZA,Mecco
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse and Logistics Coordinator with expertise in optimizing workflows and inventory management. Collaborates with management to resolve operational issues while enforcing OSHA safety regulations. Implements effective stock management techniques to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Committed to fostering a team-oriented environment and driving success in fast-paced FMCG settings. Organized Warehouse Supervisor offers 7 years of shipping and receiving experience acquired through warehouse roles. Excels in managing warehouse logistics and leading inventory audits. Versed in purchasing, vendor relationship management and shipping documentation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse & Distribution Supervisor
Irvine’s Tanzania Ltd
Mwanza
03.2023 - Current
- Supervise daily warehouse operations for feed and chicks logistics.
- Ensure proper storage, handling, and movement of feed and chick supplies.
- Maintain organized warehouse layout and stock arrangement.
- Monitor stock levels of feed, chick boxes, and packaging materials.
- Conduct regular stock counts and inventory reconciliation.
- Ensure accurate inventory records and stock reporting.
- Coordinate delivery schedules for feed and chicks.
- Supervise loading and unloading operations.
- Ensure timely dispatch of goods to customers and distribution points.
- Ensure proper handling of chick boxes during loading and transport.
- Monitor vehicle conditions for chick transportation.
- Ensure minimal stress and mortality during chick delivery.
- Ensure feed is stored according to recommended standards.
- Monitor feed quality and prevent contamination or spoilage.
- Implement FIFO inventory management for feed stock.
- Supervise warehouse assistants, loaders, and drivers.
- Provide training on safe handling of feed and chicks.
- Maintain records for stock, deliveries, and warehouse activities.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
- Report stock discrepancies, losses, or operational issues to management.
- Ensure warehouse hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Enforce biosecurity measures when handling chicks.
- Maintain compliance with company safety policies.
Operation Supervisor (Ground & Tracking) Bus Service
Blue Coast Investment Company Ltd
Mwanza
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Provide long-range planning for bus transportation service by studying the client’s short- and long-term activity plans.
- Respond to and investigate accidents involving bus service vehicles.
- Respond to and investigate complaints regarding the bus service activities.
- Monitoring truck driver performance and ensuring strict compliance with company regulations by drivers.
- Compliance to Safety, monitor driver behavior and provide data that you can use to promote and improve drivers and Vehicle safety.
Warehouse Supervisor
Sokowatch Company Ltd
Mwanza
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Oversee and manage inventory accuracy and control measures to minimize discrepancies and maximize operational efficiency.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize warehouse layout, storage capacity, and workflow processes.
- Train and mentor warehouse staff on proper safety procedures, equipment operation, and inventory management practices.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards related to warehouse operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address supply chain challenges, improve inventory forecasting accuracy, and meet customer satisfaction goals.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse performance, reduce costs, and increase overall productivity.
- Utilize technology tools and systems to track inventory levels, monitor shipments, and optimize warehouse operations.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement, address issues proactively, and maintain high-quality standards.
- Provide leadership and support to warehouse team members, foster a positive work environment, and promote a culture of accountability and excellence.
Warehouse Manager
Fertinvest Africa Company Limited
Mwanza
11.2017 - 04.2020
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping.
- Ensure efficient layout and organization of inventory to maximize space and accessibility.
- Implement and enforce safety, security, and sanitation standards.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Coordinate with procurement and planning teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Lead, supervise, and train warehouse staff (operators, pickers, loaders).
- Schedule and assign tasks to team members and monitor productivity.
- Evaluate team performance and provide feedback or coaching as needed.
- Coordinate and manage outbound shipments and deliveries.
- Liaise with transportation providers and logistics partners to ensure timely dispatch.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and warehouse activities.
- Generate operational reports (e.g., shipping volumes, inventory accuracy, KPIs).
- Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP software for process optimization.
Accountant/Stock Controller & Sales in Accounts and Procurement Department
Tanganyika Bus Group of Companies Ltd
Mwanza
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Support finance activities, ensure all taxes and related deductions are processed as appropriate.
- Prepare and file petty cash payment as per organization policy and procedures.
- Prepare monthly reimbursement report and perform Accounting and Financial Auditing.
- Liaise with Human resources manager with regards to recruitment.
- Process inventory for delivery, package items and label correctly.
- Calculated, established and managed modification of authorized stock levels.
- Counted inventory with daily cycles and periodic full-scale audits.
- Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Collection cash sales and submit the actual amount to accounts department immediately after sales.
- Ensure tax invoice, delivery note and Z report are attached, matched together and submitted in accounts and finance department on daily basis.
- Advise the management on areas of improvement and create new customers.
Quality Control Inspector (QCI)
Olam Tanzania Ltd
Simiyu and Bunda
01.2012 - 03.2015
- Ensuring daily purchase of seed cotton quantity.
- Inspecting for completeness and damage as well as proper identification and proper work of all tooling, fixtures and materials.
- Counting, material, equipment, supplies in stock and recording total to manual inventory records on weekly and monthly basis.
- Posting all the expenses entries in the system, through Tally sheet.
- Verify bank deposits and bank payment also reconcile with bank records and statements.
- Implementing Olam system through FIFO, LIFO Methods.
- Prepare stock price ledger on the basis to show the physical cash balance and how much stock is purchased at what price.
- Prepare daily records of purchasing ledger, funds ledger and outstanding ledger.
- Maintain a proper delivery note (DN) for any movement of transportation of seed cotton quantity ledger.
Education
Basic Certificate - Procurement & Supply Management
College of Business Education
01-2012
Certificate - Secondary Education
Buluba Secondary School
01-2008
Electrical Installation Grade Two -
Veta Training Shinyanga
Shinyanga01-2004
Electrical Installation Grade Three -
Veta Training Shinyanga
Shinyanga01-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Procurement & Supply Management
College of Business Education
Mwanza04-2026
Skills
- Inventory management
- Warehouse operations
- Stock reconciliation
- Z report tracking
- Time management skills
- Organizational skills
- Good communication skills
Accomplishments
- Cluster winning for best procurement seed cotton quantity.
- Best cluster for using FIFO and LIFO method.
- Certificate of appreciation for effort and contribution for the season 2013/2014.
- Driving licence with categories of vehicle A, A2, D, F.
Nssf Membership
47529844
Tin Number
140-149-136
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/09/89
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Tanzania
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Salum Pazzy, Ag. Manager – Corporate communication land transport Regulation Authority, pazzymail@gmail.com, +255715282984
- Juma Said Obote, Human Resources Manager – Tanganyika Bus Group of Companies, jumasaid_obote@yahoo.com, +255 767384962
- Bonivantura Mabuga, Clinician (CO) Health – Ilemela Municipal Council (AGPAHI), mabugabm@yahoo.com, +255752613550
Disclaimer
I Hamza Mchuruza Charles hereby state that all the information noted above is accurate to the best of my beliefs and I take full responsibility for the correctness of the information.
Nida Membership
19890909-33207-00005-29
Short Courses
- Micro-Computer Application course at Nyakahoja Training Center
- FIRE & FIGHTING RESCUE from Regional fire and rescue force at Mwanza
- Industrial First Aid Training level 1 from Occupational Safety and Health Authority
Timeline
Warehouse & Distribution Supervisor
Irvine’s Tanzania Ltd
03.2023 - Current
Operation Supervisor (Ground & Tracking) Bus Service
Blue Coast Investment Company Ltd
07.2022 - 02.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
Sokowatch Company Ltd
11.2020 - 06.2022
Warehouse Manager
Fertinvest Africa Company Limited
11.2017 - 04.2020
Accountant/Stock Controller & Sales in Accounts and Procurement Department
Tanganyika Bus Group of Companies Ltd
05.2015 - 09.2017
Quality Control Inspector (QCI)
Olam Tanzania Ltd
01.2012 - 03.2015
Basic Certificate - Procurement & Supply Management
College of Business Education
Certificate - Secondary Education
Buluba Secondary School
Electrical Installation Grade Two -
Veta Training Shinyanga
Electrical Installation Grade Three -
Veta Training Shinyanga
Some College (No Degree) - Procurement & Supply Management
College of Business Education