Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline
References
Core Competencies
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Mukuka Mwelwa

Kolwezi

Summary

Seasoned Materials & Inventory Specialist with 13 years of progressive experience in inbound replenishment, cataloging, warehousing, and supply-chain optimization for tier-one mining operations. Proven expertise in ERP deployments (Pronto, JD Edwards), Lean Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making. Adept at leading multicultural teams, aligning inventory strategy with business objectives, and driving continuous improvement while upholding HSE and QA/QC standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Materials Specialist

Kamoa Copper SA
11.2023 - Current
  • Manage inbound replenishment and catalog compliance for >30k SKUs in JDE.
  • Oversee inventory levels, balancing service levels with carrying-cost optimization.
  • Lead cycle counts, RSM process, and continuous-improvement initiatives (Lean events, 5S).
  • Achieved 99.7 % inventory accuracy and reduced non-moving stock by 12 % within 6 months.

Inventory & BI Specialist

FQM (Kansanshi Mining Plc)
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Manage inbound replenishment and catalog compliance for >20k SKUs in Pronto.
  • Developed SQL & Power BI data marts; forecast accuracy +22 pp.
  • Optimized min/max parameters, freeing up US$4.2 M in working capital.
  • Led QA/QC compliance audits and annual stock counts (>$60 M inventory).
  • Championed a cross-functional task force that cut inbound lead time by 15 days and eliminated costs related to emergency orders

Inventory Control Specialist

FQM (Kansanshi Mining Plc)
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Manage inbound replenishment and catalog compliance for >20k SKUs in Pronto.
  • Enhanced ERP utilization for live inventory tracking and catalog maintenance.
  • Reduced obsolescence by 28 % through improved stock rotation practices.
  • Mentored national staff in inventory management best practices.

Warehouse Team Leader

FQM (Kansanshi Mining Plc)
01.2012 - 12.2017
  • Supervised high-volume inbound/outbound operations; accuracy >99 %.
  • Introduced cycle-count program, cutting reconciliation variances by 35 %.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to resolve delivery challenges, improving OTIF.

Education

MBA - Finance

University of Zambia
Zambia
12.2025

BSc Business Management -

University of Bolton
United Kingdom
01.2022

High School Certificate - General Education

Chikola High School
Chingola Zambia
01.2005

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Material planning
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Demand forecasting
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Six sigma principles
  • Shipping procedures
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Reporting skills
  • Warehouse operations

Accomplishments

  • US $10 M inventory cost savings through optimised min/max and demand-driven planning without production downtime.
  • Eliminated US $5 M duplicate stock via robust cataloguing and master-data cleanup.
  • Managed US $400 M inventory with 100 % ERP (JDE & Pronto) compliance.
  • Redesigned warehouse layout, delivering 30 % efficiency gain in materials flow.
  • Built inventory KPI dashboards that reduced emergency POs by 18 % and boosted OTIF to 95 %.
  • Trained/mentored 20+ staff, building local leadership pipeline.

Affiliations

  • Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), Affiliate
  • Zambia Institute of Purchasing & Supply (ZIPS), Affiliate
  • Association of Business Executives (ABE UK), Associate

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt – Anexas Europe, 2024
  • PMP – PMI, 2024
  • CIPS Certification – UK, 2017

Languages

English (fluent)
Bemba (native)
Kaonde (proficient)

Timeline

Materials Specialist

Kamoa Copper SA
11.2023 - Current

Inventory & BI Specialist

FQM (Kansanshi Mining Plc)
01.2022 - 11.2023

Inventory Control Specialist

FQM (Kansanshi Mining Plc)
01.2018 - 12.2022

Warehouse Team Leader

FQM (Kansanshi Mining Plc)
01.2012 - 12.2017

MBA - Finance

University of Zambia

BSc Business Management -

University of Bolton

High School Certificate - General Education

Chikola High School

References

Available upon request.

Core Competencies

  • Inbound Planning & Demand Forecasting
  • Min/Max & Safety-Stock Optimisation
  • Cataloguing & Master Data Governance
  • ERP & WMS (Pronto, JD Edwards)
  • KPI Dashboarding (SQL, Power BI)
  • Inventory Cycle Counting & Audits
  • Lean Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement
  • Risk & Supplier Performance Management
  • Cross-functional Leadership & Coaching
  • HSE Compliance & QA/QC

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