Tari Matarira

• Led the adoption of a new Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework, equipping
teams with the skills and tools to strengthen supplier management, improve performance
monitoring and mitigate risk
• Designed and implemented a robust SRM Policy, procedures and strategy, setting a foundation
for long term supplier performance across Construction, Hospitality, Tourism and Corporate
Services categories
• Overseeing Marketing and Events-related sourcing activities to support transformation
programmes
• Partnered with senior stakeholders to deliver SRM initiatives, enhancing supplier engagement
and strategic alignment

• Formulated category strategies for Consultancy, Human Capital and Marketing, delivering
improved supplier value, cost efficiencies and compliance
• Drove spend management activities to optimise expenditure and enhance visibility across key
categories
• Developed framework agreements for Management Consultancy, Professional Services.
Recruitment and Learning and Development services, ensuring strategic supplier relationships
and value-driven contracts
• Upskilled Procurement teams in the transition from transactional Procurement to a Category
Management approach, improving buying discipline and reduce ad-hoc sourcing
• Built trusted partnerships with stakeholders across PIF Divisions, aligning Procurement goals
with organisational objectives

• Led the validation process for contract separation and novation requirements, ensuring a
seamless transition for indirect supplier contracts
• Supported project planning, risk tracking and supplier outreach communications during contract
separation phases
• Maintained centralised trackers and dashboards to monitor contract status, providing accurate
and up-to-date information to senior leadership
• Developed executive summaries for weekly updates, enabling transparent communication on
progress and challenges
• Managed supplier communications to ensure positive relationships and smooth contract
transitions

• Led cross-functional teams to ensure that the agreements were aligned with business needs
• Managed Marketing procurement workstreams and coordinated Logistics for vendor
demonstrations and evaluation sessions
• Directed the RFP process for Hardware, Networking and Support Services, driving competitive
bids and favourable terms
• Organised and led governance meetings with key vendors, fostering collaboration and
alignment on contract objectives
• Negotiated contract renewals across various categories, including Cloud Agreements, HR
Services, Marketing and Engineering, achieving cost efficiencies
• Provided expert guidance on Procurement matters to business stakeholders, enhancing
decision- making in contract selection

• Managed the Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators across both internal
and external services
• Established short and long term strategies for IT, HR and Professional Services categories,
aligning Procurement goals with business priorities
• Conducted supplier rationalisation, reducing the supplier base and strengthening partnerships
• Led contract analysis and renegotiations, maximising value and minimising costs
• Advised team leads in challenging scenarios, contributing to an enhanced savings track record

• Provided Procurement guidance for IT projects, ensuring adherence to OJEU regulations and
compliance standards
• Managed the RFP process for Firewall requirements, IT hardware, Telecoms, structured cabling
and software resellers, achieving value-driven contracts
• Built strong relationships with IT resellers, optimising supplier performance and service levels
• Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities, protecting the
organisation from disruptions

• Identified IT savings opportunities, making strategic recommendations to maximise value
• Reviewed contract data and collaborated with stakeholders on renegotiation opportunities
• Applied various sourcing levers to achieve cost reductions, demonstrating category expertise
• Led RFPs and negotiations for software solutions, delivering optimal value on critical software
• Tracked savings and benefits realisation, reporting progress and outcomes to senior leadership

• Provided guidance on IT, telecommunication and Logistics third-party spend, aligning category
strategies with business needs
• Managed contracts ensuring that legal, financial, and operational risks are minimised
• Conducted category reviews across Transportation, Warehousing. end user devices,
Infrastructure, Software, IT Services and managed print services, resulting in actionable
recommendations for cost savings
• Built strategic relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, driving support for category
initiatives