Supply Chain Professional

Antoinette Ndondjie

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Summary

Accomplished Supply Chain Officer with over 20 years of experience in leading supply chain operations across global humanitarian crises and conflict zones. Expertise in optimizing procurement, logistics coordination, and distribution to ensure the timely delivery of essential goods. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, leverage data analytics for strategic planning, and implement cost-saving measures. Fluent in English and French with strong skills in vendor management and capacity building.

Accomplished Supply Chain Officer with over 20 years of experience managing complex supply chain operations in humanitarian crises, conflict zones, and disaster-affected regions. Proven expertise in optimizing procurement, logistics coordination, and distribution, ensuring timely delivery of essential supplies. Skilled in leveraging data analytics for strategic planning, reducing lead times, cutting costs, and enhancing resource management.

Demonstrated leadership in cross-border logistics, streamlining customs clearance and facilitating smooth transit of goods. Specialized in cold chain management, improving healthcare delivery in vulnerable areas. Strong capacity-building background, improving operational efficiency through staff and partner training. Highly effective in emergency response, coordinating supply distribution to over 200,000 displaced individuals.

Fluent in English and French, with excellent negotiation skills and a proven ability to build long-term partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders.

Skills

• Supply Chain Optimization

• Procurement & Vendor Management

• Cold Chain & Medical Logistics

• Cross-Border Logistics Coordination

• Emergency Response Logistics

• Data Analytics & Forecasting

• Asset & Inventory Management

• Strategic Planning & Execution

• Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvement

Experience

Umoja Team Leader, Property /Asset Management UNOE 08/2021 - 03/2022

MINUSMA United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission Mali – Mali

Overhauled warehousing and inventory management by implementing advanced tracking systems, reducing losses and optimizing space.

Introduced a just-in-time inventory system, cutting storage costs by 20% and increasing critical supply availability by 15%.

Developed a robust internal control mechanism, improving compliance and reporting accuracy by 25% while safeguarding assets.

Implemented a data analytics system for enhanced forecasting and resource allocation, minimizing stockouts and overstock.

Supervised and mentored a diverse SCM team, boosting productivity by 30% and improving staff retention through targeted professional development.

Integrated Warehouse Assistant (Asset /Property Manager 09/2016 - 12/2020

MONUSCO United Nations Stabilization Mission - Republic of Congo

Established an integrated inventory tracking system that improved accountability, reduced wastage by 15%, and ensured better stock availability during emergencies.

Led the transformation of supply chain operations in conflict zones, implementing advanced planning and procurement strategies that improved efficiency by 30% and reduced lead times by 20%.

Played a key role in the Ebola response, achieving a 95% improvement in the timely delivery of essential goods to over 5 million beneficiaries in North Kivu.

Conducted logistics capacity assessments and market research that optimized local procurement, cutting costs by 90% while maintaining quality.

Oversaw fleet management, negotiating agreements that reduced downtime and repair costs by 97%. Streamlined supply chain processes through value stream mapping, boosting operational efficiency by 20% in D.R. Congo.

Logistics & Operations Manager 04/2013 - 04/2016

Alba Petroleum Limited (Kenya, Mombasa) On Expatriation

Developed and implemented an emergency logistics strategy that enhanced preparedness and reduced response times by 35% during crises through strategically prepositioning supplies.

Established Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) and framework agreements to ensure rapid mobilization of resources, creating a resilient supply chain that adapts to conflict-affected areas.

Managed cold chain systems for vaccines, improving healthcare delivery by 30%.

Built a strong vendor pool through market research, cutting procurement lead times by 94% and saving 15% on costs.

Leveraged data analytics and KPIs to boost supply chain efficiency by 25% and reduce operational costs by 15%.

Led competitive tendering, securing top vendors and improving procurement timelines by 99%.

Logistics & Supply Chain Manager 03/2012 - 03/2013

Afrika Farmers Market Pty - South Africa

Successfully optimized procurement, transportation, and distribution, reducing lead times by 20% and ensuring timely delivery of humanitarian aid to remote, conflict-affected areas.

Streamlined customs clearance and in-country transport, reducing clearance times by 30%, crucial in challenging environments like Mozambique.

Negotiated long-term agreements with suppliers and transporters, cutting procurement and shipping costs by 10% while maintaining high service standards.

Delivered training programs for local staff and government partners, improving logistics performance by 25%.

Resolved supply chain bottlenecks, achieving a 98% reduction in delivery times and increasing overall efficiency.

Reduced average delivery times by 25% through strategic procurement processes.

Led transparent end-to-end procurement, ensuring 100% adherence to timelines and compliance.

Developed a streamlined supply chain process that reduced delivery times by 60% and improved availability of essential goods. Conducted market research that cut procurement expenses by 80% while maintaining quality.

Led logistics operations during emergency responses, delivering aid to over 1 million beneficiaries.

Logistics Officer 02/2010 - 04/2012

Cameroon High Commission - South Africa

Developed a strategic risk management framework that identified and mitigated supply chain risks, ensuring resilience against external shocks such as access restrictions and political instability. This proactive approach included regular risk assessments and scenario planning, keeping the supply chain team prepared for any challenges.

Built strong relationships with government authorities, NGOs, and partners to coordinate logistics activities and achieve operational goals.

Conducted regular training sessions for logistics staff, enhancing their skills in supply chain management, and coordinated logistics across multiple regions, ensuring timely delivery of food aid.

Logistics and Operations Manager 07/2008 - 01/2010

Fini Maritime/Tsakos Shipping – Cameroon

Reduced lead times by 20%, significantly improving service delivery to conflict-affected areas.

Managed emergency logistics operations, delivering supplies to over 200,000 displaced individuals.

Implemented an inventory system that cut wastage by 15%, improving resource management.

Negotiated with vendors to reduce procurement costs by 10% while maintaining high-quality standards.

Led cross-border logistics coordination between Cameroon and neighboring countries, ensuring smooth transit and customs clearance.

Collaborated with UN organizations and bilateral partners to harmonize procurement efforts, achieving economies of scale and reducing costs for the humanitarian community.

Strengthened coordination with regional and global supply networks, aligning local operations with global strategies and enhancing supply chain efficiency.

Played a key role in UN inter-agency forums, implementing resource-sharing initiatives that improved cross-agency support and boosted resource utilization by 10%.

Logistics and Supply Chain Manager 02/2004 - 06/2008

Mairland/Boluda – Cameroon

Played a key role in emergency response logistics, delivering essential supplies to over 200,000 displaced individuals under tight deadlines and challenging security conditions.

Ensured equity and inclusion in all supply chain operations, developing strategies to prioritize the needs of marginalized children, including those with disabilities and in conflict zones, creating a more inclusive and effective supply chain.

Implemented a continuous improvement program that optimized processes, increasing productivity by 20% and reducing operational costs.

Managed office facility maintenance, negotiating cost-effective agreements with service providers that cut maintenance costs by 15% while ensuring seamless operations.

Education

University of Middlesex - London, UK MBA in Ship Management 2015

University of South Africa - UNISA Certificate in Sourcing and Supply Chain Management 2012

Maritime Academy - London, UK Diploma in Ship Management 2008

University of Buea - Southwest Region, Cameroon BSc in Political Science, Minor in Management 2001

Professional Development

Attended multiple workshops and training sessions on supply chain management and emergency logistics.

Regularly participated in international conferences and forums on humanitarian logistics and supply chain optimization.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

ERP Systems: SAP, UMOJA

Supply Chain Management Software:

Data Analysis Tools: Power BI

Cold Chain Management Tools

LANGUAGES

English (Native)

French (Native)

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