Supply Chain Logistics Specialist
Resume:
RESUME
BENJAMIN IFECHUKWUDE OKOLO
Iyana Idoye by via 1st Transformer, Lucada, Ogun State Nigeria.Lagos. Email Address;***************@*****.***
MobilePhone: 080********/081********(WhatsApp & calls) Nationality: Nigerian
Sex: Male
Marital Status: Married
Local Govt. Area: Oshimili North
State of Origin: Delta State .
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To work with the existing staff facilities and contribute to the very best of my ability, skills, quota to improve predetermined organizational objective and managerial goal, target. Innovative, highly motivated, dynamic team player with extensive experience, stellar writing skills and the ability to effectively manage concurrent projects seeks opportunity to contribute Maintain Confidentiality -- Coordinate Effectively with All Stake Holders, Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills - Organized – Reliable – Quick Thinking. To be responsible for supplier relationship management, ensuring development of partnerships, unlocking value and managing on performance. As a Procurement,logistics and supply chain expert,I will develop and execute the
,road,ocean and Air sourcing strategy.I will business partner and work closely with, amongst others, the global logistics, cluster and market logistics procurement teams as well as with procurement Strategy and Insights to create sourcing strategies that align with overall business needs.
I will development key Procurement transformation / innovation areas across Logistics including:
Development and execution of a global Road,Ocean and Air Procurement strategy to secure capacity and enable competitive buying across the globe; Build and maintain partnerships with other road,ocean and air carriers and ensure uninterrupted service, YOY cost reduction, cash improvement with compliance to the Organization Code of Business policy;
Collaborate with Logistics Excellence and support on the development and launch of the International Control Tower for Ocean and Air; Making sure to land initiatives resulting from the Logistics Business Plan: Increasing cost transparency, Sustainability roadmap. Coordinate deliveries/professional development and leadership direction in all aspects of Procurement,logistics and supply chain management. What will your main responsibilities be?
I will process all internal needs understanding, through definition and implementation of the right procurement strategy for the scope and running of sourcing events (Rfx), leading negotiations, contracting as well as contract approval cycles and signing.
I will Build market intelligence to understand cost drivers, inflation development and potential new service providers/technologies that could disrupt the business and help extra capacity creation.
I will work with local and global stakeholders to analyze and collate information regarding current requirements and future needs.
I intend to incorporate business partnering to the logistics operational team in the markets to deliver ZBB/5S projects to achieve cost and service level targets and drive benchmark activities.
I will develop, implement and drive the procurement strategies for the portfolio and suppliers.
I will proactively identify and deliver Savings and/or Cash in line with set targets through identification and proposals for cost reduction/continuous performance improvement (supplier) opportunities. Yearly Business Plan development with the Global procurement team and Partnering with Finance on tracking performance on a monthly basis.
I will drive Supplier management in line with their strategic importance to the business and PwP approach. Maintain frequent contact with suppliers, to review/resolve day-to-day issues and to develop current insights into suppliers’ business conditions.I will equally Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers. Develop supplier service Levels, track and analyze supplier performance data, proposing priorities for performance improvement and follow up monitoring actions. Address / escalate supplier non-performance as appropriate. JBDP with key suppliers to drive value delivery. I will professionally act as a point of contact for the business issues/questions relating to assigned portfolio. Manage escalations/disruption with suppliers and the organizattion/business.
I will initiate and drive the Sustainability initiatives for CO2 reduction and innovation relevant for Logistics within those markets. I will develop & lead the Logistics procurement digital agenda for this portfolio Support Strategic projects such as Control Tower transition SKILLS/PERSONAL PROFILE
Excellent interpersonal communication, skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a team, creative, innovative, logical & analytical skills, self-motivated, result & target oriented, time management skills, commitment for accomplished directives, organizational/planning potentials, sound decision & judgment abilities, focused leadership qualities & excellent public relations, problem solving, ability to manage people & resources, can-do-spirit,Procurement sourcing strategy.Supplier analysis,Value chain understanding,Supplier negotiation,Contract negotiation,Strategic partnerships,Sourcing resilience,Collaboration,Stakeholder management,Risk management,Industry analysis,Competitive analysis,Cost modelling,Contract management,Supplier relationship management,Sustainable sourcing,Innovation sourcing,Crisis management,Effective Communication,Program management,Financial acumen. ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Demonstrated success in implementing logistics/portfolio procurement strategies. Extensive logistics & procurement knowledge in addition to strong program and project management skills.
Expert Knowledge and negotiation techniques and procurement of logistics,road,air and Ocean Freight.
Familiarity with 3PL activity-based cost modeling and contracting strategies. Experience on large-scale change management projects. Experience of managing cross-cultural/ distributed teams. Experience in Logistics,road,air and Ocean Freight Procurement. Extensive experience of Inclusive leadership, Team Coaching and Development skills
My extensive experience in the field of logistics, inventory control and supply chain is a boost to my career part and professionalism.
I can adapt to changing priorities and I have the capacities and abilities to work under high pressure and pace.
My ability to make prompt and sound professional decisions sometimes with limited information,is noteworthy.
I have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural organization,coupled with strong analytical and problem solving skills and Professional working proficiency in English language. ACHIEVEMENT
Efficient and effective performance in the service of Benvanne Global Nig.Ltd laced with professionalism and expertise for Procurement, inventory control and supply chain and logistics activities. Diligent delivery of services for Linkage Assurance Plc and Skyglow Nig Ltd, geared towards increased profitability, and, as general manager of Pachendos International Company Limited consumed in breakthrough in modern procurement, inventory control and logistics and supply chain duties. COMPUTER/IT SKILLS
Various brands of PCS, running Microsoft windows, Ms-Dos, Word perfect, Word for windows, Data Structure & Processing, Advance System Analysis and Design, Internet Capability, Electrical/Electronic/Electromotive Hardware Maintenance & Repairs, Programming, Business & Management Information Systems. I have necessary knowledge and extensive experience in statistical analyses (e.g. Python), programming (e.g. HTML, Java), database management (e.g. SQL) or modelling (e.g. UML).
I posses an advance understanding of data management tools and technologies, databases concepts and querying.
CERTIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS
Bsc Business Administration Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma Edo State Second Class Lower (2.2)-1997 – 2004
University of Lagos Professional Diploma & Advance Professional Diploma in Computing Merit Respectively 1998 –2000
General Certificate of Standered Education USA (GCE) O & A Levels 2000
Ihogbe College Benin City Edo State GCE/School Certificate & Testimonial 1987
English Language, Computer Skills Project Management & Geography Certification 2007
National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Graduate Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management-2014
CERTIFICATIONS
CITLS Certified International Trade Logistics Specialist IIEI institute Dunlap Stone University America-2014
CIFF Certified International Freight Forwarders IIEI institute Dunlap Stone University America-2014
Master Class for Logistics & Supply Chain Multimix Academy and African Center for supply chain
2014
CITM Certified International Trade Manager IIEI institute Dunlap Stone University America-2018
CLSCM Certified Logistics and Supply Chain Manager African Center for Supply Chain -2014
IELTS British Council 2018 & 2021
Malaysia University of Science & Technology MBA in Supply Chain Management 2022
APICS Professional Certification;CSCP,SCORE & CITLD (IN VIEW). SAP & ERP CERTIFIED
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Benvanne Global Nig. Ltd 2009 –2022 (Head of Procurement, inventory control,Logistics & Supply Chain) Directs the organization's overall supply chain operations,including purchasing/procurement of direct & indirect goods & services(cost control aimed at leveraging on quality).Develop, communicate and administer procurement team performance and development plans and appraisals,hire & train,oversee warehouse,distribution,customer service,transportation & inventory of raw materials(materials management),selection of vendors, and distribution of finished goods. Evaluates past performance data to forecast needs and production scheduling. Skyglow Nigeria Ltd 2008-2009 (Head of Marketing, Product Branding & Merchandising) Planning and maximizing the sales and contribution of the brand & Merchandising Achieving margin target ensuring the Brand is appropriately represented and Portrayed in all operating markets. Champion the brand effectively by ensuring The right stock is in the right place at the Right time which leads to maximization of Sales and profit margins to achievement of Agreed target margin, the Right time which leads to maximization of Sales and profit margins. Linkage Assurance Plc 2006 – 2007 (Marketing Executive) Seeking market breakthrough in company products tailored towards Global patronage & awareness.
Pachedos int’l company Ltd 2004-2006 (General Manager Procurement, inventory control,Logistics & Supply Chain Management)Guiding employees in achieving the goals and ambition of the organization. Recruiting, Training Managing & coordinating work of the process Managers, devising and planning of company Policies geared towards Professional procurement(cost control mechanisms),Logistics & Supply Chain measures with standard mechanism, setting an annual budget and fiscal plan, Give reports of the functioning of all the company Departments, travelling on a national and International level &. Planning the Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain strategies with,sales managers to increase Company profits.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Member Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM),APICS PUBLICATION/PRESENTATION/THESIS Payroll, inventory control, works motivation as a Prerequisite to effective employee performance. The effect of supply chain integration on corporate performance in Nigeria Case Study Lagos State.The impact of infectious pandemic on Transportation.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
Reading, Exercising & Meeting People of Diverse Race, Creed, Religion, Culture, Tradition & Background.
REFEERENCE
• Prince Soji Olagunju
Donum Christi International School
Alpha Beach Rd Soji Olagunju Street Lekki – Epe
Expressway Lagos Nigeria.
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2.Mr. Kolawole Akindele
Tipa Garage Chevron Round About
Lekki – Epe Expressway Lagos Nigeria
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