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Edmund Kwapong

Coventry

Summary

I am a resourceful supply chain and procurement expert with substantial experience directing supply chain, procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations. Enabling the full business potential through comprehensive supply chain, logistics, and procurement operations leadership. Proven success in managing procurement and supply chain units, overseeing projects, maximizing revenue, identifying cost-effective sourcing, driving tactical development in global distribution networks, negotiating contracts and pricing, delivering exceptional customer service. A Forward thinker with leader with a strategic vision in building, leading, and training teams to stimulate professional development. Extensive knowledge of power tools, accessories, and automotive spares. Have strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to negotiate effectively, problem solving. Have analytical skills with distinctive ability to build robust relationships with vendors, suppliers, business clients, and senior management. Developed through work experience. I was able to develop procurement plans and strategies by optimizing procurement of materials, collaborating with suppliers and ensuring optimal stock levels. To seek and maintain professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior recovery worker

Job merger Support Services
05.2022
  • Currrent position involve managing people effectively
  • Completing assessments and coordinate care needs, plan and implement evidence-based care to group of service users with schizophrenia
  • Review current risks and help amend risk assessments, complete support plans, attend care plan reviews and outpatient’s appointments, and contribute within MDT meetings and assist with Auditing
  • I also administer medication in accordance with NMC medicine management guidelines, following safe practice and monitoring for adverse effects and compliance
  • The role enabled me to adapt person-centered approach
  • Establish effective therapeutic relationships with clear professional boundaries between myself and service users and implement evidence based therapeutic interventions, such as anxiety management strategies and challenging behaviors
  • I am non-judgmental, approachable and show empathy where necessary
  • I adhere to company policies and procedures such as infection control, NMC Code of Professional conduct and NICE guidelines, Health and Safety act.

Procurement Manager

National Road Safety Authority
11.2018 - 02.2022
  • Managed and streamlined procurement activities for goods and services by formulating and executing authority’s annual procurement plans and policies
  • Played a key role in conducting market surveys to gather data on competitor, pricing trends, and customer expectations
  • Drafted contract notices to successful tenderer as well as annual and periodic reports for unit
  • Designed and controlled annual budget to confirm operational delivery within assigned budget
  • Developed operational work plans of unit to provide organization personnel with a clear view of tasks and duties
  • Spearheaded and executed TSIP projects within time and budgetary constraints
  • Exhibited exceptional performance as Secretary to Entity Tender Committee.

Warehouse Man. / Purchasing In-charge

C. Woermann Ghana Ltd
05.2010 - 10.2018
  • Optimized imports both air freight and sea freight in co-ordination with shipping agents
  • Ensured stock availability by placing orders
  • Guided customers in selecting best-in-class products as per needs and specifications through product demonstrations and presentations
  • Uncovered and capitalized new business opportunities by developing strong working relationships with current and potential clients
  • Negotiated tender, contract terms, and conditions with clients by establishing and sustaining highly empathetic long-term relationships
  • Prevented unnecessary mix-ups, delays, inventory misplacement by implementing shelving and stocking systems
  • Eliminated pilfering and theft that reduced risk and loss in production
  • Minimized requirements of acquiring more space for new products by introducing new space saving technique
  • Achieved inventory record accuracy of over 95% through implementation of cycle counting process
  • Gained value for money by tactfully negotiating with vendors and executing best procurement processes
  • Credited with achieving overall SLAs by providing unparalleled level of service and satisfaction.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions
  • Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
  • Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively

Education

Master of Law (LLM) - Law

University of Nottingham
Nottingham, UK
09.2021 - 05.2022

MSc. in Supply Chain Management -

Coventry University
Coventry, COV
01.2018 - 04.2019

CILT-UK (Advanced Certificate) -

Pentecost University College
Ghana, Accra
01.2015 - 04.2016

BSc Logistics & Supply Chain Mgt -

Pentecost University College
Ghana, Accra
01.2010 - 04.2012

Higher National Diploma, HND - Purchasing And Supply

Takoradi Polytechnic
Ghana, Takoradi
01.2005 - 04.2008

Skills

Supervision and leadership

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Accomplishments

  • Consultancy services for the development of road safety standards & operational manual
  • Consultancy services for the evaluation for the baseline study to determine the prevalence of alcohol and illicit drug impaired driving/riding in Ghana and their road safety implications.
  • Award of contract for The Construction of First Aid Post across Ghana (Emergency Response Unit)
  • Award of contract for the rehabilitation of the NRSA office

References


  • Ms Sandra Declan, Director,

      Job merger Support Services-UK, 07861 076707

      info@jobmerger.co.uk


  • Mr Joseph Obiri Yeboah, Director of Procurement,

      National Road Safety Authority- Ghana, +233 243649218

      joseeagh@yahoo.com

Timeline

Senior recovery worker

Job merger Support Services
05.2022

Master of Law (LLM) - Law

University of Nottingham
09.2021 - 05.2022

Procurement Manager

National Road Safety Authority
11.2018 - 02.2022

MSc. in Supply Chain Management -

Coventry University
01.2018 - 04.2019

CILT-UK (Advanced Certificate) -

Pentecost University College
01.2015 - 04.2016

Warehouse Man. / Purchasing In-charge

C. Woermann Ghana Ltd
05.2010 - 10.2018

BSc Logistics & Supply Chain Mgt -

Pentecost University College
01.2010 - 04.2012

Higher National Diploma, HND - Purchasing And Supply

Takoradi Polytechnic
01.2005 - 04.2008
Edmund Kwapong