Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Field of expertise
Affiliations
Behavioral Attributes
Hobbies
Languages
References
Timeline
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ANDREWS KWADWO KARIKARI

Procurement and Stores Associate
Kumasi,Ashanti Region

Summary

Experienced Procurement and Supply Chain personnel with proven work experience in safety and compliance, stores documentation, stock control, stock receipt and issue, with a background in managing procurement processes, negotiating contracts, building strong relationship with suppliers, receiving, storing, and distributing products and materials. Bachelor of Commerce in Procurement and Supply Chain Management graduate from University of Cape Coast, who possesses academic knowledge in stores and warehousing management, logistics and inventory management, supply chain management, procurement management and research. Proficient in procurement software and tools, including Oracle, as well as in operating Warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement and Supply Chain Associate

KUMASI HIVE
09.2022 - Current
  • Prepare and update procurement policy to serve as a guide for procurement procedures.
  • Managing procurement processes for a $3M budget, including sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationship management for office supplies, equipment, and services for the company
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers, achieving an average cost savings of 10% per contract
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the unique needs of a non – profit organization, including sustainability, social impact, and community development considerations
  • Collaborate with cross – functional teams, including program managers, finance personnel, project personnel, and community partners, to ensure procurement processes are aligned with the organization’s needs and goals
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of goods and services
  • Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost – saving opportunities for technology goods and services
  • Manage inventories and maintain accurate purchase and pricing records
  • Ensure quality items are supplied to the company accompanied by an award letter
  • Prepare a monthly procurement budget, procurement reports and cost analyses for internal and external use
  • Established a store room to store items and make items available for user departments
  • Implemented lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and increase efficiency in stores operations, resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs for work operations
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services to be purchased
  • Adhere to the companies’ procurement policies and government procurement law practices
  • Prepare Purchase Requisition form for work operations
  • Prepare weekly stock checking report for work operations and analysis
  • Maintain good supplier relationships and negotiating contracts for work operations with partners
  • Prepare and updating procurement plans for the purchase of equipment, services and supplies
  • Maintain and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges and among others.
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
  • Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
  • Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
  • Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
  • Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements with indirect and logistics customers.
  • Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards and established timelines.
  • Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
  • Created and implemented comprehensive supply chain management strategies.
  • Devised and maintained an up-to-date database of supplier and vendor performance metrics.

Assistant Purchase Officer and Stores Officer

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Assisted in order picking and record keeping of issuing and receipt of items supplied
  • Received, processed, and organized incoming stock and materials
  • Picked and filled orders from stock
  • Packed and shipped orders
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Efficiently used Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to manage procurement processes and warehouse activities
  • Conducted regular inspections of the warehouse to ensure compliance with safety, quality and cleanliness standards to reduce workplace accidents by 50%
  • Prepared weekly stock checking report and stock replenishment data sheet
  • Oversaw distribution network by supervising loading of items, customer care, quality of end products, compliance and warehouse inventory tracking
  • Assisted in expediting of items with internal auditors
  • Reviewed inventory levels regularly and supported stores supervisor to control inventory within allotted space
  • Ensured requisitions are properly approved and maintained follow-up systems
  • Reviewed award letters to ensure items correspond to quantity supplied.
  • Collected, analyzed and modeled sales trends and customer preferences data to inform inventory development decisions.
  • Delivered store policy information to patrons at checkout, reducing customer service complaints and calls.
  • Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
  • Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
  • Reported and analyzed inventory data to help management strategically improve pricing and marketing strategies.
  • Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
  • Collaborated with stock manager to effectively cut down on defective items in storage and in shipments.
  • Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
  • Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
  • Received new stock and input values into computer system.
  • Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
  • Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
  • Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
  • Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
  • Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
  • Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
  • Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.

Assistant Warehouse Officer

Electricity Company Of Ghana
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Assisted in order picking, counted items in the inventory, compared physical counts to records and removed equipment that were no longer needed
  • Prepared inventory reports, and processed requisitions
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Efficiently used Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to manage day-to-day warehouse activities
  • Managed and organized stock
  • Oversaw daily operations of a 50,000sq.ft
  • Warehouse, including receiving, storing, and shipping of goods
  • Conducted regular inspections of the warehouse to ensure compliance with safety, quality and cleanliness standards to reduce workplace accidents by 50
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Education

Bachelor Of Commerce - Procurement And Supply Chain Management

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
10.2021

WASSCE - Business

Anglican Senior High School
05.2015

BECE -

Crown Prince Junior High School
04.2012

Skills

    Knowledge of ERP/EAP System Efficiently managed day-to-day procurement process and warehouse management activities using Oracles software

    Knowledge of P2P transactional processes and supply chain functional knowledge Applied the process of requisitioning, purchasing, receiving, paying for and accounting for goods and services

    Research Skills Conducted undergraduate thesis on public procurement risk management: a systematic review

    Excellent Communication, Writing and Presentation Skills Skilled in composing emails to staff members and the companies Partners using Google Workspace software Always open to negative or positive feedback during collaborative engagement Efficiently used Microsoft Presentation and Zoom computer software to present procurement reports to Stakeholders and Partners

    Relationship Management and Customer focused Exhibited respect and mutual trust to customers and fellow staffs when resuming our various duties at work place

    Driving Skills Skilled in driving manual and automatic car for 5 years with License B

    Basic computer skills and Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Excel Developed inventory economic order quantity models for analysis to predict reorder levels at work place

    Knowledge in Warehouse Management Applied all Stores and Warehousing practices at work environment

    Knowledge of SPSS Analyzed and presented data using SPSS when undertaking a group research projects at the university level

    Contract Development and Management

    Safety Standards

    Material Sourcing and Distribution

    Microsoft Tools

    Procurement Strategies

    International Purchasing

    Inventory Audit

    Vendor Selection

    Records Management

    Procurement Logistics

    Supplier Negotiations

Field of expertise

•Leadership

• Inventory Management,

• Warehouse Management,

•Supply Chain Management

• Data analysis

•Procurement Management.

Affiliations

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) – student

Behavioral Attributes


• Motivated

• Independent with least supervision

• Safety Conscious

• Initiative and proactive

• Customer focused and results driven

• Work under pressure

Hobbies


•Keep-Fit exercise (footballing, Jogging, table/long tennis)

•Reading technical and operational books

• Reading novels

•Practicing coding languages e.g. SQL

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Akan
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

References

REFERENCES

• Mr. Joseph Opoku - Agyeman

Head of Stores, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital

Phone: 233242276271


• Dr. Edmund Nyamah

Senior Lecturer, University of Cape Coast Email: edmond.nyamah@ucc.edu.gh

Phone: 233541909787


•Ing. George Appiah-Kubi

Regional General Manager (Rtd), Electricity Company of Ghana

Email: chubbikubi@yahoo.co.uk

Phone: 233208175858

Timeline

Procurement and Supply Chain Associate

KUMASI HIVE
09.2022 - Current

Assistant Purchase Officer and Stores Officer

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
10.2021 - 09.2022

Assistant Warehouse Officer

Electricity Company Of Ghana
05.2018 - 09.2018

Bachelor Of Commerce - Procurement And Supply Chain Management

University of Cape Coast

WASSCE - Business

Anglican Senior High School

BECE -

Crown Prince Junior High School

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