Andy Kwaku Quainoo
TEMA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in inventory control, logistical organization, and compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in utilizing computerized warehouse management systems and integrated customs management systems to streamline operations and ensure accuracy. Skilled in cycle counting, receiving and issuing procedures, and customs clearance processes, complemented by strong computational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Adept at report preparation, stores administration, and fostering effective communication within teams. Demonstrates strategic thinking, organizational skills, time management, and a commitment to enhancing customer relations while contributing to operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clearing & Forwarding Officer
Hass Logistics Ghana Limited
01.2020 - 10.2025
- Processed customs declarations for bulk cargo, containers, vehicles, and part cargoes using ICUMS, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Acted as a clearing agent for major clients, managing all customs clearance procedures efficiently
- Liaised with governmental bodies (Ghana Standards Authority, Food and Drugs Authority, Energy Commission) to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated shipping line operations including invoice requests, line releases, and client refunds
- Managed terminal operations related to customs clearance, ensuring timely release of cargo.
- Ensured timely approval of customs letters and correspondence, facilitating smooth operations.
- Selected appropriate HS codes for accurate customs tariff assessments.
- Organized and filed customs documents for easy reference and audit.
- Ensured compliance with Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) regulations for smooth import/export processes.
- Provided guidance to clients on regulatory changes and assisted in navigating complex customs procedures.
- Filing of documents for easy referencing and audit purposes
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, promoting team growth.
- Tracked shipments using multiple software systems and kept clients informed on progress.
Stock Manager
Longrich International GH Ltd
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Managing stock of daily products, healthcare and energy products
- Organizing business opportunity seminars for new prospects and potential clients and partners
- Acting as intermediary between suppliers and partners on all operational matters
- Re-ordering of new stocks periodically to ensure daily stock availability
Warehouse assistant
Golden Star (Wassa) Ltd
09.2016 - 12.2017
- National Service Personnel
- Issued stock items to departments based on picking slips.
- Coordinated material transfers between department warehouses.
- Analyzed damaged items weekly for quality control improvements.
- Reported daily on stock outs, issues, and discrepancies.
- Conducted regular stock counts (quarterly/annually).
- Checked received items against purchase orders for accuracy.
- Ensured proper labeling and shelving of stock.
- Created stores for heavy-duty and plant maintenance departments.
- Handled data entry for item issuance and receipts.
- Managed stock transfers between department warehouses.
- Used software to organize and track stock.
- Kept the store clean and well-organized.
- Improved workplace safety protocols for reduced accidents.
Warehouse Assistant (Internship)
Chirano Gold Mine Company Ltd
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Maintaining a clean area at work through routine cleaning
- Picked, packed and dispatched consignments for timely deliveries.
- Reporting of discrepancies and stock out on daily basis
- Performing stock counting or cycle counting as per department schedule
- Sorting out new items and writing their appropriate stock numbers for binning
- Creation of new space to accommodate new stocks
- Upheld health and safety regulations, minimising risk in the workplace.
- Assured accurate inventory with regular stock checks.
Stevedore Operations
Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (Takoradi)
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Acted as the main contact for importers and exporters about vessel schedules.
- Managed and logged calls from internal staff.
- Organized container discharge spaces and proper stacking in the yard.
- Verified cargo manifests against container numbers and prefixes.
- Provided excellent customer service and handled support queries.
- Issued waybills and documents to importers/exporters on arrival and delivery.
- Prepared daily reports on container movements and incidents.
- Representive for hazard identification and safety in the workplace.
- Collaborated effectively with various stakeholders for seamless port operations.
- Supported management tasks to streamline daily operations.
Teacher (Primary Section)
I.B.S Educational Complex
09.2011 - 07.2012
- Teaching primary three (3) pupil on subject areas including Mathematics, ICT, Science and Citizenship Education
- Organizing inter-classes quiz and debates for primary pupil
- Building student capacity through role play and personal home work
- Ensuring academic excellence in pupil with spiritual and moral discipline
Education
BSc. - Ports and Shipping Administration
Regional Maritime University
WASSCE certificate - General Art
St. John’s School
JHS certificate - undefined
I.B.S Educational Complex
Skills
- Computerized warehouse management system
- Integrated Customs Management System
- Inventory control
- Cycle counting
- Strategic thinking
- Proficient in sap software
- Operational efficiency
- Safety regulations compliance
- Receiving procedures
- Issuing procedures
- Customs clearance procedures
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Computational skills
Personal Information
REFEREES
- Available upon request
Timeline
Clearing & Forwarding Officer
Hass Logistics Ghana Limited
01.2020 - 10.2025
Stock Manager
Longrich International GH Ltd
06.2018 - 09.2019
Warehouse assistant
Golden Star (Wassa) Ltd
09.2016 - 12.2017
Warehouse Assistant (Internship)
Chirano Gold Mine Company Ltd
07.2015 - 08.2015
Stevedore Operations
Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (Takoradi)
06.2014 - 08.2014
Teacher (Primary Section)
I.B.S Educational Complex
09.2011 - 07.2012
WASSCE certificate - General Art
St. John’s School
JHS certificate - undefined
I.B.S Educational Complex
BSc. - Ports and Shipping Administration
Regional Maritime University