Volunteering
EBENEZER OBODAI BERDAH
TEMA
Summary
Smart Procurement Specialist with an in-depth knowledge in supply chain forecasting and planning. I am an ardent believer of teamwork, loyalty, and commitment to development and success and well known for taking initiatives. As a specialist in field of procurement and supply chain management with a proven track record of effective Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), SAP Procurement, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Word, Data Analysis and Public Procurement Act, I satisfy the demands of stakeholders. I am eager to contribute my expertise to the my new engagement and help elevate its procurement practices to new heights.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Officer
WILMAR AFRICA LIMITED
11.2018 - Current
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
- Determined material requirements based on specific production lines and requirements.
- Prepared and processed purchase orders for supplies, equipment and services.
- Monitored critical and sensitive supplier lists to handle vendor processing exceptions.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
Procurement Analyst
GHANA SPECIALTY FATS IND. LTD
TEMA
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Developed good working connections with vendors and partners through collaborating and communicating with others.
- Discussed defects and delivery problems with suppliers to negotiate refunds.
- Negotiated favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers for procurement of goods and supplies.
- Evaluated and researched suppliers and processed orders for purchases through new contracts and competitive bids.
- Worked with management to prioritize supply chain needs and implement new initiatives.
Procurement Personnel
Wilmar Africa LImited, National Service Personnel
TEMA
09.2016 - 08.2017
- ·Contracts with vendors were negotiated and concluded to ensure that pricing and delivery dates were as efficient as possible.
- Data was collected, entered, and then examined to identify trends and change policies before they became unfavorable.
- Tracked company inventories and recorded item quantities in company databases
Procurement Intern
Ghana Textiles Printing Co. Ltd
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Entered and filed documents and records into system.
- Organized filing cabinets, arranged documentation, tracked and managed company inventory
- Inspection and receiving of goods (GRN)
- Raising of request for user department
Education
Master of Science - Procurement and Supply Chain
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Procurement Management
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Adm.
05.2019
Higher National Diploma - Purchasing and Supply Management
Accra Technical University
05.2016
WASSCE - Business
Ningo Secondry School
05.2013
Skills
- SAP Business
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Persuasion Skills
- Supply Chain Forecasting
- Data Analysis
- Procurement of direct and indirect materials
Accomplishments
- Reduced procurement costs by 15% by re-evaluating vendors and working with consortiums.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Renegotiated a contract worth $39,000.00 and successfully saved $10,000.
- Averted a stock-out of essential commodities that would have forced a shutdown of operation.
Other Certificates
- Wilmar Graduate Trainee
- Member of The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, (MCIPS)
Work Availability
monday
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Certification
MCIPS (CS), Chartered Institution of Procurement and Supply, UK.
Interests
Timeline
Procurement Officer
WILMAR AFRICA LIMITED
11.2018 - Current
Procurement Analyst
GHANA SPECIALTY FATS IND. LTD
09.2017 - 10.2018
Procurement Personnel
Wilmar Africa LImited, National Service Personnel
09.2016 - 08.2017
Procurement Intern
Ghana Textiles Printing Co. Ltd
06.2014 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Procurement and Supply Chain
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science - Procurement Management
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Adm.
Higher National Diploma - Purchasing and Supply Management
Accra Technical University
WASSCE - Business
Ningo Secondry School
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