Jacqueline Dikedi
Tema
Summary
Dynamic Store Manager with a proven track record at Dangote Cement Plant, excelling in inventory management and strategic resource optimization. Adept in project management and communication, I successfully enhanced operational efficiency, driving significant improvements in material utilization and budget adherence. Committed to fostering teamwork and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Dangote Cement Plant
Tema
05.2016 - Current
- Coordinate store and inventory management, budget and advise management on material utilization, scrap management and report directly to Plant Director and work with other Heads of Department to ensure the effective and efficient optimization of Company assets and material resources in achieving the overall objectives of the Organization.
Fundraising & Business Development Coordinator
Penplusbytes Ltd
Accra
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinated events organized by New Media & Innovations for the optimal utilization of the Hub. These events included ensuring sign up for different training products, thinking through innovative ideas, business streams and strategies for the utilization of the physical space. Built partnerships with public and private enterprises.
Marketing & Sales Manager
Afrocet Ghana Ltd
Accra
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Research on Trainings Markets in Ghana and develop solid high level HR executive Client database. Continuous Networking with over 600 professionals on LinkedIn. Create and implement training sales projection and campaign. Create sales and marketing plans and prepare sales report and conduct sales analysis.
- (Training Events)
Contract Staff
Crossroads@u2kan
Accra
03.2013 - 06.2013
- As a contract staff at a school for children with down syndrome, I consulted with professional agencies and conducted teacher recruitment processes. I supervised teachers, collated data, drew up proposals and advised management on how to achieve Organizational goals.
- (NGO)
Admin. Manager & Personal Assistant
New Era Foundation
Ibeju Lekki
02.2011 - 06.2013
- I was part of the setup and smooth running of the Youth camp. I reported directly to the Executive Director and interfaced with other management staff. Managed the human resource issues, generated departmental budgets, and advise Management appropriately. Designed, implemented, and maintained storage facility and canteen management services. Implemented and ensured the smooth running of the Security department. Designed and ensured that the Front Office operations were running smoothly. Ensured that Office and Camp was equipped with necessary furniture, fixtures, and facilities. Met and negotiated with contractors/suppliers of Goods and Services. Ensured that all Environmental, Health and Safety guidelines were adhered to. Ensured that the Camp remained thoroughly always cleaned by overseeing all outsourced Janitorial services. Ensured that power and water supply were available. Generated official letters and ensured they got to recipients. Generated reports and kept proper record of files electronically and manually. Assisted the Programs Manager to design, implement and manage market strategies.
- (NGO)
Project Coordinator
African Petals Limited
Lekki
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Managed a Horticulture outfit. Recruited and managed workers. Planned, strategized, and marketed business to over forty clientele such as hotels and residences. Sourced for flower planta's and pots within Nigeria and Ghana. Rendered facilities management consulting to clientele. Examples are Pentagon Real Estate, British American Tobacco, Greenview Development Co, NBL, Lekki Hyatt Hotel and several others.
School Administrator
Banana Island School
Ikoyi
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Received all incoming calls and enquiries into the school and forward to appropriate departments, with proper follow-ups where necessary. Ensured that the school environment was properly maintained and kept clean. Conducted a survey and strategically marketed the school to parents within the Estate and its environs by consulting with the Estate Chairman, placed a publication in the Island newspaper and visited churches and offices. Designed and implemented the use of visitors' form. Coordinated a workshop on early child education. Marketed the use of school facilities.
Office Administrator
British American Tobacco Nig.
Victoria Island
01.2001 - 01.2006
- General upkeep and efficient running of the Head Office of over Two hundred staff. Functioned as the Facilities Manager as at when required. Managed departmental budgeting and advised Management appropriately. Consulted with authorities concerned to resolve conflicts. Drew up SLA, negotiated and ensured that contractors and Suppliers kept to recommended standards of Goods and Services. Responsible for Head Office material/supplies store and canteen services. Ensured that the Head Office remained thoroughly always cleaned by overseeing all outsourced Janitorial services. Ensured that power supply was seamless. Ensured that all Environmental, Health and Safety guidelines were adhered to. All information generated were utilized for the efficient running of these services. Supervised the Front Office/Switchboard operations and Guest House Operations for Expatriates. Ensured that the Offices were equipped with necessary furniture, fixtures, and facilities. Overseen Fleet Management - Set Up of the Unit, Recruitment of Drivers, and schedule of vehicles and ensure that drivers adhere to Company and Government rules and regulations.
Operator Secretary
EMBASSY OF ISRAEL
Victoria Island
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Received all incoming calls and enquiries into the Embassy and forward to appropriate departments, with proper follow-ups. Received and sent faxes. Consulted with NITEL for any complain. Made Hotel reservation for Embassy guests. Assisted the Administrator in handling local technicians. Managed correspondences for the Administrator and the Commercial Department, when short staffed. Researched and collated data for the Commercial Department and Consulted with Parent Office when required.
Tax & Audit Divisional Coordinator
ARTHUR ANDERSEN
Ikoyi
01.1995 - 01.1999
- My responsibilities included, Interpreted the firm's general staff policies, for staff. Arranged induction programs for new recruits. Ensure necessary termination documents, reference letters, and exit interviews were appropriately prepared and managed. Organized farewell lunches at the managerial level and above. Controlled the job scheduling of all professional staff by coordinating with Group Heads. Controlled the distribution and stocking of technical Reference materials. Resolved difficult staffs work situations by informing and consulting with the appropriate people. Ensure all offices are furnished appropriately. Managed all training matters and ensuring that staff are scheduled appropriately for training.
Chemical Sales Executive
ALFA CHEMICALS
Apapa
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Accessed the chemical market in Nigeria. Sourced the end users of the chemicals and advising management of peak sales periods. Registered the company with NNPC for DPR permit, registered with oil companies who were our clients.
Conference Coordinator
CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA
Ikoyi
01.1991 - 01.1992
- Prepared invitation letters. Scheduled appointments and met with MD's and CEO's of both Private and Public sector Organizations. Involved in preparing conference materials.
NYSC Programme
Okuku Local Government
Okuku
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Worked as a Better Life Inspector to the Garri and Palm Oil processing Plant, Soap factories at Odo-Otin Local Government, Okuku, Osun State. Taught Mathematics voluntarily at the Local Government grammar school located within Odo-Otin Local Government, Okuku. Involved other Youth Corp members to voluntarily teach subjects that school had no teachers.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Theology - Executive Program
The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Bible College, HQ
Accra, Ghana01.2016
B.Sc. Hons. - Chemistry (Industrial Option)
University of Ibadan
Oyo State, Nigeria01.1990
'A' Levels -
St. Teresa College
Ibadan, Oyo State01.1985
'O' Levels - West African School Certificate
Federal Government Girl's College
Benin City, Edo State01.1984
Primary Leaving Certificate -
Victory Primary School
Benin City, Edo State01.1979
Skills
- Communication Skills
- People Skills
- Teaming for Excellence
- Team Leaders Workshop
- Stress Management
- Time management
- Fire Fighting and Refresher Courses
- First Aid and Refresher Courses
- Leadership Experience Workshop
- Records Management Training
- Short Course in Service Management
- Mastering Facilities Maintenance & Management Program
- Project Management
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditors Course
- Social Media Certificate Training Course
- SAP Training on Material & Inventory Management
- Windows XP
- Power point
- Advanced Excel
- Lotus Notes training
References
Will be provided on request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Counselling
- Baking
- Gardening
- Interior decoration
- Sporting activities such as Table-Tennis, Lawn-Tennis and Badminton
Acquired Skills
- Communication Skills
- People Skills
- Teaming for Excellence
- Team Leaders Workshop
- Stress Management
- Time management
- Fire Fighting and Refresher Courses
- First Aid and Refresher Courses
- Leadership Experience Workshop
- Records Management Training
- Short Course in Service Management
- Mastering Facilities Maintenance & Management Program
- Project Management
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditors Course
- Social Media Certificate Training Course
- SAP Training on Material & Inventory Management
- Windows XP, Power point, Advanced Excel
- Lotus Notes training
Timeline
Store Manager
Dangote Cement Plant
05.2016 - Current
Fundraising & Business Development Coordinator
Penplusbytes Ltd
09.2015 - 03.2016
Marketing & Sales Manager
Afrocet Ghana Ltd
06.2014 - 07.2015
Contract Staff
Crossroads@u2kan
03.2013 - 06.2013
Admin. Manager & Personal Assistant
New Era Foundation
02.2011 - 06.2013
School Administrator
Banana Island School
09.2010 - 12.2010
Project Coordinator
African Petals Limited
01.2006 - 01.2011
Office Administrator
British American Tobacco Nig.
01.2001 - 01.2006
Operator Secretary
EMBASSY OF ISRAEL
01.1999 - 01.2000
Tax & Audit Divisional Coordinator
ARTHUR ANDERSEN
01.1995 - 01.1999
Chemical Sales Executive
ALFA CHEMICALS
01.1992 - 01.1993
Conference Coordinator
CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA
01.1991 - 01.1992
NYSC Programme
Okuku Local Government
01.1990 - 01.1991
Post Graduate Diploma - Theology - Executive Program
The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Bible College, HQ
B.Sc. Hons. - Chemistry (Industrial Option)
University of Ibadan
'A' Levels -
St. Teresa College
'O' Levels - West African School Certificate
Federal Government Girl's College
Primary Leaving Certificate -
Victory Primary School