Jemimah Boadi Awuah
Tema
Summary
I am a very dedicated team player, well organized and capable of paying attention to details. I have respect for diversity with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people in a multi-ethnic environment.
Seasoned District Manager with experience directing company assets and developing team members. Forward-thinking when coaching and cross-training employees for future growth. Successful track record overhauling operations to improve profitability and reduce staff turnover.
Ambitious District Manager with experience administering and enhancing operations for multiple stores. Talented marketer, team builder, and strategic leader with excellent relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Solid history of success in industry management.
High-performing professional with several years of experience delivering successful improvements for business operations, profitability and team development. Resourceful project manager and compliance specialist to thrive in fast-paced and changing environments. Dedicated to sustaining operational accuracy and delivering results for optimal profitability.
Diligent professional with many years of experience maintaining seamless business operations. Smoothly administers budgets, trains staff and monitors procedures to maximize efficiency and balance objectives with operational requirements. Exceptional skills in inventory management, loss prevention, and vendor negotiation.
Overview
23
23
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager, Purchasing/Zonal Head
Olam Food Ingredients
Wasa Akropong
08.2022 - 08.2026
- Led regional teams to implement strategic plans for business growth.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase market share in the assigned zone.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure efficient supply chain operations.
- Implemented measures aimed at enhancing operational efficiency across all stores in the zone.
- Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers for collaboration.
- Established strong relationships with key customers to understand their needs better.
- Assessed competitor activities in the zone and identified areas of opportunity for growth.
- Identified potential opportunities for growth within existing markets.
- Conducted regular sales meetings with regional teams to review performance, assign targets and discuss strategies for improvement.
- Provided timely feedback on performance issues or challenges faced by regional teams.
- Ensured proper implementation of corporate policies, guidelines and procedures throughout the region.
- Monitored compliance with industry standards and company policies in operations.
- Prepared detailed reports highlighting current business trends and future projections.
- Identified potential expansion sites within the region based on market research data.
- Evaluated existing processes and systems used across stores and suggested improvements.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and product knowledge.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Built and maintained high performing teams by identifying top talent and focusing on growth and development while coaching and mentoring.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently by liaising with relevant departments.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures and standards.
District Manager, Purchasing
Olam Food Ingredients
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic sourcing decisions.
- Developed purchasing strategies that align with organizational goals.
- Developed purchasing strategies to ensure maximum cost savings for the district and business as well
- Implemented corrective actions to address purchase defects, ensuring quality and reliability in procurement.
- Trained team members on best practices in procurement and vendor management.
- Developed and executed purchasing strategies that aligned with organizational goals, driving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in procurement operations.
- Implemented corrective actions to resolve identified purchase defects or issues.
- Established and nurtured relationships with key vendors and suppliers, securing a consistent supply of materials.
- Prepared reports summarizing current status of procurement activities within the district.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, codes, rules, policies, and procedures related to purchasing operations.
- Collaborated closely with other departments such as accounting or logistics in order to streamline purchasing operations.
- Trained lower-level staff on specific purchasing procedures.
- Monitored and forecasted upcoming levels of demand to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Identified and evaluated potential vendors for purchasing needs. for purchasing needs.
- Collaborated with production staff to address quality concerns promptly.
Customer Service Executive
Agricultural Development Bank
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided tailored product information to enhance their experience.
- Welcomed clients warmly upon arrival.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Engaged with clients to thoroughly understand their needs and deliver appropriate solutions.
- Requested cheque books and ATM cards on behalf of clients..
- Managed loan portfolio.
- Assisted new members in account opening.
- Received cash and distributed it while preparing cheques for transactions..
- Oversaw the management of loan portfolio accounts..
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery.
- Supported branch operations by organizing materials and resources.
- Prepared the repayment schedule of clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science, Agribusiness
University of Ghana
Accra 09.2010 - 08.2026
West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - General Science – Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Elective Maths
Koforidua Senior High Technical School
Koforidua 06.2006 - 05.2010
Reference To School - Computer And Information Systems
Wintech Professional Institute
01.2010 - 03.2010
Basic Educational Certificate Examination - English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Integrated S
Christ Complex Preparatory School
Koforidua 09.2003 - 05.2006
Skills
- Stakeholder management
- Strategic decision-making
- Leadership
- Computer literacy
- MS Excel
- MS Access
- MS Word
- PowerPoint
- Internet applications
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Stress management
- Team spirit
- PowerPoint
Accomplishments
Best student for 2004 - 2006, Christ Complex Preparatory School.
Personal Traits Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a good team spirit.
- Possess basic computer skills and internet applications.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communications with clients and management.
- Work well under pressure.
- Humble and respectful.
- Take instructions well.
- Able to take leadership appropriately.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Cooking
- Singing
- Exploring new places
Leadership Positions
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a good team spirit.
- Possess basic computer skills and internet applications.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communications with clients and management.
- Work well under pressure.
- Humble and respectful.
- Take instructions well.
- Able to take leadership appropriately.
ICT Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a good team spirit.
- Possess basic computer skills and internet applications.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communications with clients and management.
- Work well under pressure.
- Humble and respectful.
- Take instructions well.
- Able to take leadership appropriately.
Timeline
District Manager, Purchasing/Zonal Head
Olam Food Ingredients
08.2022 - 08.2026
District Manager, Purchasing
Olam Food Ingredients
08.2016 - 08.2022
Customer Service Executive
Agricultural Development Bank
06.2013 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science, Agribusiness
University of Ghana
09.2010 - 08.2026
Reference To School - Computer And Information Systems
Wintech Professional Institute
01.2010 - 03.2010
West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - General Science – Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Elective Maths
Koforidua Senior High Technical School
06.2006 - 05.2010
Basic Educational Certificate Examination - English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Integrated S
Christ Complex Preparatory School
09.2003 - 05.2006