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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
TruckDriver

Jibril N. Deen

Accra

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Operations

Ecologique Transport Solution Limited
11.2021 - Current
  • Managed, supervised and controlled execution of contracts ranging from $2,500,000 to $3,000,000
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
  • Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
  • Achieved team goals by guiding employees in coordinating and deploying best practices.
  • Detected and resolved multifaceted issues related to business direction and operations.
  • Developed systems for organizing reports and records to drive integrity.
  • Met transportation service targets and delivered loads on time.
  • Assisted with development of transformational projects achieving continuous improvement across transportation department.
  • Oversaw team of 200 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Logistics Contract Manager

Transport Solution Limited (TSL)
06.2021 - 11.2021


  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Managed, supervised and controlled execution of logistics operations ranging from 100- 150 HGVs.
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Coordinated dispatching of [Number] drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.

General Manager of Operations

GPG Limited
07.2019 - 06.2021
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Addressed non-compliance issues and employees with Safety Manager and suggested remediation.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Supervised logistics functions and operations.
  • Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
  • Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
  • Managed functional areas of logistics.
  • Provided support to commander and executive staff members.

Fleet Manager

GPG Limited
04.2016 - 05.2019
  • Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
  • Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
  • Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
  • Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with clients standard and other governmental regulations.
  • Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
  • Coordinated responses to emergencies by dispatching vehicles and bringing in additional personnel.
  • Determined emergency situation and developed plan of action.
  • Built and strengthened relationships to manage effective planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to prepare plans and procedures to respond to emergency scenarios.
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.

Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

GPG Limited
02.2015 - 04.2016
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Conducted in-depth inspections of vehicles to identify damage, missing parts and mechanical issues.
  • Took photos of all damaged areas to include with repair reports.
  • Identified improperly repaired items and addressed with supervisor to resolve.
  • Prepared reports on vehicles' condition after inspection and submitted to supervisor.
  • Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
  • Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Academic Staff Member

Pace Setters Schools
01.2014 - 03.2015
  • Maintained attractive, well-kept classroom to encourage students to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
  • Implemented approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with school's curriculum and programming.
  • Developed written and developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans to address cognitive, physical, social and emotional growth of students.
  • Assessed each student's developmental needs on ongoing basis.
  • Promoted program courses, activities and accomplishments, both internally and externally, to boost recruitment and retain diverse student body.
  • Initiated new learning methods to achieve total student comprehension while curbing learning time.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

English Instructor

Living Spring Schools
02.2012 - 04.2014
  • Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
  • Encouraged participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons.
  • Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
  • Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Communicated with students to discuss progress and need for tutoring and extra assistance.
  • Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
  • Set up computers and networking systems and delivered step-by-step instructions on basic use.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations or assigned work to others.
  • Facilitated computer lab of 30 people to use and designed appropriate and specialized lesson plans.

Store Officer

Centre Base Consults
02.2010 - 01.2012
  • Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
  • Rotated manufacturer products.
  • Supplied daily support to buyer and assistant buyer.
  • Led merchandise selection, pricing, planning and marketing.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Transportation Management

ECOTES University
Port Novo, Republic Of Benin
07.2020

Occupational Health And Safety

Alison
Galway, Ireland
01.2020

Human Resource Management

International Business Management School
Berlin, Germany
07.2020

Essential Business Mgt Skills

International Business Management School
Berlin,
02.2020

Associate Degree In Transportation And Logistics

Institute of Transport Management And Technology
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2018

High School Diploma -

Odorgonno Senior High School
Accra, Ghana

High School Diploma -

Forster International School
Accra, Ghana

High School Diploma -

FACOMBASCO
Accra, Ghana

Skills

  • Customer Service Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Revenue Generation
  • Staff Management
  • Transportation Management Systems
  • Operational Management
  • Safety Issues Monitoring
  • Improvement Planning
  • Safety Management
  • Contract Management
  • Project Management

Accomplishments

  • Managed the business operations of start up company.
  • Transformed organization from 0 to 3* rating by introducing ISO9001 (Quality Management System)
  • Supervised a team of 250 staff members.
  • Introduced a software to increase productivity and efficiency.
  • Selected as aTransporter representative for a study tour to Best Practicing Transporters in East Africa (Kenya) by Lafarge Holcim, Africa. (2019)
  • Lead, managed and coordinated the operations of the first team to operate fully 100 CNG powered trucks. (Nigeria)

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hausa, West Africa
Upper intermediate (B2)
Twi
Intermediate (B1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Yoruba
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Head of Operations

Ecologique Transport Solution Limited
11.2021 - Current

Logistics Contract Manager

Transport Solution Limited (TSL)
06.2021 - 11.2021

General Manager of Operations

GPG Limited
07.2019 - 06.2021

Fleet Manager

GPG Limited
04.2016 - 05.2019

Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

GPG Limited
02.2015 - 04.2016

Academic Staff Member

Pace Setters Schools
01.2014 - 03.2015

English Instructor

Living Spring Schools
02.2012 - 04.2014

Store Officer

Centre Base Consults
02.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Transportation Management

ECOTES University

Occupational Health And Safety

Alison

Human Resource Management

International Business Management School

Essential Business Mgt Skills

International Business Management School

Associate Degree In Transportation And Logistics

Institute of Transport Management And Technology

High School Diploma -

Odorgonno Senior High School

High School Diploma -

Forster International School

High School Diploma -

FACOMBASCO
Jibril N. Deen