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Kennedy Adjei Gyambibi

Accra

Summary

Certified innovative and results-driven Strategic supply chain Executive with over 13 years of experience in optimizing supply chain operations, driving cost savings and business growth. Adept in developing and implementing supply chain strategies and policies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance. Passionate about driving innovation and leveraging technology to streamline supply chain processes and building strategic partnerships to improve supplier reliability, leadtime and supply risks. Successfully led a 25% cost reduction through strategic sourcing initiatives and improved procurement efficiency by 30% through innovative systems and collaboration.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Manager Procurement and Contracts

Aguila Holdings Limited
11.2021 - Current
  • Established performance metrics for vendors and tracked order conformance and alignment of contractual terms
  • This improved On-time and in-full(OTIF) and contract compliance by 95% annually impacting on customer satisfaction
  • Managed the integration of a logistics service provider, resulting in 30% reduction in transportation and demurrage costs biannually
  • Consolidated procurement needs and rolled out a unified procurement strategy across 6 subsidiaries; achieved 45% year-over-year cost savings and improved supply chain efficiency by 30%.

Procurement Specialist

Voltic (GH) Limited
04.2018 - 11.2021
  • Managed the procurement of goods and services for a large-scale project, ensuring timely delivery and contributing to a 15% project cost saving through effective supplier management
  • Developed and executed supply chain optimization plan reducing procurement cost by 25% and improving on-time delivery by 80% across various business locations
  • Implemented a supplier performance evaluation system that improved supplier reliability by 35%, reducing supply chain disruptions and improving operational efficiency.

Procurement Lead

Rigworld International Services Limited
07.2016 - 04.2018
  • Negotiated contracts with key suppliers, resulting in a 15% reduction in costs and improved supplier performance
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate procurement activities in line with project requirements, reducing project costs by 10%
  • Played a key role in the development of procurement policy, leading to streamlined and efficient procurement process, reducing procurement cycle time by 25%.

Procurement Officer

Dannex Limited Ltd
06.2013 - 07.2016
  • Successfully managed 100% of letters of credit and Cash against document negotiations for imports resulting in managing working capital by 15% and reducing payment risks by 85%
  • Successfully maintained strong relationships with vendors, clearing agents, regulatory bodies, and other government agencies to streamline and optimize import processes
  • This resulted in efficient customs clearance by 95%, reduced transit times, and improved supply chain operations by 50%.

Procurement Officer

Far East Mercantile Ltd
07.2011 - 06.2013
  • Streamlined management of haulage contract and driver schedules for key accounts, resulting in 25% reduction in delivery delays and 10% improvement in customer satisfaction
  • Developed and implemented a supplier diversity program that expanded the supply base by 30%, improving supply chain resilience and reducing dependency on single suppliers
  • Conducted risk assessments on potential contracts and made recommendations based on financial stability improving operational efficiency by 10%.

Supply Officer

Nurses Training College
06.2010 - 07.2011
  • Monitored inventory levels, identified excess or obsolete stock for disposal or redistribution
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to address supply chain issues and improved efficiency
  • Oversaw logistics operations, including transportation planning and warehouse management.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
12.2019

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
12.2016

Higher National Diploma - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Accra Technical University
06.2010

MCIPS(CIPS LEVEL 6) - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
11.2015

Skills

  • Budget Management
  • Process improvement
  • Performance Management
  • ERP Systems:SAP,Sage Microsoft Navigation
  • Microsoft suite packages
  • Global Logistics management
  • Project management
  • Cross functional collaboration
  • Global Strategic Sourcing
  • Financial Acumen
  • Inventory management
  • Vendor management
  • Change management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Strategy execution
  • Demand forecasting
  • Sales and operations management
  • Supplier performance management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Risk management and mitigation

Timeline

Group Manager Procurement and Contracts

Aguila Holdings Limited
11.2021 - Current

Procurement Specialist

Voltic (GH) Limited
04.2018 - 11.2021

Procurement Lead

Rigworld International Services Limited
07.2016 - 04.2018

Procurement Officer

Dannex Limited Ltd
06.2013 - 07.2016

Procurement Officer

Far East Mercantile Ltd
07.2011 - 06.2013

Supply Officer

Nurses Training College
06.2010 - 07.2011

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration

Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration

Higher National Diploma - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Accra Technical University

MCIPS(CIPS LEVEL 6) - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply

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