Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Volunteer Experience
Timeline

Kwadwo Kwaa Koomson Koomson

Accra

Summary

Strategic Business Advisor with 9 years of experience in researching and assessing business performance and developing solutions for optimization. Well-versed in identifying and deconstructing business strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Superior performance in procurement and supply chain managment financial analysis and evaluation of industry trends and competitor strategy. A diverse professional with experience in business development, procurement and supply chain management, project management and cost resource optimisation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Consultant

Black Gruppe Consult
01.2024 - Current
  • SME procurement and business enhancement
  • Cost advisory and best practice project and procurement skills to start up supply businesses
  • Resolve pricing conflicts and place bids with different vendors for clients
  • Spearheaded the successful completion of complex projects through effective risk management and mitigation strategies.
  • Analyzed requirements, developed cost estimates, evaluated alternative solutions and supported information system acquisition and implementation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of project milestones and deliverables.
  • Reduced overall project costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Led the development of customized solutions for clients based on their unique business needs and requirements.
  • Performed gap analysis and provided plans based off of identified recommendations.
  • Assist clients in optimization of resources and achievement of cost savings on ops and capex expenditure

Procurement and Supply Chain Lead

MULTICHOICE GHANA
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Management of Operational and Capital Expenses with total savings of 12-15% on total annual budget
  • Collaborated with sales, production, and finance departments to create integrated demand planning models for accurate forecasting efforts.
  • Coordinated logistics activities, ensuring timely transportation of goods from suppliers to end-users or distribution centers.
  • Continuously monitored industry trends to identify potential supply chain disruptions or opportunities for competitive advantage; provided recommendations based on findings.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries and favorable pricing negotiations.
  • Mentored and developed junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged innovation and continuous improvement within the supply chain function.
  • Spearheaded cost reduction initiatives within the supply chain through strategic sourcing and renegotiation of contracts with key vendors.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing complex projects related to supply chain optimization, consistently meeting project deadlines and objectives.
  • Conducted supplier evaluations, assessing performance metrics and making recommendations for future partnerships or contract renewals based on results.
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.

Unit Lead Strategy and International Partnerships

Food and Drugs Authority
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making processes, ensuring sustained competitive advantage.
  • Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, informing strategic decisions for long-term growth opportunities.
  • Managed relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, media, and government officials, maintaining open lines of communication for a transparent approach.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to attract high-quality partners, contributing to increased organizational growth and success.
  • Established strong international partnerships by identifying potential collaborators and conducting thorough research on their capabilities.
  • Streamlined processes within the International Partnership Development team, increasing efficiency in managing relationships with external collaborators.

Project Management Consultant

Network Rail
10.2022 - 04.2021
  • Charged with developing an innovative digital solution for a specific challenge affecting > 22 million lineside neighbors
  • Conducted hypothesis-driven research, gathered relevant data, applied statistical analyses, and used BI visualizations
  • Presented as a team with my four colleagues our proposed innovative digital solutions to key project stakeholders

Finance, Procurement and Retail Banking

UT Bank (GCB Bank)
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • Secured Purchase Deals
  • Efficiently managed the Procurement Process and Supply Base
  • Developed integrated purchasing strategies that support organizational goals
  • Assisted the Retail and Product Development Committee in product generation and costing
  • Generated Monthly Capital and Operational Expenditure reports to Unit Head, CFO and CEO
  • Provide procurement reporting to Finance leadership
  • Execute the escalation level of transactional requisition to order process
  • Project execution and delivery for Head office and all branches country wide
  • Supply relationship Management
  • Contract negotiations and closing
  • Legal representative and contract management

Education

MSc - International Business Management with Project Management

Kingston University & GISMA Business School
06.2021
GPA: Graduated with Distinction

BSc - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

University of Education
05.2014
GPA: Second Class Honors

Skills

  • Procurement and Supply Chain Management
  • Retail Banking and account management
  • Contract Management and Administration
  • Strategy and business operations
  • Project management
  • Supply relationship management
  • Customer service Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Business Development
  • Negotiation
  • Strategy Development
  • Client Support

Certification

  • AXELOS, People Cert, PRINCE2 Foundation Certificate in Project Management (6th Edition), 06/2020, 9980074666555072, Project Management
  • Chartered Institute of Bankers (Ghana), Level 1 Diploma in Banking
  • Institute of Leadership and Management Program (City and Guilds of London Institute), Leadership and Management Program, 290117/E040-02/821908/SVX0597/M/29/07/91 5501952762/80
  • Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional, Ongoing

Languages

English
German

Volunteer Experience

KGK Trade Partners, Management Consultant, SME procurement and business enhancement, Cost advisory and best practice project and procurement skills to start up supply businesses., Resolve pricing conflicts and place bids with different vendors for clients., Assist clients in optimization of resources and achievement of cost savings on ops and capex expenditure.

Timeline

Lead Consultant - Black Gruppe Consult
01.2024 - Current
Project Management Consultant - Network Rail
10.2022 - 04.2021
Procurement and Supply Chain Lead - MULTICHOICE GHANA
06.2022 - 08.2023
Unit Lead Strategy and International Partnerships - Food and Drugs Authority
07.2021 - 05.2022
Finance, Procurement and Retail Banking - UT Bank (GCB Bank)
08.2014 - 08.2017
Kingston University & GISMA Business School - MSc, International Business Management with Project Management
University of Education - BSc, Procurement and Supply Chain Management

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