Larry Jones Tijani
Kumasi
Summary
Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics/Warehouse Manager & Inventory Controller
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
04.2006 - 08.2022
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
Network Technician
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
07.2015 - 01.2019
- Troubleshot hardware and software to determine and rectify network problems.
- Ran cabling and installed data drops for new node installations.
- Installed cabling, wireless routers and telephone systems for data communications networks.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software and network problems and replaced defective components.
- Replaced failed hardware in server rack systems, swapping hard disks, power supplies and other field serviceable components.
- Supported users both local and by phone with problem resolution and education.
Purchasing Officer / GRA-Customs Clerk
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
02.2005 - 08.2019
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Determined harmonized tariff classifications by referencing tariff schedules outlined by national and international government officials.
- Tracked and monitored incoming transportation weight and volume forecast data for accuracy.
- Maintained customer bond and power of attorney records in case of emergencies.
- Lead facilitator for customer issue resolution related to service performance and cargo issues.
- Lawfully cleared merchandise through customs per client and government requirements.
- Calculated daily exchange rates and taxes due for goods and commodities.
Receptionist Intern
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
02.2005 - 01.2006
- Developed and maintained current spreadsheets for tracking and analysis of office data.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Education
Professional Diploma - Network Engineering - Microsoft Technology
NIIT
Kumasi Centre, Ghana09.2014
Skills
- Safe Drive
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Computer Skills
- Team Building
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Office
- File Management
- Payment Calculation
- Reporting Abilities
- Customer Support
- Staff Supervision
- Safety Monitoring
- Heavy Lifting
- Collaborative Team Work
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Forklift Operation
- Manage Storage Operations
- Distribution Reporting and Documentation
Certification
- GCNET GHANA - ONLINE GHANA REVENUE AUTHORITY PAYMENT PLATFORM Training - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
TWI
Elementary (A2)
French
Beginner (A1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Network Technician
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
07.2015 - 01.2019
Logistics/Warehouse Manager & Inventory Controller
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
04.2006 - 08.2022
Purchasing Officer / GRA-Customs Clerk
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
02.2005 - 08.2019
Receptionist Intern
Latex Foam Rubber Products Limited
02.2005 - 01.2006
Professional Diploma - Network Engineering - Microsoft Technology
NIIT
- GCNET GHANA - ONLINE GHANA REVENUE AUTHORITY PAYMENT PLATFORM Training - [Timeframe]
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