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Ransford Asare Budu

Summary

Adept at driving operational excellence and fostering team collaboration, I significantly enhanced profitability and efficiency at J.K. Horgle Transport And Co. With expertise in Transportation Regulations and Contract Management, my leadership resulted in a 90% vehicle utilization rate, underscoring my ability to manage resources effectively and nurture professional growth within teams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transport Manager

Emmaco Legacy Limited
10.2023 - Current
  • Managed a team of drivers, dispatchers, and administrative staff to ensure smooth transportation operations.
  • Coordinated with external partners such as Oil marketing Companies, Retailers, Depots, and warehouse personnel to ensure seamless end-to-end logistics management.
  • Implemented environmentally sustainable practices within the transport department, such as promoting fuel-efficient driving techniques or adopting alternative fuels where feasible.
  • Implemented new technology systems to streamline operations, improve communication, and enhance tracking capabilities.
  • Maintained strict adherence to federal regulations and company policies regarding driver hours-of-service limits, vehicle inspections, and cargo security measures.
  • Reviewed transportation contracts to identify potential cost savings or service enhancements that could be exploited through renegotiation efforts with vendors.
  • Analyzed data on transport routes, identifying areas for improvement and optimization to reduce transit times.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback aimed at driving continuous improvement in both individual skills and teamwork dynamics within the transport department.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Reduced costs for the company by negotiating with Clients and optimizing routes for transport vehicles.
  • Improved efficiency in transportation operations by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.

Trainer Coordinator

Driveways Road Safety And Management Limited
12.2022 - Current
  • Training and Assessment, prepare lessons with regard to a standadize 16 modules on Defensive driving techniques and hazardous goods that suit clients' demands and tailored to Logistics and Transport' in all the logistics and Oil and Gas industry
  • Conduct Toolbox talk (TBT), Defensive Driving Techniques site/truck/staff assessments improving individual performance
  • Monitored industry trends to ensure continued relevance of course offerings in a rapidly changing business landscape.
  • Leveraged technology to enhance the overall effectiveness of delivered training content.
  • Improved trainee performance with regular evaluations and constructive feedback.
  • Boosted employee retention by conducting engaging and interactive training sessions.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through effective communication and motivational techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting thorough audits of curriculum content.

General Manager

Le Forts Limited
02.2021 - 05.2024

● Oversees day-to-day operations, and designed daily strategy and set goals to ensure compliance with Country and Industry legislation and regulations.

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● Set Policies and Procedures, in a collaboration with Driveways Road Safety and Management Limited wrote all the policy and procedure manuals to manage daily operations of all departments with successful implementation and helping employees work productively.

● Evaluates staff and Operational activities with the developed required checklist for the assessment process or audit, resulting in gap identification for corrective action which improves and builds the confidence and competencies of the workforce as well as financial performance.Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations, initiated top-notched negotiation skills to optimize expenses to achieve acceptable returns on investment.

  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase operational performance and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

Chief Operations Officer

J.K. Horgle Transport And Co
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement, fostering collaboration between departments for optimal operational results.
  • Established strong partnerships with external stakeholders to enhance corporate reputation.
  • Increased profitability by optimizing operational activities and fulfilling lower overhead costs.
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute high-impact projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Explored and developed other innovative business avenues to enhance the fortunes of the company.

● Innovatively handled all regulatory inquiries from NPA, EPA, General foreign regulators, Factories, offices, & and shops inspectorate, District Assembly, Fire Permit, etc.

● Successfully handled Transport operational activities with technological means, and liaised with contracted Oil Marketing companies and other clients as I managed a fleet size of over 500 in the category of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Bitumen, Packed Lube, Bulk Lubricant, Residual Fuel Oil (RFO), Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), AGO, etc.

● Reviewed, effectively Planned, and scheduled all Transportation services for the safe operational excellence of the company and achieved 4,537 days worked without fatalities & and injuries, significant spills, Fires, or Preventable road transport incidents.

● Managed and coordinated the regulatory affairs, asset management, and proper maintenance plan to achieve system reliability and availability for continuous improvement of the organization.

● Excellently monitored products delivered through technology and innovative means to meet quality standards and quality control measures.

● Provided in my capacity adequate tools/equipment, manpower, and spare parts for the execution of the maintenance plan, reducing breakdowns during delivery to ALARP

● Researched, interpreted, and advised the company regarding compliance with Industrial operations, laws, and regulations.

● Successfully handled inter-department meetings for the department's continuous improvement. Regarding Driver Management, Fleet Management, Vehicle Management, Journey Management, Customer Service, and General Operations.

● Worked to promote the organization's mission, vision, and integrity by frequently updated the business unit management policies and procedures with regulatory requirements or regulatory environment changes.

● Handled annual performance appraisals to enhance the capacity-building of subordinates, making them responsible for taking on any task.

● Prepared factual and feasible monthly, quarterly half-year, and yearly reports for business decision-making that help in continuous improvement.

Road Transport Operations Supervisor

J.K. Horgle Transport And Co
09.2009 - 11.2018
  • Implemented safety protocols for drivers, resulting in a decrease in accidents and injuries.
  • Oversaw driver training programs to improve performance, safety, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, leading to increased account retention and business growth.
  • Reviewed employee timesheets for accuracy and ensured timely submission of payroll information to finance department.
  • Monitored and assessed vehicle availability at 90% optimum vehicle utilization
  • Monitored and regularly renewed licenses, calibrations, and all other industry regulatory and authority requirements
  • Improved on-time delivery rates by implementing real-time tracking systems for vehicles.
  • Streamlined communication between team members to ensure smooth operations across all aspects of the transportation process.
  • Managed fleet maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and increase vehicle lifespan.

Education

Master of Science - Procurement And Supply Chain Management

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
02.2023

Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Pentecost University College
Accra, Ghana
06.2018

Skills

  • Driver management , Monitoring, Training and route planing
  • Transportation Regulations and Contract Management
  • Warehouse and Distribution Management
  • Freight and Fleet Management
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Documentation Management (Policy and Procedure Implementation)
  • Daily Operations Management and control for Performance maximization
  • Safety Management
  • Cost control and tracking

Affiliations

  • CIPS
  • CILT

Certification

Industrial Fire Training, Ghana Fire Service- 2008

Defensive Driving Techniques, Road Safety Limited – 2008

Emergency Response Training, Model Health, and Safety Limited- 2013

Basic First Aid, Ghana Red Cross Society- 2017

Train the Trainer, Defensive Driving System-Kenya – 2017

Customer Relation Management, Michael Stevens Consult- 2015

Technical Report Writing, Michael Stevens Consult- 2015

Effective Workplace Communication, Michael Stevens Consult- 2015

Occupational Health and Safety, Model Health and Safety Limited – 2012

Timeline

Transport Manager

Emmaco Legacy Limited
10.2023 - Current

Trainer Coordinator

Driveways Road Safety And Management Limited
12.2022 - Current

General Manager

Le Forts Limited
02.2021 - 05.2024

Chief Operations Officer

J.K. Horgle Transport And Co
12.2018 - 01.2021

Road Transport Operations Supervisor

J.K. Horgle Transport And Co
09.2009 - 11.2018

Master of Science - Procurement And Supply Chain Management

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology

Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Pentecost University College
Ransford Asare Budu