Ruth Akpene Kwashie
Accra
Summary
I am a highly motivated and adaptable professional with a strong work ethic and a proactive mindset. Known for my reliability and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, I excel both independently and as part of a team. I am adept at managing pressure and meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work. With a creative and open-minded approach, I embrace new ideas and take initiative to drive solutions and improvements. My strong problem-solving skills and commitment to excellence make me a valuable asset to any team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
The Savannah Fruits Company Limited
07.2021 - Current
- Managing logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection in Africa , Europe and USA.
- Providing accurate and on time data entry in MIS to ensure proper stock valuation – procedures and supervision
- Developing strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Organizing and supervising processing in Holland in liaison with sales
- Controlling costs at every step of the supply chain process
- Ensuring all documents are on time and filed properly for each project
- Developing and implementing standard operation procedures (SOPs)
- Optimizing the supply chain process with various partners
- Supervising MIS and other reports on cost entries
Key Account Manager
Comexas Ghana Limited
10.2013 - 06.2021
- Opening of sea freight files on company system -ILS system
- Arranging shipments by examining destination, route, rate, delivery time; dispatches to carriers
- Verifying merchandise shipped by matching bills of lading; reconciling quantities; noting discrepancies
- Keeping customers informed by forwarding notices and shipment tracking updates
- Freight forwarding functions such as export bookings booking, issuing delivery orders, documentation control etc
- Checking and confirming order status on pick-up and deliveries
- Coordinating & expediting requests, time-specific pickups and deliveries and other special requests
- In-house communication and follow up of files in various departments
- Focusing on growing and developing existing clients, together with generating new business
- Acting as the key interface between the customer and all relevant divisions
- Invoicing cleared shipments
- Performing administrative and clerical and logistic duties pertaining to shipments of corporate clients
National Service Personnel
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, and NEPAD
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Filing important documents
- Retrieving reference materials and documents
- Answering internal as well as external phone calls
Front Desk Personnel (Intern)
GCNet (Ghana Community Network Services Limited)
07.2010 - 08.2010
- Answering telephone, screen, and direct calls
- Taking and relaying messages
- Providing information to callers
- Greeting people entering the organization
- Directing people to correct destination
- Dealing with queries from the public and customs
- Ensuring knowledge of staff movements in and out of the organization
- Providing general administrative and clerical support
- Receiving and sorting mail and deliveries
- Scheduling appointments for department managers
- Tidying and maintaining the reception area
Education
MBA - Marketing
University of Ghana Business School
Legon06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Major), English (Minor)
University of Ghana
05.2012
Progress Internship and Mentor Institute Certificate - Introduction to Human Resource, Business Communication, Organizational Behavior Management, Strategic Marketing, Leadership and Self Development
Progress Internship rind Mentor Institute
12.2009
Corporate Executive and Management Training Programme Certificate - HR planning and resourcing, Work and job design, Remuneration and reward, Employment relation, Participation and involvement, Health safety and employee wellbeing, Strategic HRM, Current issues & Labor laws
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
02.2009
French Language - Diplome D’etudes en Langue Francais 1 (DELFI), Diplome D’etudes en Langue Francais 2 (DELF2), Certificat D’etudes de Francais Pratique 2 (CEFP2)
Alliance Francais
06.2008
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - General Arts
Achimota School
06.2007
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) - Basic Education
St. Martin De Porres School
04.2004
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Logistics management
- Supplier relationship management
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Cost Optimization & Budgeting
- Knowledge in ERP systems - Sage 300
Languages
English
French
Twi
Ewe
Details
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana, +233 266451305, kwashieruth777@gmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Video blogging
- Listening to podcasts
- Reading
- Swimming
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
The Savannah Fruits Company Limited
07.2021 - Current
Key Account Manager
Comexas Ghana Limited
10.2013 - 06.2021
National Service Personnel
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, and NEPAD
09.2012 - 08.2013
Front Desk Personnel (Intern)
GCNet (Ghana Community Network Services Limited)
07.2010 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Major), English (Minor)
University of Ghana
Progress Internship and Mentor Institute Certificate - Introduction to Human Resource, Business Communication, Organizational Behavior Management, Strategic Marketing, Leadership and Self Development
Progress Internship rind Mentor Institute
Corporate Executive and Management Training Programme Certificate - HR planning and resourcing, Work and job design, Remuneration and reward, Employment relation, Participation and involvement, Health safety and employee wellbeing, Strategic HRM, Current issues & Labor laws
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
French Language - Diplome D’etudes en Langue Francais 1 (DELFI), Diplome D’etudes en Langue Francais 2 (DELF2), Certificat D’etudes de Francais Pratique 2 (CEFP2)
Alliance Francais
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - General Arts
Achimota School
MBA - Marketing
University of Ghana Business School
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) - Basic Education
St. Martin De Porres School
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