Nana Kwasi Parry
Accra , Ghana
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 18 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Korna Company limited
Tema
08.2018 - Current
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
- Provided documentation of processes to comply with regulations and company policies.
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing resulting in increased savings of 15% to the organization.
- Assessed performance management structures and implemented enhancements to improve frameworks and strengthen results.
- Lead change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
- Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
Sourcing and Procurement Officer
Comsys Ghana Limited
02.2011 - 08.2018
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Procured materials for squadron maintenance and repair services.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits.
- Reduced downtime in warehouse operations by ensuring reorders were aligned with store sales and backlog.
- Input all data into system using SAGE ERP and recorded order updates with 95% accuracy.
- Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost-effective pricing for goods, saving company $ 50,000.00 in one year.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships
Assistant Budget Officer
Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning
09.2010 - 10.2010
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Operations Manager
Lillie Fresh Enterprise
Tema
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements
- Increased profit by 70% in 5 months by streamlining operations.
Assistant Site Engineer
Regimanuel Gray
03.2005 - 06.2006
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Supervised and monitored daily tasks of 40 subcontractors.
- Ordered and tracked delivery of construction materials and supplies from vendors.
- Conducted project site visits to meet with construction staff, evaluate progress and discuss operational issues.
- Managed construction equipment maintenance to minimize costs and avoid project disruption.
- Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and other documents.
- Prepared site reports and organized subcontractor invoices, codes documentation and schematics.
- Identified and resolved technical issues and design conflicts to minimize project delays and maintain tight schedules.
- Drafted construction planning documents for internal use and submission to applicable inspectors.
- Established and implemented construction schedules, methods, equipment and labor requirements using Gantt charts and MS Project.
- Surveyed site, marked locations and oversaw construction of roads and other infrastructure components.
- Prepared master schedule to track project deliverables and meet key milestones.
Site Engineer
Adjavon Construction Ltd
08.2001 - 12.2003
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Ordered and tracked delivery of construction materials and supplies from vendors.
- Supervised and monitored daily tasks of 9 subcontractors.
- Managed construction equipment maintenance to minimize costs and avoid project disruption.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards..
- Surveyed site, marked locations and oversaw construction of roads and other infrastructure components.
- Developed cost estimates for planned projects to aid in costing and budget planning efforts
Quantity Surveying Technician
Saitama Enterprise
02.1999 - 02.2000
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Education
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Accra, Ghana11.2023
Skills
- Vendor relationship management
- SAGE, QuickBooks Software Proficiency
- Strategic planning
- Project estimation and bidding
- Residential construction
- Mentoring and training
- Budgeting
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved Supplier Data irregularities which led to efficient and on time supplies with reduced rates from now enrolled vendors.
- Achieved Improved turn around time by introducing Quickbooks Sales tasks.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved increased sales by completing customer recognition activity with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Reading and Music
John Grisham . Aphrobeats
Work Availability
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Quote
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Walt Disney
Timeline
Managing Director
Korna Company limited
08.2018 - Current
Sourcing and Procurement Officer
Comsys Ghana Limited
02.2011 - 08.2018
Assistant Budget Officer
Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning
09.2010 - 10.2010
Operations Manager
Lillie Fresh Enterprise
06.2007 - 07.2009
Assistant Site Engineer
Regimanuel Gray
03.2005 - 06.2006
Site Engineer
Adjavon Construction Ltd
08.2001 - 12.2003
Quantity Surveying Technician
Saitama Enterprise
02.1999 - 02.2000
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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