Timothy Tenu
Takoradi
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with extensive experience at Tullow Ghana Limited, excelling in transport management and operational efficiency. Proven track record in negotiation and problem-solving, leveraging SAP and ATRAMS to optimize fleet performance. Recognized for enhancing service delivery and maintaining robust supplier relationships, ensuring timely transport solutions.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Land Transport Controller
Tullow Ghana Limited
Accra
01.2011 - Current
- Company Overview: A subsidiary of Tullow Oil PLC, one of the largest independent oil and gas exploration and production companies in Europe and the leading independent oil and gas producer in Africa.
- Responsible for the day to functioning of the transport section and supervision of all activities.
- Schedule and route drivers and vehicles to timely meet the daily transport requirements of the company.
- Management of the Transport Contract, keep and maintain a log of all transport records and monitor the vehicle tracking system.
- Maintenance requirements in line with the company’s Fleet management Policy. Ensure that all vehicles comply with the statutory requirements under the Road Traffic Act.
- Maintain an effective vehicle fuel Administration system.
- A subsidiary of Tullow Oil PLC, one of the largest independent oil and gas exploration and production companies in Europe and the leading independent oil and gas producer in Africa.
Senior Store Manager
My Home Supermarket Company Limited
Takoradi
09.2005 - 10.2010
- Company Overview: A leading company in central and western region of Ghana that Operates as a general merchant, importers of consumable goods, wholesaling, and distribution. Specials in supermarket and retail business and dealing in fast moving consumerable goods.
- Plan the strategy for the company's supply chain activities to ensure customer satisfaction with an oversight administrative and logistics responsibility.
- Developing and implementing effective sales and marketing strategies to drive the organization forward and to gain a competitive advantage.
- Drawing and implementing budgets as well as managing daily marketing programs.
- Manage and maintain systems and databases in support of the Materials Management function.
- Manage and maintain effective business relationships with suppliers; address and resolve supplier issues and ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality materials.
- Establish, monitor, and maintain policies and procedures for the management of purchased materials; continuously evaluate and refine standards of practice and processes to seek efficiencies and improve operations.
- A leading company in central and western region of Ghana that Operates as a general merchant, importers of consumable goods, wholesaling, and distribution. Specials in supermarket and retail business and dealing in fast moving consumerable goods.
Store Manager
All Needs Company Limited
Takoradi
05.2003 - 08.2005
- Company Overview: All Needs Company Limited operates Supermarkets and dealing in fast moving consumer goods, key distributor for Unilever Ghana and general distributor of household goods, which seeks to supply goods at competitive prices to retailers and final consumers through direct sales and delivery at no cost to retailers.
- Apply negotiation tactics and the ability to negotiate both reasonable and favorable contract terms for the Company.
- Proficiency using procurement/purchasing software solutions and Enterprise Resource Planning solutions.
- Promotes customer service by ensuring associates are greeting and assisting customers; responds to customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
- Prepares and oversees physical inventories, ensuring proper accounting of receipts and outflows of merchandise.
- Manages the general operations of the store ensuring that the store is in working order and adequately supplied to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- All Needs Company Limited operates Supermarkets and dealing in fast moving consumer goods, key distributor for Unilever Ghana and general distributor of household goods, which seeks to supply goods at competitive prices to retailers and final consumers through direct sales and delivery at no cost to retailers.
Logistics and Transport Officer
All Needs Company Limited
Takoradi
03.2001 - 04.2003
- Company Overview: All Needs Company Limited operates Supermarkets and dealing in fast moving consumer Goods, key distributor for Unilever Ghana and general distributor of household goods, which seeks to supply goods at competitive prices to retailers and final consumers through direct sales and delivery at no cost to retailers.
- Develop and implement operating procedures for receiving, handling, storing goods and materials.
- Liaise and negotiate with other departments, suppliers, manufacturers, transportation companies, customers, and retailers.
- Analyze and resolve logistical problems and plan improvements.
- Handling of all transport operations and management activities.
- Engage in road freight transport of the company, responsible for the training and education of company’s drivers on road safety.
- Supervision, repairs, and maintenance of vehicles, which include pickups, vans, trucks, and bulk vehicle.
- All Needs Company Limited operates Supermarkets and dealing in fast moving consumer Goods, key distributor for Unilever Ghana and general distributor of household goods, which seeks to supply goods at competitive prices to retailers and final consumers through direct sales and delivery at no cost to retailers.
Fuel Service Station Manager
Obiba J.K Company Limited
Takoradi
01.1998 - 03.2001
- Company Overview: Key Distributor for Guinness Ghana limited in Western and Central Region of Ghana. Holds franchise for the Shell Service station, General Merchants, operate Supermarket and Restaurant.
- Maintain the fuel pumps and storage tanks so they function safely and efficiently.
- Develop and manage key Accounts and monitoring of supplier’s accounts balance and bills on behalf of the company. Bill and collect payments from customers for services rendered.
- Determine merchandise and services to be sold and implement price and credit policies. Ordering and procurement of petroleum products and lubricants.
- Maintain inventory controls of materials, items, and products.
- Maintain good relationships with the vendors and suppliers.
- Key Distributor for Guinness Ghana limited in Western and Central Region of Ghana. Holds franchise for the Shell Service station, General Merchants, operate Supermarket and Restaurant.
Education
CMI Level 7 Diploma - Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
Harpar Qualification Limited
Leeds, UK01.2023
OTHM Level 7 Diploma - Project Management
London School of Planning and Management
London, UK03.2021
BSc - Engineering and Management Studies
University of Portsmouth
07.2018
MSc - Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management
University of Salford
05.2018
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Chester
09.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- Internet
- QuickBooks
- Tally
- SAP
- ATRAMS Transport Management System
- Synergi management system
- Organizational skills
- Change management skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Negotiation skills
- Problem-solving skills
Accomplishments
- Assist in the establishment of a supermarket Retail outlet.
- Assist in the establishment of a transport department in an organization.
References
Available upon request
Professional Institutions
- 12/01/20, Council of Supply Chain Management Professional, UK, FuMember
- 12/01/22, Institute of Road Transport Engineers, UK, Member of Society of Operations Engineers, UK
- 10/01/12, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, UK, Chartered Member
- 09/01/12, Chartered Management Institute, UK, Full Member
Certification
- Automotive Engineer
- Prince 2 Foundation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Land Transport Controller
Tullow Ghana Limited
01.2011 - Current
Senior Store Manager
My Home Supermarket Company Limited
09.2005 - 10.2010
Store Manager
All Needs Company Limited
05.2003 - 08.2005
Logistics and Transport Officer
All Needs Company Limited
03.2001 - 04.2003
Fuel Service Station Manager
Obiba J.K Company Limited
01.1998 - 03.2001
CMI Level 7 Diploma - Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
Harpar Qualification Limited
OTHM Level 7 Diploma - Project Management
London School of Planning and Management
BSc - Engineering and Management Studies
University of Portsmouth
MSc - Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management
University of Salford
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Chester
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