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Veronica Aduamoah

Veronica Aduamoah

Accra,AA

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Chief Executive Officer /Operations Officer

Overseas Commerce Ghana Limited
04.2017 - Current
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient management strategies and processes.
  • Enhanced company reputation through successful partnerships with key industry stakeholders.
  • Identified growth opportunities and developed expansion plans, resulting in increased market share.
  • Oversaw the development of new products, ensuring timely launches and positive customer feedback.
  • Managed budgets and resources effectively to maximize profitability and sustainability.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research, informing strategic decisions for optimal business growth potential.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and improved individual performance levels across the board.
  • Handled crisis situations effectively by developing contingency plans and leading swift response actions when needed.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations while successfully navigating complex legal matters.
  • Drove revenue generation efforts through targeted sales strategies, maximizing results by leveraging existing client relationships.
  • Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Liaised between departments including HR, IT and Finance ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Chief Operations Officer

Overseas Commerce Ghana Limited
02.2020 - 10.2023

General Duties

  • Liaise with other departmental heads to ensure smooth coordination of workflow.
  • Act as a liaison between Operational Staff and Management
  • Establish and implement current and long-range goals, objectives, plans and policies for the general operations of the company (terminal and coldroom warehouse)
  • leading role om selection, negotiation and finalization of agreements with customers including execution and maintenance of service level agreement.
  • Ensure that all operational processes comply strictly with HSSE policies and procedures
  • Constantly provide feedback to the CEO on the status of assigned task.


Supervisory Duties

  • Assign duties to subordinates and team members and ensure achievement of high performance
  • Carefully oversee the daily activities of subordinates to ensure that all tasks are performed properly and efficiently.
  • Manage employee performance through regular appraisals and feedback to help employees improve their skills and identify loopholes for corrective measures.
  • Take and be responsible for decision relating to the engagement of services of third parties that support the flow of operational work.
  • Train staff on proper procedures to ensure strict compliance with regulations and SOPs.

External Relations

  • Develop good and working relationship with Government agencies and partners or regulatory bodies such as GPHA, Customs, Preventive, MPS, ICUMS, State Warehouse etc
  • Managing customer queries and complaints that are referred to my desk for enhance customer satisfaction.

Terminal Manager

Overseas Commerce Ghana Limited
04.2017 - 01.2020
  • Managed terminal operations to ensure smooth functioning, optimal resource utilization, and timely service delivery.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders for improved communication and collaboration.
  • Oversea all Ports and Terminal Operations
  • Maintains human resource staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results
  • Hired, trained and educated new employees to improve company performance and efficiency.
  • Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.

Terminal/ Operations Manager

Portside Group Of Companies
09.2010 - 03.2017
  • Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy as a member of the management team
  • Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizations mission specifically, support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning.
  • Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence.
  • Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls.
  • Management of agency budget in coordination with the Executive Director.
  • Development of individual program budgets
  • Invoicing to funding sources, including calculation of completed units of service.
  • Payroll management, including tabulation of accrued employee benefits.
  • Disbursement of checks for agency expenses.
  • Organization of fiscal documents.
  • Regular meetings with Managing Director and clients
  • Supervise and coach office manager on a weekly basis
  • Manage functions.
  • Attending meetings and reporting back to the Managing Director
  • Overall Operational responsibilities of MTG including adherence to laid down procedures.
  • Responsible for all staff welfare/training/procedures/disciplinary issue

Administrative Assistant

Acquila Cleaning And Outsourcing Company
03.2007 - 04.2008
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.

Education

Diploma in Business Administration - Secretarialship

Porter Girls Polytechnic
Cape Coast , Ghana

No Degree - Organizational Leadership

Graduate School of Governance And Leadership
Accra

Bachelor of Laws - Law

Mountcrest University College
Kanda, Accra Ghana
03.2024

BBA - Business Management

Valley View University
Oyibi, Accra
08.2008

Skills

  • Corporate Governance
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Staff Management
  • Organizational Management
  • Contract Management
  • Business start up
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Relationship Management
  • Operational leadership
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Business Development
  • Negotiation

Timeline

Chief Operations Officer

Overseas Commerce Ghana Limited
02.2020 - 10.2023

Deputy Chief Executive Officer /Operations Officer

Overseas Commerce Ghana Limited
04.2017 - Current

Terminal Manager

Overseas Commerce Ghana Limited
04.2017 - 01.2020

Terminal/ Operations Manager

Portside Group Of Companies
09.2010 - 03.2017

Administrative Assistant

Acquila Cleaning And Outsourcing Company
03.2007 - 04.2008

Diploma in Business Administration - Secretarialship

Porter Girls Polytechnic

No Degree - Organizational Leadership

Graduate School of Governance And Leadership

Bachelor of Laws - Law

Mountcrest University College

BBA - Business Management

Valley View University
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