Ernest Alobwede NGOME
YAOUNDE,Yaounde
Summary
- Experienced Production, Logistics and Procurement Manager with + 12 years of production and operational excellence, proficient at monitoring operational pulse and supply chain to deliver high quality products and services to all major internal and external stakeholders (including vendors, customers, government officials...). Accustomed to staying focused working under pressure, with difficult teams and multiple entities to achieve business goals for procurement efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Very professional, ambitious, resourceful, result oriented motivated and organized with a proven track record for contributing positively to the overall company growth strategy and cost reduction goals. Adept at building and managing supplier relationships, and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and leading strategic reviews.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production, Logistics and Procurement Manager
BK PARTNERS AND SERVICES YAOUNDE
06.2011 - Current
- Development and implementation of clear and achievable production, logistics and procurement strategies and objectives for all seventeen (17) production and distribution Centers within Cameroon
- Provision of administrative and legal assistance to company clearing agents in compliance with legislation for import and supply chain management and security.
- Management of import and supply chain activities
- Management of purchase orders for production of materials and equipment and issuance of work/delivery certificates
- Responsible for managing production and dispatch of stock to seventeen (17) production and distribution centers within Cameroon with team of over 60 staff members
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Organized work and resolved issues quickly to meet and maintain demanding production goals.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Oversaw proper use of equipment to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Worked extra hours and volunteered during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Assembled and tested various products to meet production requirements and quality control standards.
- Troubleshot production issues and provided timely solutions.
- Participated in regular meetings with team members to discuss production, procurement and logistics updates.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Coordinated dispatching of third party drivers to accomplish daily/weekly/monthly delivery requirements.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Led third-party vendors in achieving delivery time and cost targets.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
Production and Distribution Center Manager
BK PARTNERS AND SERVICES, YAOUNDE
01.2011 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Provided technical guidance, peer review and mentorship to juniors and interns.
- Provided technical leadership for company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to forestall unforeseen delays and costs.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Collaborated with clients, engineers, operators, contractors and sub-consultants on projects with budgets up to $1Million.
- Administered budgets of $500,000 to $1Million for each project.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Evaluated staff productivity and performance annually.
- Immediately addressed logistical issues and applied remediation techniques.
- Implemented safety guidelines for warehouse and trained employees on applicable policies.
- Supervised team of more than 12 employees and oversaw all activities of the warehouse.
- Managed deliveries to verify orders were picked and shipped on time or swiftly and correctly placed into inventory.
- Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
- Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates to minimize costs to company.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
• Regional Manager for the Center, East and South
BRAMELY EUROINVEST, YAOUNDE
01.2008 - 04.2010
- Kept 90% of projects on schedule and within budget
- Provided technical leadership to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.
- Monitored about 10 contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Evaluated staff productivity and performance annually.
- Implemented quality control standards for consistent approach and results.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
Education
Certificate of Completion - INITIATING AND PLANNING PROJECTS
UCI Extension Continuing Education.
Online2016
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA (ENGLISH PRIVATE) LAW - ENGLISH PRIVATE LAW
UNIVERSITY OF YAOUNDE 11 SOA
YAOUNDE2006
BACHELOR OF LAW DEGREE - ENGLISH PRIVATE LAW
UNIVERSITY OF YAOUNDE 11 SOA
Yaounde08.2003
Skills
- Production
- Production understanding
- Business acumen
- Contract management
- Risk management
- Strategic sourcing
- Negotiation and persuasion
- Team leadership
- Managing and maintaining strong relationships
- Production-driven
- Production tracking
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of more than 70 employees and about 20 contractors and more than 5 international vendors (for ex MUSCHARD Germany, GK-Engineering,...) in the importation of raw material, production and distribution of CEMAC License Plates.
- Achieved a production of an average of 11,000 License plates with accuracy and efficiency, maintaining 1% defective plates.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Reading, football, Debate, Research, Travelling
I love reading all kinds of books which can enable me build my capacity in different domains of science and technology. Love travelling to different remarkable destinations.
Additional Information
I am very reliable, trustworthy, frugal and have very high level of integrity.
Languages
English
Native language
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Production, Logistics and Procurement Manager
BK PARTNERS AND SERVICES YAOUNDE
06.2011 - Current
Production and Distribution Center Manager
BK PARTNERS AND SERVICES, YAOUNDE
01.2011 - Current
• Regional Manager for the Center, East and South
BRAMELY EUROINVEST, YAOUNDE
01.2008 - 04.2010
Certificate of Completion - INITIATING AND PLANNING PROJECTS
UCI Extension Continuing Education.
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA (ENGLISH PRIVATE) LAW - ENGLISH PRIVATE LAW
UNIVERSITY OF YAOUNDE 11 SOA
BACHELOR OF LAW DEGREE - ENGLISH PRIVATE LAW
UNIVERSITY OF YAOUNDE 11 SOA
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