CHRISTIAN MADUABUCHI UCHENNA
Itele Ado-Odo/Otta
Summary
Experienced supply chain leader with over 19 years of exceptional achievements in directing and optimizing operations, materials, logistics, transport, procurement, and project management for top-tier multinational organizations. Demonstrated expertise in successfully initiating and overseeing suppliers and key stakeholder engagement across diverse industries, with a strong emphasis on cultivating strategic partnerships both domestically and globally. Proficient in leveraging influential connections, streamlining logistics procedures, and conducting comprehensive technical analyses to enhance quality, service, and punctuality. Highly skilled in procurement, inventory, material, warehouse, logistics, and transport management, displaying a proven dedication to cost analysis, forecasting, and process improvement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics and Distribution Manager
CHRIM Nig Ltd
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2021 - Current
- Managed logistics operations for safe transport of personnel and goods efficiently.
- Coordinated distribution processes, ensuring punctual deliveries to customers.
- Enhanced customer service by analyzing feedback, resulting in increased sales growth.
- Planned transport operations adhering strictly to top safety standards.
- Ensured compliance with documentation and legal requirements for vehicles.
- Conducted team briefings and training sessions to promote continuous development.
- Created awareness campaigns targeting risks linked to unsafe driving practices.
- Established an efficient tracking system to monitor movements and sales deliveries.
Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor
Emirates
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
06.2015 - 09.2020
- Directed operations of manpower and machinery to uphold standard procedures and enhance efficiency.
- Assigned job tasks to team members while monitoring productivity levels consistently.
- Reported on performance metrics of team members per shift, ensuring accurate documentation.
- Led initiatives addressing batch binning errors by updating locations and system discrepancies promptly.
- Managed inventory discrepancies by identifying errors in goods inwards processes effectively.
- Coordinated mobile spare delivery service for immediate fulfillment of aircraft maintenance requests.
- Conducted receiving and updating of system locations for repaired or returned items systematically.
- Maintained safety standards within the warehouse while overseeing comprehensive inventory processes.
Materials Manager (Ag.)
Aero Contractors Company of Nig. Ltd (fly aero)
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Executed cost-effective contract negotiations, achieving full compliance with agreements.
- Implemented stringent warehouse operations and materials management procedures.
- Designed training initiatives for team members to enhance overall productivity.
- Oversaw seamless warehouse operations, logistics, procurement, and repair processes within budget constraints.
- Secured timely shipment clearance through collaboration with freight forwarders and suppliers.
- Cultivated partnerships with Customs for swift resolution of clearing and duty payment challenges.
- Followed up with shipping agents to ensure quick and efficient shipment deliveries.
- Fostered strong stakeholder relationships to ensure timely availability of materials and spares.
Logistics and Procurement Supervisor
Aero Contractors Company of Nig. Ltd (fly aero)
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2011 - 05.2015
- Coordinated logistics and procurement teams, driving productivity improvements.
- Optimized resource management to meet targets and enhance financial outcomes.
- Led daily meetings to motivate team members for improved collaboration.
- Guided team training on best practices in procurement for better performance.
- Allocated tasks and assessed outputs for maximum efficiency.
- Resolved team issues effectively, fostering a supportive environment.
- Maintained rigorous safety standard compliance among team members.
- Handled materials provisioning during aircraft maintenance at international MROs.
Sr. Logistics and Procurement Officer
Aero Contractors Company of Nig. Ltd (fly aero)
Lagos, Nigeria
09.2005 - 01.2011
- Managed receiving of spare requests from engineers and other stakeholders.
- Sent RFQs to global suppliers for sourcing required materials and components.
- Gathered repair capability information while dispatching RFQs to overseas shops.
- Negotiated competitive pricing and terms after collating supplier quotes.
- Created purchase orders for approved suppliers based on established agreements.
- Coordinated components for in-house repairs and certification processes.
- Tracked shipments through agents until delivery confirmation via airway bills.
- Reviewed invoices against shipment documentation to ensure compliance.
Education
Ph.D. - Business Admin. (Logistics & Supply Chain Mgt.)
Enugu State University of Science And Technology (ESUT)
Enugu, Nigeria12-2027
Master of Business Administration-MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Coventry University
UK11.2017
Post Graduate Diploma-PGD - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT)
Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria02.2008
Higher National Diploma-HND - Science Laboratory Technology
Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic
Unwana, Ebonyi State, Nigeria10.2002
Skills
- Logistics operations expertise
- Data analysis capabilities
- Team leadership skills
- Warehouse management expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational capabilities
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
- Detail-oriented approach
- Task prioritization techniques
- Research methodologies
- Safety compliance knowledge
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Supply chain optimization strategies
- Customer relationship management proficiency
- Oversight of warehouse operations
- Inventory control strategies
- Procurement tactics
- Sales and distribution expertise
- Supplier relationship management
- Customer support excellence
- Efficient order processing
- Repair process management
- Project execution strategies
- Materials logistics coordination
- Transport operations management
- Stakeholder engagement skills
- Relationship building techniques
- Effective communication skills
- Collaborative teamwork abilities
- Leadership coordination strategies
- Conflict resolution techniques
Aircraft Worked On
- A380
- B777 (Emirates)
- B737
- DHC-8
- HS125 (Aero Contractors Coy of Nig. Ltd Fly Aero)
Courses Completed
- Dangerous Goods Handling
- Human Factor
- Aviation Security
- Fire Warden Training Courses
- ASHI - CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Cert. Course
- Fatigue Counter Measure Workshop
- CIPS Middle East Conferences & Supply Management Award events, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Customer Service Training - Contact Centre Support Professionals, Ikeja, Lagos
- Materials and Logistics Management Course - Aero Consult Ikeja - Lagos, Nigeria
- Aeronautical Store Officers' Course - Aero-Bristow Training School Ikeja, Lagos
- Advance HSE Course - Nigeria Institute of Safety Professionals Port Harcourt
Certification
Chartered Member - Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT) UK
Advance Diploma - Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) UK
Timeline
Logistics and Distribution Manager
CHRIM Nig Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor
Emirates
06.2015 - 09.2020
Materials Manager (Ag.)
Aero Contractors Company of Nig. Ltd (fly aero)
01.2014 - 05.2015
Logistics and Procurement Supervisor
Aero Contractors Company of Nig. Ltd (fly aero)
01.2011 - 05.2015
Sr. Logistics and Procurement Officer
Aero Contractors Company of Nig. Ltd (fly aero)
09.2005 - 01.2011
Ph.D. - Business Admin. (Logistics & Supply Chain Mgt.)
Enugu State University of Science And Technology (ESUT)
Master of Business Administration-MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Coventry University
Post Graduate Diploma-PGD - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT)
Higher National Diploma-HND - Science Laboratory Technology
Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic