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Hi, I’m
Ubong A. Timothy
Supply Chain & Trade Portfolio Manager
Port Harcourt,RI
Summary
Results-driven Credit Risk Portfolio & Supply Chain Manager with 3+ years in retail FMCG. Expert in optimizing inventory, risk assessments, and supply chain streamlining. Achieved 11% reduction in delinquency rates and 15% improvement in portfolio performance.
Skilled in account management, secured 10% cost savings through favorable trade financing terms. Implemented pricing strategies for a 8% revenue boost.
Collaborative and detail-oriented, established productive partnerships, optimizing costs and ensuring on-time deliveries.
Consistently exceeded targets, achieving 95% efficiency improvements. Adaptable to dynamic markets, capitalizing on opportunities. Ready to drive success within the Organization.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Trade Depot LimitedPort Harcourt
Supply Chain & Trade Portfolio Manager
12.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Built and maintained relationships with over 50 suppliers to ensure effective purchasing arrangements and mitigate risks for indirect and logistics customers.
- Collaborate with internal teams to improve outputs, meet demand and supply requirements, and maintain inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Established inventory targets, stock levels, and risk mitigation strategies to optimize inventory management.
- Oversee demand planning, purchasing, and logistics operations.
- Integrate financial and operational plans with strategic objectives to enhance customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.
- Implement inventory management strategies to maximize availability and reduce waste, collaborating with sales and marketing teams to meet customer demand.
- Facilitate portfolio performance reviews, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement new strategies to enhance loan risk portfolio management.
- Ensure compliance with established internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements to mitigate loan portfolio risks.
- Communicated market developments, portfolio changes and annual performance information to Management.
Trade Depot LimitedLagos
Outbound Operations Manager
02.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Manage inventory levels based on sales forecasts and demand to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Track production and implement quality control systems to proactively identify and address deficiencies.
- Lead improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and increase revenue OPEX down to N700/order.
- Organize and maintain records of vehicles, schedules, and completed orders.
- Review and optimize established business practices and processes to reduce expenses.
- Coordinate driver dispatch to meet daily delivery requirements.
- Negotiate contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs and logistics.
- Oversee warehouse staff to maintain efficiency.
- Train new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Implement improved safety standards and monitoring procedures to reduce worker accidents.
Pacer Logistics LimitedLagos
Logistics Operations Manager
01.2021 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Improved revenue by 30% via constant improvement on turn-around-time, fix/variable costs.
- Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements;
- Planned and managed strategic logistics, warehouse, transportation, and customer services;
- Achieved staff and vehicle optimization in order facilitate cross docking operations within Lagos city;
- Liaised and negotiated operational cost saving rates of +6% with suppliers, and other 3PL partners:
- Managed & tracked optimal inventory levels inline with delivery plans
- Customer profiling, planning routes, and processing shipments;
- Supervised, coached, and provided training for over 70 dispatch workforce
SAPPHIRE VIRTUAL NETWORK LIMITEDLagos
Retail Channel: Product & Procurement Manager
01.2018 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Identified key Retail Channel Business Drivers that impact sales figures by +9%, costs, and cash flow.
- Designed, developed, and implemented growth influential projects to optimize sales conversion.
- Onboarded +5% of qualified strategic retail channel partners, Master Agents, and premier sub-agents
- Reviewed business objectives monthly/quarterly revenue targets with team members:
- Implemented strategic marketing programs and promotions for strategic channels in line with quarterly business plan.
- Identified and executed special promotions, buying opportunities, rebate programs, and ongoing support programs for for customers under various product categories and market segments.
KONGA ONLINE SHOPPING LIMITEDLagos
Logistics /Distribution Center Manager
04.2015 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Managed regional Hubs and Warehouses, Distribution & Last Mile delivery arm of the business.
- Supported e Commercial/Sales teams for market activation and brand awareness and 'Konga Yakata' (Black Friday to increase Gross Merchandise Value (GMV)
- Achieved OPEX reduction of per order by 5%.
- Managed over 80 regional franchisees nationwide.
- Managed and created efficient Vendor Relationship Management, and shipping process and fulfillment over 80,000 orders weekly
- Implemented safety guidelines for warehouse and trained employees on applicable policies.
- Addressed logistical issues and applied remediation techniques in timely manner.
- Supervised team of 60+ employees and oversaw all activities for 16,000 square foot warehouse.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Managed both inbound and outbound deliveries to verify orders were picked and shipped on time or swiftly and correctly placed into inventory.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Education
Aleph HoldingDubai
Certificate from Digital Advertising Expert
07.2023 - Current
National Open University OfNigeriaNigeria
MBA from Marketing
01.2023 - Current
University of GeorgiaUSA
Certificate from Marketing Research
09.2011 - 12.2011
University of UyoNigeria
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Arts
01.1992 - 04.1997
Skills
Inventory Management and Control
undefinedAffiliations
- Lions Club
Interests
Community volunteering, Travelling, A learner
As a .barracks boy' growing up, I have been shaped by the gift of informal mentorship, friendship, and collaboration at the community and church levels. These transformed me into a wholesome person. I am passionate about volunteering, I actively contribute in my space, local church, and work environment, always seeking opportunities to lead and make a positive impact.
Exploring new places and embracing diverse cultures is my profound passion. Within the next 5 years, I aim to visit all the remaining 21 states in Nigeria.
A dedicated learner, I believe in the importance of continuous growth. Embracing the digital space, I am eager to learn, unlearn, and relearn in this modern age.
I am committed to excellence and making a difference.
Timeline
Aleph Holding
Certificate from Digital Advertising Expert
07.2023 - Current
National Open University OfNigeria
MBA from Marketing
01.2023 - Current
Supply Chain & Trade Portfolio Manager
Trade Depot Limited
12.2022 - Current
Outbound Operations Manager
Trade Depot Limited
02.2022 - 12.2022
Logistics Operations Manager
Pacer Logistics Limited
01.2021 - 07.2021
Retail Channel: Product & Procurement Manager
SAPPHIRE VIRTUAL NETWORK LIMITED
01.2018 - 01.2021
Logistics /Distribution Center Manager
KONGA ONLINE SHOPPING LIMITED
04.2015 - 09.2016
University of Georgia
Certificate from Marketing Research
09.2011 - 12.2011
University of Uyo
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Arts
01.1992 - 04.1997
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