Ada Okwuasaba
Senior Buyer / Procurement & Logistics Manager
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Forward-thinking procurement and supply chain leader with 15+ years of experience driving supplier negotiations, inventory optimization, and end-to-end logistics in manufacturing and consumer goods environments. Proven capability in reducing costs, stabilizing service levels, and supporting new product introductions through KPI-driven decision-making, strong supplier relationships, and disciplined ERP governance.
Experience
Manager, Procurement & Logistics - Good Natured Products Inc. - Ayr, ON
(2025-10)
- Lead end-to-end procurement and logistics operations supporting manufacturing and new product launches.
- Manage supplier selection, onboarding, negotiations, and contract reviews.
- Achieved 10–15% cost optimization through pricing reviews and supplier term negotiations.
- Support NPI activities by coordinating trial orders and stabilizing early-stage supply.
- Oversee inventory planning and replenishment, maintaining >95% service levels.
- Review forecasts and production plans to proactively mitigate supply risks.
- Optimize freight modes and landed cost with logistics partners.
- Prepare procurement and inventory performance dashboards and updates for leadership.
Purchasing Agent / Logistics Coordinator - Good Natured Products Inc. - Ayr, ON
(2023-03 - 2025-09)
- Managed purchase orders, inbound logistics, and supplier communication for daily production needs.
- Tracked supplier lead times, delivery performance, and pricing variances.
- Supported replenishment planning and SKU-level inventory balancing.
- Coordinated resolution of shortages, backorders, and receiving discrepancies.
- Assisted with freight invoice validation and cost control initiatives.
- Maintained accurate ERP data to support forecasting and KPI reporting.
Operations & Logistics Manager - Samsung Electronics West Africa - Lagos, Nigeria
(2012-08 - 2022-01)
- Led national supply chain operations supporting product launches and large-scale distribution.
- Managed vendor relationships, contracts, inventory KPIs, and replenishment cycles.
- Partnered with sales and finance to align supply chain execution with business goals.
- Led cross-functional teams and drove continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Diploma - Supply Chain & Logistics - TriOS College Kitchener, ON
MSc - International Business Management - Birmingham City University UK
B.Ed. - Economics Education - University of Lagos Nigeria
