Wisdom Komla Homenya

Self-motivated Procurement and Logistics Management professional with over 10 years practical experience within Logistics, Procurement, Automobile spares and Warehouse Management. A detail oriented and organized individual, self-motivated with high levels of energy and tenacity who exemplifies professionalism, and has the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at any given moment. Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to work and manage individuals from varying backgrounds, listening to the needs and views of others to enable me identify issues or problem areas to form innovative solutions promoting team values and ensuring staff efficiency.

A driven individual with a desire to increase responsibility, professional growth, and to improve on cost management. For this reason, I considered myself suitable for this position as I can contribute greatly towards the achievement of the corporate set objective with a skills of identifying Critical Success Factor (CSF) to add value to customers and maintain their loyalty to maximize profit and increase return on capital employed (ROCE) by the shareholders through my strategic value chain activities in cost effective manner for the company to gain competitive advantage in today's throat cutting competitive market.

Logistics & Spare Parts Manager - Heidelberg Ghana (German Dealership of Heidelberg Druckmaschinen AG Printing Machines) - Ghana

(2017-01)

• Planning the after-sales Supply Chain
• Processing of request from the customers and placing of orders
• Tracking of shipments aresolving discrepancy on the shipping documents
• Processing the pre-arrival clearing of shipment to avoid demurrage
• Arranging transportation from the ports to the warehouse
• Managing Receiving and inventory put away
• Stock inventory data updating and approving Goods received notes [GRAN]
• Processing suppliers' invoice for payment
• Develop and implement Standard operating procedures [SOP] for the Stock Management and Stock control
• Implementing Environmental Health and safety policies of the company
• Staff management and motivation
• Managing the end-to end of the supply chain for Heidelberg Ghana and Dimatec Ivory Coast
• Effective communication with customers and suppliers for the required needs
• Clarifying of request and approving of Purchase orders [POs]

Gift- In- Kind Supplies Coordinator - World Vision Ghana (Christian Base International Non-Governmental Organization) - Ghana

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

• Processing and securing of duty and taxes exemption
• Coordination of the transportation of the cleared shipment from the port to the warehouse
• Integration of Area program (APs) / Project needs into annual GIK planning program
• Accepting donations offers on behalf of the National office by collaborating and communicating with various stakeholders and governmental agencies
• Serves as focal point or first point of contact between the national office, donors external support office, global gift in kind group, various stakeholders and third-party logistics service providers
• Tracking of GIK shipments and reporting status to Area Programs (APs) managers and program leads
• Processing and securing of import permit from Food and Drugs Authority (FDA)
• Clearing of the shipments and transporting them to the appropriate receiving point
• Receiving shipment, sorting and allocating them base on the approved allocation plan or distribution plan
• Dispatching gift in kind (GIK) to their respective locations and Sites
• Participate is distribution process to the various beneficiaries
• Collating of the various end user reports (EUR) and submitting to the donors
• Field visits in monitoring and evaluating of the usage and impact of the GIK items in the program / project execution

Logistics and procurement Responsible - Construtora OAS Ghana Limited (Saglemi Government of Ghana affordable Housing Project) - Ghana

(2015-01 - 2015-12)

• Sourcing and negotiating competitive rate with Freight forwarders, clearing agents and other third-party logistics service providers
• Strategizing to solve complex logistics problems of the company as well as for the subcontractors
• Responsible for checking and confirming purchase requisitions before ordering
• In charge of planning logistics, movement of materials, spare parts, consumables and services to the site
• Reducing overstocking and meeting demand targets, responsible for final approval of goods received notes/invoices before passed on to finance department for payment of suppliers, making sure that all purchases are accounted for before payments are made
• Making sure all administrative procedures are adhered to within the department
• Sourcing and negotiating of contracts with contractors and sub-contractors
• Leading of the tendering process to the contract awarding stage and delivery
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors and other partners within the supply chain and procurement division for smooth flow of materials, services and information
• Coordinating with Customs, valuation (BIVAC) companies and the Clearing agents for quick release of inspection and valuation Report for clearing shipment
• Managing the entireend to end of the supply chain

Logistics Project Spare Parts Manager - Automotive Management Services (UAE DUBAI / AFGHANISTAN) (U.S Department of Defense Awarded Contract / Project) - UAE Dubai, Afghanistan

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

• Ensuring that workshop and various sites are adequately supplied with parts and materials needed, all resources such as manpower, materials and procedures are followed and utilized effectively and efficiently
• Responsible for checking and confirming purchase requisitions before ordering
• In charge of planning logistics, movement of materials,spare parts to various sites by arrangement of transportation
• Reducing overstocking and meeting demand targets, responsible for final approval of goods received notes/invoices before passed on to finance department for payment of suppliers, making sure that all purchases are accounted for before payments are made
• Making sure all administrative procedures are adhered to within the department
• Coordinating and monitoring the effective supply, consumption and delivery of parts and materials
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors and other partners within the supply chain and procurement division for smooth flow of materials, services and information
• Parts forecasting and demand planning strategy were adopted
• Sourcing for potential suppliers and their selection
• Preparation of RFQs (Request for Quotations) and Issuing of Purchase Orders (POs)
• Use of ERP Software called Fastrak (Fleet and Supply Chain Tracking System) for record updating
• Maintaining balanced inventory to meet the demands of the workshop and various sites
• Budgeting, reporting of procurements activities and periodic market review
• Reviewing and embedding with user departments the technical specifications for all materials required for operations
• Leveraging online procurement resources to identified using appropriate channels within the e-commerce environment both locally and internationally
• Appraisal of suppliers andrecommending performance improvement
• Advise management on required areas of improvement to enhance procurement processes

Logistics & Operations Officer - Sheba Mines Limited (Ghana) - Ghana

(2010-01 - 2011-12)

• Raising Purchase orders through the JDE ERP software
• Experience in using JDE for processing or shipment creation shipment
• Generating JDE report like logistics grid report, Forwarders performance report, lead time, clearance etc
• Freight terms negotiation with expeditors and forwarders
• Coordinating with clearing agents, Customs and BIVAC for speedy release of FCVR for clearing
• Sourcing and selecting of forwarders and clearing agent to get competitive price
• Negotiated pricing, lead times and other contractual terms with suppliers
• Lead and oversaw the procurement of all materials both from foreign and local markets
• Budgeted and reported on procurement activities and periodic market reviews
• Working with department managers and other staff to forecast demand of procurement services, making sure that goods were received, ordered and payments processed only for confirmed deliveries or services
• Checked and confirmed purchase requisitions before orders were placed
• Responsible for planning Logistics, the movement of materials, spare parts and maintenance of machinery, coordinating with the shipping companies for timely delivery of consignments, arranging transportation to designated destinations, served as central link for suppliers, shipping companies and the company
• Responsible for the final approval of goods received note and the facilitation of all the process to ensure payment
• Created and developed SOPs for the Logistics and Procurement department, including developing and implementing policies, procedures, tools and guidelines to ensure effective and efficient procurement and warehouse processes within the organization
• Responsible for and overseeing all operational procurement issues
• Sourcing for suppliers and outsourcing of services

Spare Parts Manager - Universal Motors Limited (Volkswagen sole dealership) - Ghana

(2006-01 - 2010-12)

• Source, evaluate and procure from reliable vendors or suppliers of goods/services at reasonable prices both locally /internationally
• Processing of customers' orders, co-coordinating with vendors, sales staff, customer service representatives, warehouse and shipping lines for accurate information
• Co-ordinate all documentations of overseas purchase / shipments include Bills of Lading, Letter of Credit, commercial invoices, Air way bills, Import declaration forms, confirmations of HS codes
• Tracking of shipment of consignment for timely delivery and co-coordinating with Customs and clearing department for early clearing to avoid demurrage claims
• Monitored and adjusted stock holding of old model vehicles parts such as (Golf III) to minimize obsolescence stock
• Handle queries from customers in connection with their orders
• Management and implementing of the warehouse standard operations order procedures and activities
• Responsible for the inwards and outwards of materials, sourcing for suppliers, coordinated and collaborated with the Marketing Manager, Workshop Manager, After Sales Service Manager and Suppliers to ensure customer satisfaction
• Management counter sales of spare parts to customers on request used the Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) ETKA for specification, prepared weekly inventory reports and order status to Management
• Updating of records in the ERP software and preparing report for management
• Responsible for the checking of goods received note to ensure compliance with physical goods received also with the purchase order and forward them to the finance department for payment of suppliers
• Staff training and development

Store In-Charge/Purchasing Officer - Diamond Cement Gh. Ltd. – Aflao - Ghana

(2003-01 - 2006-12)

• Ordering materials from both local and foreign markets
• Liaised with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Responsible for the fixing of minimum stock levels as specified by Management and lead times, receiving materials, prepared goods receipt notes, issued materials against authorized notes and calculations
• Monitored Software packages for inventory control recorded and updated
• Responsible for the day to day running of the store house
• Sourced for suppliers and also coordinated purchasing activities within the various departments

Stores Supervisor - KGM Industry (Ghana) - Ghana

(2001-01 - 2002-12)

• Received and issued products into and out of the company
• Transferred products to various depots and warehouse
• Responsible for physical stock taking and checking
• Updated stock records and the supervision of the store house and the staff

Storekeeper - Donkrist Construction - Ghana

(1999-01 - 2001-12)

• Received and issued materials
• Responsible for keeping the stock ledger up to date
• Undertook physical stock taking and handled local purchase for stock replenishment

HND - Logistics, Supply Chain & Transport Management - Cambridge International (UK) – Study Centre at Principal College Achimota (2011-01 - 2013-12)

Diploma - Purchasing Management - Institute of Commercial Management (UK) (2000-01 - 2001-12)

Diploma - Stores Management and Stores Control - Institute of Commercial Management (UK) (1999-01 - 2000-12)

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) - Bishop Herman College (Kpando) (1991-01 - 1994-12)

Certificate - Computer Literacy Course - PVL Computer College (2001-01 - 2001-12)