Anthony Otafia

Results-driven Warehouse & Inventory Management professional with 6+ years of hands-on experience in stock control, procurement, warehousing operations, and supply chain coordination. Proven track record of reducing waste, optimising stock accuracy, and improving profitability through disciplined inventory management. Proficient in inventory software (RetailMan), FIFO/FEFO warehousing models, and supplier liaison.

Combines a strong analytical background in geology and environmental sciences with meticulous attention to detail and robust organisational skills.

Purchasing, Warehousing & Inventory Manager at UBA Pharmacy & Supermarket (2020-04 – Present)

• Managed end-to-end inventory cycle including stock requisition, receiving, storage, and dispatch across pharmacy and supermarket departments.
• Utilised RetailMan inventory software for real-time stock data computation and shelf-to-system quantity reconciliation.
• Implemented proactive expiry-date tracking system, eliminating spoilage and reducing wastage significantly — directly improving company profitability.
• Acted as principal liaison between suppliers and the company, ensuring on-time and accurate deliveries with quality compliance checks.
• Inspected incoming products for defects and adherence to quality standards, escalating inconsistencies appropriately.
• Identified and resolved supply chain inefficiencies, recommending and implementing delivery optimisation strategies.
• Maintained accurate inventory records ensuring consistent balance between physical shelf counts and system data.
• Championed customer satisfaction by ensuring continuous product availability and quality on the shop floor.

Production Line Coordinator at PZ Wilmar (2018-08 – 2020-02)

• Coordinated smooth daily operation of the production line, overseeing workflow from raw material intake to finished product packaging.
• Maintained machine and conveyor belt maintenance schedules, liaising with technical teams to minimise downtime.
• Implemented strict product coding and packaging standards, increasing coded output per hour.
• Conducted monthly stock-taking exercises to ensure full accountability across the production and warehousing chain.
• Applied FIFO warehousing model to finished goods storage, reducing the risk of stock obsolescence.
• Enforced all health and safety protocols, coordinating with safety officers to protect worker welfare.
• Achieved a monthly production target of 5,000 palettes, contributing to increased customer demand and market expansion.

Administrative Manager at Duraclean Chemicals and Allied Products Ltd (2013-04 – 2017-03)

• Supervised day-to-day administrative and operational functions, ensuring efficient departmental coordination.
• Designed and implemented improved administrative systems, policies, and procedures for information management.
• Organised and maintained filing systems (physical and digital) for accurate records retrieval.
• Contributed to scaling production capacity from 50% to 80% of installed capacity through process improvements.
• Supported wider market penetration initiatives, enhancing the company's competitive positioning.

Environmental Consultant at Environmental Assessment and Evaluation Company Ltd (2005-07 – 2013-01)

• Collected, coded, and stored field soil, water, and drilled core samples with strict chain-of-custody compliance.
• Delivered qualitative and quantitative analysis reports meeting WHO standards for government and corporate clients including PHCN, NNPC, and FMENV.
• Developed community questionnaires to assess project impact awareness — demonstrating strong stakeholder engagement.
• Provided environmental impact/audit assessments for high-profile projects including Bayelsa State Airport.
• Designed and delivered environmental training programmes for PHCN and banking sector staff.

Field Maintenance Technologist at Constain West Africa Ltd (2003-03 – 2005-06)

• Supervised test well drilling operations along railway tracks, ensuring accuracy and site safety at all times.
• Introduced structured safety drills that significantly reduced personnel accidents and incidents on-site.

Bachelor of Science in Geology – University of Nigeria, Nsukka (1998)