Operation Manager (Distribution & Logistics) - DYs Trocca & Valsesia Company Limited - Apapa-Oshodi Expressway, Ibafon, Kirikiri, Apapa, Lagos
(2021-01)
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- Lead the end-to-end movement of goods across the distribution network, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery
- Build a more structured and consisted approach to transportation planning and vendor management
- Strengthen relationships with transport partners while continuously improving cost and service term
- Expand logistics capacity in line with business growth by onboarding and managing external partner
- Identify and secure warehousing solutions to support distribution requirements across location
- Improve visibility across deliveries and strengthen tracking and documentation processes
- Analyze logistics spend and performance to identify gaps and drive corrective actions
- Work closely with finance to improve cost planning, reporting accuracy, and budget control
- Introduce standardize processes and ensure consistent execution across regions
- Drive improvements through technology, automation, and better data usage
Stock & Inventory Controller - West Africa Tobacco Limited - 22 Cocoa Industrial Layout, Off Acme Road, Ogba-Ikeja, Lagos
(2017-01 - 2021-12)
- Perform routine physical counts (cycle counts) and compare them with digital records
- Investigate and resolve variances between physical stock and inventory management software
- Update logs immediately when goods are received, transferred, or disposed of
- Verify deliveries against purchase orders, ensuring quality, quantity, and condition are correct
- Ensure goods are properly labelled, securely stored, and readily accessible
- Reorganize warehouse layouts to maximize storage efficiency and facilitate smooth product retrieval
- Establish and adjust minimum/maximum stock levels based on historical sales data, lead times, and seasonal trends
- Coordinate with vendors and the procurement team to initiate restocking
- Implement industry-standard methods like First-In, First-Out (FIFO) or Last-In, First-Out (LIFO) to reduce waste and spoilage
- Create recurring reports tracking inventory turnover ratios, aging, and supply shortages
- Interpret sales patterns to predict future inventory requirements
- Track holding costs, shrinkage, and profitability to support financial health
- Align inventory levels with upcoming sales promotions or manufacturing schedules
- Coordinate with dispatch and shipping teams to fulfill customer or internal project orders
Territory Manager - Ultra Trade Nigeria Limited - 68 Marina Street, Lagos
(2016-01 - 2017-12)
- Training, mentoring, and coaching sales representatives for high performance
- Creating actionable sales plans, setting quotas, and defining sales territories
- Monitoring sales metrics, analyzing data, and preparing reports for senior leadership
- Building and maintaining relationships with key clients, handling escalated issues
- Managing the sales pipeline and providing accurate monthly forecasting
- Working with marketing to create promotional campaigns and refine lead generation strategies
Sales Monitoring Supervisor - Greatbrands Nigeria Limited - KM 23 Lekki Ajah Expressway, Berger Bus Stop, Ajah-Lagos
(2014-01 - 2016-12)
- Track sales rep KPIs, monitor daily/weekly performance against targets, analyze sales trends, and provide data-driven insights to management
- Recruit, train, and mentor sales staff on product knowledge and techniques, set individual quotas, and provide ongoing feedback
- Monitor field visits, ensure adherence to sales routes and plans, and supervise retail staff or sales representatives in daily activities
- Monitor stock availability and ensure proper inventory levels, as well as ensure the accurate implementation of visual merchandising to boost sales
- Prepare daily/weekly sales reports, handle customer complaints and escalations, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
