Zacharia Sankoh

Dynamic Operations & Business Development Professional with over 7 years of expertise in end-to-end supply chain management. Specialized in high-volume sea freight clearing, fleet management, and warehouse operations. Proven ability to streamline inventory flow, navigate complex Nigerian regulatory frameworks (NCS, NAFDAC, SONCAP), and drive revenue growth through strategic portfolio management and stakeholder engagement.

Logistics & Customs Clearing Coordinator at Etcon Analytical and Environmental Systems and Services Ltd (2025-05 – Present)

• Orchestrated end-to-end clearing for diverse import categories (chemicals, machinery, raw materials) at Apapa and Tin Can Island ports.
• Accelerated cargo release cycles by interfacing directly with shipping lines and terminal operators via digital tracking and payment portals.
• Strengthened regulatory compliance by managing documentation for NCS, NAFDAC, and SONCAP, ensuring 100% accuracy in Form M and PAAR processing.
• Optimized inventory throughput by supervising warehouse operations and inventory flow to ensure zero fulfillment delays for client orders.
• Engineered cost-saving measures by conducting precise HS code duty assessments and proactively tracking cargo to eliminate demurrage and storage penalties.

Business Operations / Portfolio Manager at Etcon Analytical and Environmental Systems and Services Ltd (2024-11 – 2025-04)

• Spearheaded business development for international supplier portfolios, leveraging market research to capture new expansion opportunities.
• Catalyzed sales planning by delivering data-driven insights on portfolio performance and market trends to senior stakeholders.
• Streamlined operational workflows for project proposals and administrative processes, increasing team efficiency in business expansion activities.
• Cultivated strategic relationships with international partners to enhance product visibility and market penetration within Nigeria.

Internal Control & Compliance Officer at Reno Supermarket (2022-05 – 2023)

• Mitigated operational risk by conducting comprehensive audits and identifying gaps in internal processes and supply chain protocols.
• Enforced strict adherence to SOPs through the design and delivery of compliance training for cross-functional teams.
• Validated financial and operational integrity by maintaining rigorous audit documentation and implementing corrective action plans.

B.Sc. in Management and Information Systems – Njala University