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Adedeji Adekoya

Logistics Specialist
Windsor,Ontario
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Adedeji Adekoya

Summary

Multi-faceted Logistics Specialist with solid history of streamlining operations and trimming cost. Reliable and results-driven supply chain manager delivering stellar aptitude for organization, superb people skills and reputation for utmost integrity. Eager to increase productivity and client satisfaction. Organized Logistics Specialist with 18 years of experience in project management and skill at multitasking with great prioritization and focus. Skilled at data analysis and streamlining operations for increased processing functionality and optimizing business profitability. Dedicated to solutions-oriented problem-solving and effective employee training.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
5
Certification
18
years of post-secondary education

Work History

UNICEF
Abuja

Logistics Specialist
12.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Successful co-ordination of UNICEF country programme supplies and commodities worth about $120 million through appropriate procurement and logistics methods, while managing entire supply value chain by setting up shipping monitoring tools & framework that saved UNICEF $1.6M from excess shipping and terminal port charges/demurrage in 2017 & 2018.
  • Developed logistic plan and coordination of major logistics projects of all UNICEF Nigeria office Supplies via support from Supply Division Headquarters by Monitored import and export of goods, adhering to compliance standards.
  • Scaled up UNICEF's logistics emergency activities up to 95% to all UNICEF implementing partners across Nigeria during COVID-19 lockdown to reach over 34 million vulnerable and displaced victims in IDP camps by setting up logistics emergency campaign access during lockdown, managing coordination of all chartered flights of emergency and aids relief materials with team of 6 people,
  • Established, Implemented, and amended SOPs and work processes related to clearing and shipping of all UNICEFs consignments.
  • Provided technical logistics input to supply plan, including advising on infrastructure constraints (e.g., customs clearance, port capacity, transport options and warehousing capacity) and different delivery mechanisms by advising on budget requirements for various delivery modalities and ensure establishment of budget with clients and using supply dashboards to ensure pipeline monitoring and establishment of appropriate logistics capacity while cutting down on delivery timeline and increasing overall Country office logistics KPI and saving in-country cost efficiency by 35% in 2020 and 2021
  • Developed monitoring dashboard to measure progress of offshore and/or regional procurement and take action to ensure timely customs clearance of supplies entering country.
  • Perform research, collect data, and conduct analysis, produce reports, and ensure information accuracy in corporate systems to enable informed decision-making.
  • Minimized process discrepancies by spearheading budget, supervising staff and controlling inventory and supply management.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules
  • Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction
  • Developed systems for organizing reports and records to drive integrity.
  • Worked with Implementing Partners and 3PLS to integrate processes and correct issues.
  • Streamlined office operations using automation, oversaw client communications, managed record tracking and data communication activities
  • Detected and resolved multifaceted issues related to business direction and operations
  • Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags
  • Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates
  • Supervised compliance measures regarding domestic and international tariffs and customs regulations
  • Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service
  • Reported emergencies, weather delays and carrier schedule changes to customers and supervisors
  • Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels
  • Directed inter-modal domestic and overseas import and export operations to meet aggressive deadlines
  • Oversaw complex projects for senior leaders by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery
  • Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports
  • Reviewed pricing structures and conducted negotiations to obtain favorable rates and conditions
  • Validated inventory levels and updated systems using handheld devices
  • Used in-house tracking system to schedule shipments of goods to customer warehouses
  • Minimized process discrepancies by spearheading budget, supervising staff and controlling inventory and supply management

Aramex Delivery Service Limited.
Lagos

Senior Logistics Operation Manager
05.2016 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Improved profitability by 28.5% generated total revenue of $192,000 for being responsible for all station freight and port operations including planning, establishing, negotiating, and updating all rates.
  • Planned and coordinated operational activities of ship chartering, liner vessel and stevedore.
  • Managed and handle all freights reporting system, managed invoicing process and finalizing agreements with carriers and local trucking and packing companies in accordance with Aramex freight quality standards and ensured customers' management teams requests are timely met
  • Developed shipment recovery channel with the port operations for all incoming & outgoing shipments and delivered to the carriers in accordance with the QOSS
  • Negotiated rates with the airlines /vessel liner in coordination with the station manager and the regional operations manager by developing good relationships with ocean liners, airlines and trucking companies and any other supplier that may be needed for service, Coordination with the station manager/ customer management teams when submitting new offers and having an input in the revenue/cost part of each product
  • Coordinated the project management of setting up of Airport service operations by obtaining all the relevant licenses and permits from statutory government agencies, e.g., Nigeria Customs services, FAAN, NCAA, and the airlines while refund of 30% of project cost
  • Monitored the performance of all operations supervisors to ensure to keep standards and procedures of organization with adequate implementation of all Aramex operational procedures and quality of service standards
  • Proper implementation of corrective and preventive action plans in operations
  • Evaluation of performance of team members, identifies their training needs and trains them
  • Monitoring of operations supplies and handles the stock management
  • Coordinated with the station manager/ customer management teams when submitting new offers and having an input in the revenue/cost part of each product.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
  • Led third-party vendors in achieving delivery time and cost targets.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities
  • Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams
  • Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs
  • Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings
  • Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes
  • Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment

Bollore Transport And Logistics
Apapa, LA

Clients Operation Manager
04.2014 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Reduced shipping documents rejection rate from 40% to less than 10%, without increasing cost of operations using improving quality (accuracy) of shipping documents to ensure Risk Assessment.
  • Designed and implemented all Import/export strategies and activities and ensure adherence to all project requirements and prepare all export documents within required timeframe and schedule efficient shipping activities and identify appropriate transportation method in assistance with customers.
  • Managed operations/distribution activities such as shipment ordering, bills of lading, Customs declaration/clearance and all banking logistics for Import/export activities and prepare required documents on special labels for brands to in compliance to all shipping schedules.
  • Resolved all custom issues/query on behalf of clients & proffers appropriate resolution to all issues improve company efficiency with increase in logistics sales revenue to 54% within 9 months.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.

Tetra Pak
Ikeja, LA

Logistics Coordinator
09.2013 - 04.2014

Job overview

  • Led procurements of Technical/Processing equipment and spare part logistics (All Imports & exports) while achieved correctness of all customs related documents PM, AM, Technical, Processing and Spare parts import by reducing the average lead time from 38 days to 27 days through timely processing, liaison with banks, insurance company for all documents to meet projected import deliverables.
  • Adequately monitored packaging material delivery timeline in full of right freight cost by providing logistics/customs expertise to support customers' need. Processed and validated of proforma Invoice with central factory, TetraPak International and suppliers in conformity with global pricing parameter.
  • Drives continuous improvement on import logistics service level and performance.
  • As Centre point and driving machinery for all TPWA imports/export logistics, I created reporting analysis sheet for visibility of order fulfillment to all stakeholders in supply chain.
  • I planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of logistics policies and procedures to provide roadmap for daily operations.
  • Scheduled and coordinated truck, ship and air transport to maximize productivity and maintain organized calendar.
  • Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
  • Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
  • Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Negotiated freight rates with third-party vendors to acquire cost-effective contracts.
  • Performed regular audits and assessments of logistics processes to identify weaknesses, improve supply chain operations and minimize waste.
  • Developed strategies to optimize utilization of available resources.
  • Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.
  • Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
  • Prepared, presented reports to management on logistics performance.
  • Developed, implemented strategies to reduce costs while improved quality of service.
  • Coordinated shipments. Tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery.
  • Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Implemented systems procedures for accurate data collection with reporting.
  • Managed inventory levels to verify availability of stock for customer orders.
  • Identified opportunities for inventory reductions.
  • Implemented, developed supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency.
  • Created reports to provide insights into logistics operations and performance.

Logistiq Xpeditor
Lagos

Assistant Logistics and Custom Delivery Manager
02.2006 - 09.2013

Job overview

  • Managed expeditors yearly DDU and DDP accounts of $13m
  • Monitored of clearance of shipment with operation team till when same is delivered to the final consignee with Proof of Delivery (POD): Provided regular reporting to senior management on logistics issues and interface with Corporate Customs & Logistics to address Nigerian Customs issues and service provider service failures.
  • Participated with logistics sourcing teams in development of customer's shipping import/export requirements and provide pricing quotations for transportation of goods in response to proposals for future international business opportunity; Completed and maintained all record keeping of domestic and international transportation documentation for export/import activities
  • Processed shipping documents, and ensure shippers are informed of relevant documentation requirement before shipment is forwarded to Nigeria
  • Investigation and planning most appropriate route shipment, taking account perishable or hazardous nature of goods, cost, transit time and security
  • Arranged appropriate packing, taking account of climate, terrain, weights, nature of goods and cost, and delivery and warehousing of goods at their destination.
  • Negotiated contracts, transportation, and handling costs.
  • Obtained, checking, and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with overseas countries' regulations and fiscal regimes
  • Liaised with third parties to move goods (by road, rail, air, or sea) in accordance with customer requirements.
  • Managed insurance and assisting client in event of claim, payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on behalf of client, air transport for urgent and high-value freight and managing t risk door to door.
  • Arranged charters for large volume, out-of-gauge or project movements by air and sea.
  • Managed logistics budgets of $17m and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Secured discounts of $787 from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.

Education

Malaysia University of Science & Technology
Petaling Jaya, Selangor,

MBA from Supply Chain Management
02.2018 - 10.2019

Ladoke Akintola University of Science & Technology (LAUTECH)
Ogbomosho, Oyo

Master of Science from Transport & Logistics Management
07.2018

Yaba College of Technology
Lagos

High School Diploma
05.2004

Skills

  • ERP and supply chain software
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Import/export requirements knowledge
  • Shipment coordinating
  • Inventory management procedures
  • Overseeing deliveries
  • Spreadsheet tracking

Certification

  • International Import-Export Institute, Dunlap-Stone University, Arizona (USA)
  • Humanitarian Network Partner Week. - OCHA Geneva -Switzerland (IMPACCT) February 2019 & 2020 (Importation and Customs Clearance Together!)
  • Emergency Preparedness Logistics - Word Food Programme /Bio force
  • Warehouse Information Management System; UNICEF Supply Division Copenhagen, Denmark.
  • IATA Dangerous Good Regulation Category 6 Certification. 2016

Timeline

Malaysia University of Science & Technology

MBA from Supply Chain Management
02.2018 - 10.2019

Logistics Specialist

UNICEF
12.2016 - Current

Senior Logistics Operation Manager

Aramex Delivery Service Limited.
05.2016 - 11.2016

Clients Operation Manager

Bollore Transport And Logistics
04.2014 - 05.2016

Logistics Coordinator

Tetra Pak
09.2013 - 04.2014

Assistant Logistics and Custom Delivery Manager

Logistiq Xpeditor
02.2006 - 09.2013

Ladoke Akintola University of Science & Technology (LAUTECH)

Master of Science from Transport & Logistics Management

Yaba College of Technology

High School Diploma

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