Semiu Lawal
Procurement And Logistics
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Logistics Specialist with superior research abilities, sound judgment, and meticulous organizational skills. Successfully meets internal supply needs while maintaining budget and operational goals. Hardworking Supply Chain Professional with 23 years of experience in planning, procurement, and warehousing functions. Proven track record in maintaining vendor relationships to facilitate cost-effective sourcing and distribution. Exceptional negotiation and contract development skills, coupled with proficiency in SAP ERP.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Coordinator – Direct & Indirect Materials/Services
Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited
11.2017 - 03.2024
- Coordinated procurement activities for Direct and Indirect materials for the business
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, meeting project deadlines.
- Negotiated favorable supplier contracts for improved product quality and cost savings.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, enabling faster response times and better pricing options.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to minimize stockouts and optimize warehouse space utilization.
- Spend Analysis for necessary procurement decisions
- Development and onboarding new vendors for supply of both Direct & Indirect Materials
- Procurement of Raw, Packaging materials and Services in the most cost effective manner to meet the business goals without compromising quality standards
- Issuance of Purchase Orders to local and foreign vendors
- Business Partnering with various stakeholders on goal alignment
- Managed Supplier Service Levels/Evaluation
- Communication to stakeholders(KPI etc).
Strategic Buyer – Services & Indirect Materials
Nestle Nigeria Plc
01.2010 - 09.2017
- Managed SIM spend categories and improved the capabilities of five Operational Buyers
- Responsible for putting right strategies in place for procurement of technical items and other services
- Procurement of spare parts, energy, consumables, chemicals and services
- Managed service agreements with all contractors on service delivery to Nestle Nigeria plc
- Put in place SAP contracts for appropriate indirect materials call off by the operational buyers
- Review and update sourcing strategies and communicate to relevant stakeholders
- Communicate details of contracts and supply agreements to stakeholders
- Managed suppliers relationship and evaluate performances.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities in the supply chain.
- Optimized purchasing decisions by analyzing market trends and utilizing data-driven insights.
- Worked closely with finance team members to monitor budgets, track expenses, and forecast future spending accurately.
Warehouse Supervisor
Nestle Nigeria Plc
07.2003 - 12.2009
- Coordinated Inbound & Outbound activities for Raw & Packaging Materials for three and half years
- Coordinate and oversee all warehouse activities/logistics; making worker safety a top priority
- Track and account for all incoming and outgoing products
- Inventory control, managing shipping documentation
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the warehouse facility, overseeing receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for warehouse staff, providing constructive feedback and implementing professional development plans.
- Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication and reduce operational bottlenecks.
- Mentored new employees in warehouse operations, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted growth.
- Reduced order processing time by optimizing workflows and training staff on best practices.
- Managed a team of warehouse staff, ensuring proper safety protocols and procedures were followed at all times.
- Coordinated with transportation providers to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers while minimizing shipping costs.
- Coordinated emergency response drills regularly ensuring preparedness in case of incidents or accidents at the workplace.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new inventory management systems.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, making proactive adjustments to prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Scheduled shifts and shift changes to accommodate workload and customer needs.
- Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
Logistics Officer
UAC Foods Limited (Div. of UAC Nigeria Plc.)
06.2001 - 06.2003
- Monitored stock levels and oversaw the movement of incoming and outgoing goods
- Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives within the logistics department by identifying opportunities for process improvements and resource optimization.
- Streamlined order fulfillment processes to increase customer satisfaction and minimize order processing timeframes.
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to align logistic strategies with customer requirements, ensuring optimal service levels and positive client experiences.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Management
University of Calabar – Cross Rivers State
Calabar, Cross Rivers State. Nigeria11.2000
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Business Administration
Osun State Polytechnic Iree
Iree, Osun State. Nigeria01.1998
National Diploma(ND) - Business Studies
Osun State Polytechnic Iree
Iree, Osun State. Nigeria01.1994
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Muslim Secondary Grammar School
Iseyin, Oyo State. Nigeria01.1992
Skills
- Sourcing
- Contracting
- Logistics
- Mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Comfortable working in both Microsoft Windows 10 and Mac OS X
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on team-building and customer relations
- Outstanding organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities
- Strategic Sourcing
- Purchasing Processes
- Cost Analysis
- Supplier relationships
- Vendor Sourcing
- Contract Negotiations
- Team Collaboration
- Order Preparation
- Price Negotiation
- Continuous Improvement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 operational buyers at Nestle Nigeria Plc
- Successfully managed and procured Raw Materials(Ingredients) for five regional markets under the Central West Africa Region for Nestle CWAR(Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Cameroun and Senega)
- Best Employee of the year 2024 at Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited
- Procurement Champion of cost saving projects at PVM Nigeria Limited
Classification
Internal
Personal Information
Title: PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS SPECIALIST
Awards
- PVM Best Employee of the year
- 04/2021
- 04/2022
- Commended for achieving zero out of stock situation during FX volatile period in the country Best in stakeholders engagement across business functions
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Procurement Coordinator – Direct & Indirect Materials/Services
Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited
11.2017 - 03.2024
Strategic Buyer – Services & Indirect Materials
Nestle Nigeria Plc
01.2010 - 09.2017
Warehouse Supervisor
Nestle Nigeria Plc
07.2003 - 12.2009
Logistics Officer
UAC Foods Limited (Div. of UAC Nigeria Plc.)
06.2001 - 06.2003
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Management
University of Calabar – Cross Rivers State
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Business Administration
Osun State Polytechnic Iree
National Diploma(ND) - Business Studies
Osun State Polytechnic Iree
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Muslim Secondary Grammar School
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