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Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, Germany

• Spearheaded a groundbreaking project about the automotive supply base in Africa and identified more than 50 OEMs and over 500 component suppliers to increase Schaeffler’s supply base and enhance operational.
• Optimized incoterms usage by analysing 7,163 purchase records. Refined outdated incoterms to reduce risks and improve operational efficiency.
• Generated a comprehensive list of 200 supplier contacts by leveraging SAP, enabling effective supplier management and reducing procurement lead time by 2%.
• Influenced the execution of global sourcing strategies resulting in the reduction of material cost by 3%.
• Increased supplier diversity through effective supplier evaluation.

Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana

• Published a research article in a peer-reviewed journal to advance evidence-based decision-making among firms.
• Arranged comprehensive tutorial sessions for an average of 194 students, resulting in a remarkable 98% pass rate.
• Analysed field data using SPSS, SmartPLS and Amos and translated insights into practical recommendations for research projects.
• Mentored and guided an average of 45 groups of students in theses writing process to improve scientific writing skills.

Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana

• Conducted physical inventory counts and inspections to verify accuracy by comparing with recorded quantities in the system. Consistently reduced discrepancies and optimized inventory management practices.
• Identified potential risks associated with the management of inventory and provided strategic controls to mitigate risks.
• Developed a database of issued orders incorporating advanced functionalities in Microsoft excel application to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to reduce customer order fulfilment time by 5%.
• Influenced the Development of stock transfer orders with SAP for intra-company inventory movement to ensure effective warehouse space maximization.

Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana

• Generated a detailed report on roofing sheets delivery delays and introduced actionable recommendations to reduce and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Data entry and ensured data accuracy by utilizing Microsoft Office Applications; consistently reduced data errors by 20% through thorough quality checks.
• Employed exceptional proofreading skills to generate flawless and polished communication materials (emails, reports and contracts).

Master Of Philosophy - Mphil, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, First Class

Bachelor'S Degree, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, First Class

Activities and Societies: The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)