- Create supply chain management strategies that increase efficiency and speed.- Optimize warehouse operations- Ensures transparency in the procurement flow, and that company resources are effectively used - in other words, works to eliminate both internal and external corruption with respect to company spending.- Ensures that the company does business with only reputable, reliable, flexible suppliers by following the SUPPLIER VETTING & APPROVAL PROCESS.- Ensure that each purchase follows company policy and procedure, and is executed at the best price, without sacrificing quality or service.- Compares PURCHASE REQUEST amounts with the BUDGET, and/or Stock Level Control amounts, to ensure that spending is within approved limits.- Ensure that the company's interests are effectively pursued before all suppliers, acting as the cost-saving conscience of the company. Negotiates aggressively on price and all other terms, regarding individual purchases as well as blanket purchasing agreements.- Ensures follow-through on delivery and other terms of execution, as needed, acting as the main supplier contact. Manages disputes involving invoicing, price & quantity delivered, quality, and other terms, in cooperation with the respective PURCHASE REQUESTER.- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness- Ensures that imported goods are not delayed at customs, and that import duties and taxes are minimized.- Ensures that transport costs - for purchased goods and materials, as well as inventory items held in the WAREHOUSE that should be brought to a SITE (eg., equipment) or SELLING LOCATION (eg, scratch cards and SIM cards) - are controlled and minimized, deciding between using company resources and outsourcing for each delivery

My duties as an Operations Head:Developing and implementing operational strategies: An Operations Head is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure that all operations run efficiently to meet the organisation's goals.Managing and optimising operational processes: An Operations Head may manage and optimise the processes of a business relating to production, the supply chain, logistics, customer service and quality control to ensure it can meet quality standards.Managing budgets: Operations Heads are responsible for managing the operational budget, including forecasting and allocating resources as required, to meet business goals.Analysing data: Operations Heads analyse data to identify opportunities for improvement and to ensure that all processes are efficient.Implementing changes: Based on the analysis of operational data, they may also identify and implement changes to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.Ensuring compliance: An Operations Head ensures that all operations comply with relevant laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.Managing relationships with suppliers and vendors: As an Operations Head, you may also manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure that all products and services are of high quality and that the company receives them on time.Fostering a culture of continuous improvement: Operations Heads are typically responsible for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and encouraging innovation and creativity to increase growth, profitability and customer satisfaction.

My responsibilities were :Forecast monthly, quarterly and annual resultsApprove or reject budgetsConduct risk managementEvaluate and decide on investmentsSupervise a team of AccountantsAllocate resources and manage cash flowsConduct profit and cost analysesDevelop secure procedures to maintain confidential informationEnsure all accounting activities and internal audits comply with financial regulationsConsult board members about funding optionsRecommend cost-reducing solutions

As Deputy General Manager Fianance leads and develops a team with operational responsibilities to ensure that the organisation achieves its business objectives. I was responsible for formulating long-term business strategies to achieve profitable revenue growth. I directed the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, and other assets and resources.I applied strategic thinking and people management skills to manage key business relationships as well as ensuring proper implementation of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards across the business verticals.TasksCollaborate with Business Heads to identify areas of technical and business management training development.Conduct key stakeholder analysis to identify key internal and external stakeholders.Define medium-term strategic plans to expand current business.Determine short- and long-term financial needs to assess current financial situations.Direct the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investment in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, or other assets and resources.Ensure that all business functions are aligned to the quality management system of the organisation.Ensure the implementation of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards across the business verticals.Establish key stakeholder relationship management audit processes and criteria.Establish performance indicators to benchmark the effectiveness of learning and development programme against industry best standards.Identify new opportunities within defined business verticals.Identify principal risks to the organisation.Manage relationships with business stakeholders, government agencies, media, academia, and customers through focused initiatives.Mitigate and resolve Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) related escalations.

As a crucial member of the finance team, my job description as a Senior Finance Manager were:Overseeing and reviewing works done by the finance teamProducing financial reports related to budgets, account payables, account receivables, expenses etc.Developing long-term business plans based on these reportsBudgeting and forecasting for the businessLiaising with external auditors and tax agentsLooking into strengthening current internal control and process improvement.