Logistics Officer, Supervisor, Manager

Alcatel-lucent

2008 - 2018

Nigeria

Prepared the estimates and budget for logistics based on the inputs from the project managers.
Managed over $300m in inventory and 30 employees in 12500 square-meter warehouse for Etisalat and Orange projects.
Initiated purchase order for all logistics related operations and approved all logistics related invoices submitted by all the logistics service providers.
Led value-added customer service team that consistently over-delivered on customer expectations.
Managed with back office in tracking shipment on board and followed up with airlines and shipping line to know the status of shipment in transit.
Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Liaised with the finance department to obtain payment of custom duty, and
followed up with agents in clearing process to avoid delay in equipment delivery to the warehouse.
Ensured the equipment received in the warehouse tally with shipping documents and signing of delivery acceptance certificate.
Delivered substantial cost savings by securing discounts from third-party logistics services providers.
Expedited resolutions of shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Managed trucks and equipment's deliveries to different sites in Nigeria and Cameroon negotiated with 5 different freight companies and received annual contracts resulting in cost savings of 12%.
Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.