Tewodros Zewdie Shibeshi
Addis Ababa
Summary
Organized deputy general manager with several years of experience in multi-site operations management. Proactive leadership skills to motivate and mentor employees to achieve goals. Adept with leading teams of up to several employees in fast-paced settings.
Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.
Results-oriented professional bringing expertise in accounting, supply chain management, and marketing. Successful at overseeing all areas of daily operations and making effective policy decisions to positively impact business direction and bottom line profits.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy General Manager
Yo hart trading plc
Addis Ababa
2023.02 - Current
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders at all levels including customers, vendors, partners.
- Provided leadership support in developing business plans, budgeting, forecasting, marketing activities.
- Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization for effective coordination.
- Conducted market analysis to develop plans for new product launches and promotional campaigns.
- Monitored progress against key performance indicators to evaluate effectiveness of operational activities.
- Identified areas of improvement in operational processes and developed solutions accordingly.
- Analyzed financial data to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved profitability.
- Coordinated with external vendors to obtain materials at competitive prices while meeting quality requirements.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all phases of production process.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Resolved employee issues in a timely manner by providing guidance and counseling as needed.
- Supervised team members, established performance goals, provided feedback, and conducted performance reviews.
- Managed projects from inception through completion while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
- Contributed towards organizational growth by identifying new markets and opportunities for expansion.
Country Procurement Manager
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
Addis Ababa
2019.01 - 2023.01
- Identified potential vendors and evaluated them according to price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and sustainability.
- Participated in trade shows or conferences related to procurement topics to stay abreast of industry developments.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all purchases made by the organization including invoices, contracts.
- Performed detailed analysis of supplier costs associated with different items purchased by the organization.
- Conducted market research to identify new sources of supply that offered competitive prices.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies related to procurement procedures and practices.
- Analyzed purchasing trends and identified opportunities for consolidating orders and leveraging volume discounts.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of materials for production.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to procurement activities.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with suppliers and negotiated contracts with them.
- Monitored supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery and responsiveness to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Coordinated activities across various departments such as marketing, finance, operations to ensure timely completion of procurement processes.
- Implemented strategies for cost reduction through improved terms of payment or better pricing structures.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received from vendors.
- Reviewed existing contracts on a regular basis to ensure compliance with company requirements.
- Developed systems for tracking inventory levels at all times so that critical supplies were not depleted unexpectedly.
- Managed the procurement process from purchase order generation to delivery of goods or services.
- Prepared reports on purchasing activity including cost savings achieved through negotiations with suppliers.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering or production teams during the development phase of new projects.
- Developed procurement budgets to reduce unnecessary expenditures.
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
Procurement Manager-Import
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
Addis Ababa
2015.10 - 2018.12
- Provided guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications, materials selection and vendor selection criteria.
- Participated in trade shows or conferences related to procurement topics to stay abreast of industry developments.
- Developed systems for tracking inventory levels at all times so that critical supplies were not depleted unexpectedly.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all purchases made by the organization including invoices, contracts.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies related to procurement procedures and practices.
- Coordinated activities across various departments such as marketing, finance, operations to ensure timely completion of procurement processes.
- Monitored supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery and responsiveness to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with suppliers and negotiated contracts with them.
- Ensure that all imported plant spare, major raw materials, and packaging materials. Imports are delivered on time and in full.
- Ensure a weekly forex requirement is updated and communicated with the Finance Responsible.
- Running management routine, per the management routine distributed for all PS, and come up with issues/challenges for discussion with CPM for a solution.
- Facilitate a monthly Group KPI report is analyzed with PA and arrange a meeting. With all procurement staff to discuss the result and what to do better.
Procurement Specialist
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
Addis Ababa
2010.07 - 2015.10
- Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
- Performed regular reviews of existing contracts to negotiate better terms or reduce costs where possible.
- Provided training sessions on procurement processes and procedures for staff members.
- Reviewed and updated suppliers' information such as contact details, payment terms, and performance ratings.
- Prepared Requests For Proposals to solicit bids from vendors.
- Drafted contracts between vendors and the organization; monitored contract execution progress.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the procurement cycle.
- Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines.
- Developed strategies for procuring goods and services at the most cost-effective prices.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to understand their product requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
- Mitigated logistics deficiencies, resolved shortages and tracked missed or late deliveries while scheduling and expediting high-priority customers.
- Reviewed requisition orders, verifying terminology and specifications for accuracy.
- Managed inventory control, material control, accounting and supply reports.
Project Logistics Officer
merlin-UK Ethiopia project office
Addis Ababa
2010.01 - 2010.05
- Coordinated and monitored supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy of orders prior to shipment.
- Provided training sessions on safe handling of goods for warehouse personnel.
- Managed warehouse staff performance and provided guidance on best practices for efficient operations.
- Optimized routes to reduce costs while ensuring timely deliveries.
- Negotiated contracts with third-party providers for transportation services.
- Developed and implemented logistics systems to improve operational efficiency.
- Identified areas for improvement in the logistics process, such as cost reduction and enhanced customer service.
- Developed systems for tracking packages throughout the entire delivery cycle.
- Supervise a team of logistics, storekeepers, procurement assistants, drivers, and security guards.
- Procure all the requested materials and services, and make sure services are delivered at the field offices, as per Merlin policies and procedures.
- Prepare the purchase order and purchase requisition tracking and report to the Country procurement manager and logistics coordinator.
- Maintain records of procurement, vehicle, warehouse, and inventory documents in a transparent and professional way.
Logistics Officer
International Rescue Committee(IRC)
Addis Ababa
2006.10 - 2009.11
- Negotiated contracts with third-party providers for transportation services.
- Developed systems for tracking packages throughout the entire delivery cycle.
- Established relationships with vendors, carriers, and other stakeholders in the logistics industry.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding their orders or deliveries. Maintained records of procurement, vehicle, warehouse, and inventory documents in a transparent and professional way.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding their orders or deliveries.
- Developed strategies for efficient distribution of products based on customer requirements.
- Optimized routes to reduce costs while ensuring timely deliveries.
- Coordinated and monitored supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Identified and implemented supply chain improvement opportunities.
- Coordinated and oversaw execution of logistics operations.
- Communicated effectively with shippers, customers and receivers regarding changes in pick up or delivery status.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
Addmin Assistant
Save the children USA
AWASSA
2005.01 - 2006.09
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Archived confidential material using established procedures.
- Developed positive relationships with internal customers through effective communication techniques.
- Manage procurement activities for food and non-food items.
- Ensured office equipment was operational, stocked with supplies and maintained in a clean condition.
- Coordinated support to facilitate general office operations.
- Monitor the loading and unloading of equipment and supplies in the field. Maintain activities file.
- Facilitate issue of food and noon food items to the sub office, and keep track of materials issued.
Immigarion Officer
Immigration office Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
2002.10 - 2004.12
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a polite manner.
- Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- control all passenger travel documents
Education
Management Talent Development Program( MTDP)
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
South Africa2019-01
Bullet Proof Manager
Crestcom
New York2017-03
Bachelor of Arts - Busines Management
Alpha University Collage
Addis Ababa2008-08
Associate of Arts - Human Resource Management
Addis Ababa University College of Commerce
Addis Ababa2002-08
Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Operations Management
- Corporate Communications
- Sales management
- Human Resources
- Organizational Development
Certification
- Combined immigration service - Netherland embassy in 2003
- Commodity management and accelerating training- Save the children in 2006
- HR Best practice- IRC in 2007
- Supervisory Development program ,coca cola in 2014
- Bullet Proof manager training-Crestcom,New york in 2017
- Coaching for Accelerating Performance workshop, Coca Cola Beverage Africa in 2018
- Management Talent Development program (MTDP) BY Coca Cola Beverage Africa IN 2019
Timeline
Deputy General Manager
Yo hart trading plc
2023.02 - Current
Country Procurement Manager
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
2019.01 - 2023.01
Procurement Manager-Import
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
2015.10 - 2018.12
Procurement Specialist
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
2010.07 - 2015.10
Project Logistics Officer
merlin-UK Ethiopia project office
2010.01 - 2010.05
Logistics Officer
International Rescue Committee(IRC)
2006.10 - 2009.11
Addmin Assistant
Save the children USA
2005.01 - 2006.09
Immigarion Officer
Immigration office Ethiopia
2002.10 - 2004.12
Management Talent Development Program( MTDP)
Coca Cola Beverage Africa
Bullet Proof Manager
Crestcom
Bachelor of Arts - Busines Management
Alpha University Collage
Associate of Arts - Human Resource Management
Addis Ababa University College of Commerce
- Combined immigration service - Netherland embassy in 2003
- Commodity management and accelerating training- Save the children in 2006
- HR Best practice- IRC in 2007
- Supervisory Development program ,coca cola in 2014
- Bullet Proof manager training-Crestcom,New york in 2017
- Coaching for Accelerating Performance workshop, Coca Cola Beverage Africa in 2018
- Management Talent Development program (MTDP) BY Coca Cola Beverage Africa IN 2019
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