Sileshi Kibret Tassew
Import Export Manager
Dynamic Human Resource, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager at Yirga Trading PLC, & Addis Transformer and Switchgears PLC(Metec Sub Division) And Currently at Ghion Industrial Chemical Sector PLC, Role Over 10 years of Experienced and skilled in vendor procurement and supply chain optimization. Expertly negotiated contracts to reduce transportation costs and enhanced team performance through impactful training programs. Known for strategic thinking and fostering strong vendor relationships, ensuring efficient operations and increased customer satisfaction.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager
Ghion Industrial Chemical Sector PLC
Aug 2024 — PresentCurrentAddis Ababa
- Determine order frequency, evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, ensure purchases meet company criteria and forecast upcoming demand
- Develop training programs for logistics staff, elevating team competency levels
- Manage cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of goods
- Enhance customer satisfaction by improving logistics services and response times
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers and carriers to optimize supply chain efficiency
- Implement cost-reduction initiatives, significantly lowering transportation expenses
- Develop comprehensive logistics strategies to streamline warehouse operations
- Utilize logistics software for route optimization, improving delivery times
HR, General Service & Purchase Manager
Ghion Industrial Chemical Sector PLC
Nov 2018 — Aug 2024Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures and create strategic HR plans
- Administer compensation and benefits programs
- Act as liaison between upper management and employees and support the performance review process
- Resolve conflict among employees
- Comply with corporate regulations, policies and procedures to maximize safety, security and overall trust
- Lead Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) process for monitoring, evaluation, and contract negotiation
- Minimize repair/assembly departments' workflow, parts inventory, and logistics
- Improve quality systems across all plants and obtain QMS or ISO 9001:2008 certification at all sites
- Conduct daily maintenance and environmental rounds, conduct satisfaction surveys and generate reports for administration
- Manage supplier relationships, monitor quality and resolve problems
- Minimize costs with effective contract negotiation and expense control strategies
- Maintain organized purchasing department by preparing and processing purchase requests
- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management policies and procedures
- Organize files and records and handle support tasks, freeing managers for other responsibilities
Human Resources & General Service Manager
Addis Transformer & Switch Gears PLC
Jul 2014 — Oct 2019Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures and create strategic HR plans
- Administer compensation and benefits programs
- Support performance review process and forecast future staffing needs
- Resolve conflict among employees
- Coordinate and participate with installation teams to troubleshoot and resolve customer concerns
- Maximize repair/assembly departments' workflow, parts inventory, and logistics
- Improve quality systems across all plants and obtain QS or ISO certification
- Deliver repair indexes well above competitive benchmarks and promote continuous improvement culture among service teams
Human Resources Administrator
Yirga Trading PLC
Sep 2004 — Jul 2014Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Manage employee records and ensure accurate data entry
- Prepare job descriptions for internal and external recruitment
- Coordinate interviewing, screening, recruitment, and appointment of new staff
- Maintain effective relationships between departments by facilitating communication
- Calculate staff entitlements like annual leave and contribute to budget planning
- Coordinate duties of temporary staff and supervise in specific areas
- Take minutes in staff meetings and screen applicants' resumes to select qualified candidates
- Organize employee appreciation events to boost morale and productivity
- Develop strategies for talent acquisition and workforce planning
- Serve as liaison between employees and management to address concerns or grievances
Head of Production
Yirga Trading PLC
Sep 2002 — Aug 2004Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Oversee entire production process ensuring timely, cost-effective manufacturing while maintaining quality standards
- Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and optimize capacity
- Coordinate with procurement team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and inputs
- Implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize costs
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations promoting safety culture
- Manage and develop production team leaders and staff including hiring, training, and performance evaluation
- Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment to minimize downtime and preserve capital investments
Skills
Procurement StrategyProcurement and material managementERP and SAPVendor relations and procurementVendor RelationsContract ManagementSupply Chain OptimizationLogistics ManagementTraining and DevelopmentQuality Systems (ISO 9001)Human Resources ManagementPerformance ReviewProcurement and Logistics Software ERP,SAP,Contract Management;
Education
Master of Business Administration, General Management
MaryLand International College
Bachelor of Arts, Management
Haramaya University
Certifications
Addis Ababa University Business Leadership Certificate
Company Efficiency Performance Certificate
ISO 9001:2015 Implementation Guidance Certificate
ISO 9001:2015 QMS Audit Completion Certificate
ISO 9001:2015 QMS Task Force Member Certificate
Asset Valuation Certificate
Leadership and Change Management Certificate
Personal Attitude, Personal Development, Motivation at Work Place, Team Building and Commitment Certificate
Management Training Certificate
Best Leadership Practice Certificate
Strategic Plan Member Participation Certificate
Work Culture, Time Management, Communication and Performance Management Certification
References
MR. Tesfaye Tamiru
General Manager · Ghion Industrial Chemical Sector PLC
+2519-88-25-81-88
Mr. Seifu Legesse
Production & Technic Section Head · Ghion Industrial Chemical Sector PLC
+2519-12-19-62-00
Mr. Tesfaye Wudneh
Strategic Project Administrative Head · Ghion Industrial Chemical Sector PLC
+2519-67-21-96-76
Languages
English
Advanced
Amharic
Native
Oromic
Advanced
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Better experienced in foreign buyer and seller Contract Management agreement process in single window of Import, Export and LC through bank.