CATHERINE IRIELE
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Professional in operational management with track record of driving efficient processes and optimizing performance. Adept at implementing strategies that align with organizational goals and fostering collaborative work environments. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings, ensuring seamless team operations and goal achievement.
Experienced with leadership and strategic planning in high-stakes environments. Utilizes strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to drive operational success. Track record of effective team leadership and conflict resolution, ensuring mission objectives are met.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REDISTRIBUTION OFFICER
FLOUR MILLS OF NIGERIA PLC
09.2020 - 10.2025
- Confirms debt status of the merchandisers, sales officers Area sales managers.
- Group redistribution teams and allocate them to distributors for accountability and performance measure.
- Reporting of customer & team profitability, work with management to prepare annual promotion budget.
- Prepares pan Nigeria redistribution performance appraisal weekly and monthly, Collating insights for the non-operational vans and poor performed teams for management intervention.
- Ensuring the performance of the sales team and motivating members to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Redistribution cost analysis to determine per cartoon pan assigned Area.
- Traveling to potential and existing customers within an assigned sales area to present company offerings and awareness.
- Improved communication with Field sales managers and regional managers to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively complete projects.
- Supervised team performance, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, facilitating informed decision-making and resource allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams in the execution of strategic initiatives aligned with company goals.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in increased production capacity and reduced waste.
- Developed training materials to onboard new employees effectively and improve retention rates.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
ROUTE TO MARKET ACCOUNTANT
FLOUR MILLS OF NIFERIA PLC
09.2011 - 09.2020
- Managed month-end close process, ensuring timely financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
- Developed and implemented internal controls to improve accuracy of financial data and reduce discrepancies.
- Prepared detailed financial statements, facilitating informed decision-making for senior management.
- Analyzed variances in budgets and forecasts, providing actionable insights to enhance financial performance.
- Conducted comprehensive reconciliations of general ledger accounts to ensure integrity of financial records.
- Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 500 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
Education
B.Tech - Industrial Microbiology
Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State
Imo State01.2001
Masters - Business Administration
University of Nigeria Calabar
Calabar, Cross River State01.2011
Skills
- Strategic redistribution planning
- Employee performance evaluation
- Data interpretation
- Team management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Affiliations
- Rotary International
Certification
- Certified Support professional training (2017)
- Course completion Certificate: Cyber security (2023)
- Course completion Certificate: Social Engineering Red wire (2023)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Outdoor Recreation
Timeline
REDISTRIBUTION OFFICER
FLOUR MILLS OF NIGERIA PLC
09.2020 - 10.2025
ROUTE TO MARKET ACCOUNTANT
FLOUR MILLS OF NIFERIA PLC
09.2011 - 09.2020
B.Tech - Industrial Microbiology
Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State
Masters - Business Administration
University of Nigeria Calabar