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Kairo Loula

North Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced and dedicated logistics professional aspiring to leverage extensive background in logistics and warehouse management to contribute to an organization’s supply chain efficiency and effectiveness while taking on a new role.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Logistics Associate

01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Reported to the Head of Logistics Operations for support of humanitarian cargo aid in transit to Ethiopia, South Sudan, Somalia, and Yemen
  • Oversaw distribution of shipping documents, resulting in efficient customs clearance of commodities and non-food items, reducing extra costs such as demurrage and storage charges by 80%
  • Developed a weekly shipping bulletin, providing updated status to all shipments and coordinating with service providers for prompt operations
  • An average of 442 thousand tons of WFP commodities relates in “gross mode” to 47 Charter vessels, 7,400 containers have been manipulated on annual basis through the Djibouti Port for Djibouti projects or in transit to WFP offices e.g., Ethiopia, South Sudan, Somalia, Yemen or remaining bonded in warehouses
  • Negotiated with authorities to alleviate bottlenecks and advocate for humanitarian activities, ensuring smooth operational flow
  • Verified invoices related to port operations, reducing errors and payment delays
  • Managed work schedules and performance evaluations for 3 staff members.

Program

United Nations World Food
01.2000 - 01.2015

Logistics Associate

01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Reported to the Head of Logistics Operations for support of humanitarian cargo aid in transit to Ethiopia, South Sudan, Somalia, and Yemen
  • Provided support to the Senior Logistics Assistant in coordinating and monitoring the movement of humanitarian cargo aid
  • Assisted in the preparation of shipping documents, including bills of lading, customs declarations, and freight manifests
  • Liaised with clearing and forwarding agents, shipping companies, and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth flow of goods
  • Maintained accurate records and documentation related to cargo movements, including stock levels, receipts, and dispatches
  • Assisted in conducting regular physical inventory counts and reconciliations
  • Prepared reports and presentations on logistics activities for management review
  • Controlled the flow of port operations invoices for rapid payment processing.

Warehouse & Direct Delivery Operations Manager

07.2001 - 12.2010
  • Reported to the Head of Logistics Operations for support of humanitarian cargo aid in transit to Ethiopia and Djibouti operations
  • Managed warehouse operations, ensuring adherence to WFP standard procedures
  • Oversaw accuracy of daily stock movement reports
  • Supervised operational staff, ensuring duties are performed in line with job descriptions
  • Managed work schedules and performance evaluations for 20 staff members
  • Maintained updated records of vessel delivery operations and conducted inventory checks
  • Interpreter and Translator of storage management training tools from (English/French, and English/Somali)
  • Excellent communication skills with direct contact with clients on a daily basis.

Storekeeper

United Nations World
06.1999 - 06.2001
  • Food Program in Djibouti for humanitarian cargo aid in transit to Ethiopia
  • Report to the warehouse Manager
  • Maintained records of daily cargo movement, ensuring adherence to warehousing standards
  • Conducted inspection/verification of food and non-food items
  • Ensured stored aid cargo /equipment/material securely and properly labeled for easy identification.

Education

CERTIFICATE -

04.2023

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate, Six Sigma Global Institute, Credential ID 70501487 -

03.2023

Bachelor of Arts Degree - English

University of Djibouti
06.2015

Certificate, Human Resources Management and Communication -

06.2012

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of logistics and supply chain management principles
  • Proficient in using logistics management software and tools
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Problem-solving and analytical abilities
  • Proficient in
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • LANGUAGE
  • French (Full professional proficiency)
  • English (Full professional proficiency)
  • Arabic (Limited working proficiency)
  • Somali (Native or bilingual proficiency)
  • Amharic (Full professional proficiency)

Accomplishments

  • Temporary duty (TDY) on storage management in Nazareth, Ethiopia
  • Port Operation Management Training in DJIBOUTI, Djibouti
  • Surface Transport Contracting Training in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Temporary duty (TDY) on storage management in GODE, Ethiopia
  • Prevention of Sexual Harassment in DJIBOUTI, Djibouti
  • Stress management & Team building training Workshop DJIBOUTI, Djibouti
  • Commodity tracking system (COMPAS) training Workshop in ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia
  • HIV AIDS Training Workshop in DJIBOUTI, Djibouti
  • WFP training on FATS “food aid transport system” in DJIBOUTI, Djibouti
  • WFP training on warehouse management in MOMBASSA, Kenya
  • United nation security rules and regulation training in DJIBOUTI, Djibouti

Timeline

Senior Logistics Associate

01.2013 - 12.2015

Logistics Associate

01.2011 - 12.2012

Warehouse & Direct Delivery Operations Manager

07.2001 - 12.2010

Program

United Nations World Food
01.2000 - 01.2015

Storekeeper

United Nations World
06.1999 - 06.2001

CERTIFICATE -

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate, Six Sigma Global Institute, Credential ID 70501487 -

Bachelor of Arts Degree - English

University of Djibouti

Certificate, Human Resources Management and Communication -

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