Sekou Djerah

A Management position in which acquired expertise, creative talents and commitment to excellence will have valuable application.
Innovative professional with 20 years of progressive management and marketing expertise in diverse restaurant and marketing arenas with demonstrated initiative, creativity and success. Proactive, multilingual leader/manager with experience in multi-cultural and global environments.
Expertise in strategic planning, new business start up, market plan execution, capital asset oversight, cost containment, budgeting/finance, customer service, and staff training, supervision and mentoring.
Quick study with an ability to rapidly achieve organizational integration, easily assimilate job requirements and aggressively employ new methodologies. Energetic and self-motivated team player.
Excellent leadership, management, oral and written communication, interpersonal, intuitive, and analysis skills.
Known for developing and executing innovative corporate policies and procedures. Proven track record of increasing revenues, streamlining workflow and creating a team environment to increase productivity.

Experience with successfully managing all aspects of a large distribution center including implementing automated distribution systems; selecting, managing and training staff; developing and managing the departmental budget; establishing and monitoring productivity goals; and leading cross-functional teams on key projects. Have designed the layout, organization, processes, and procedures for a distribution facility including camp and services.