Addisalem Abebe Taddese

[email protected] • +251 - 911 - 51 03 49 • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Strategic and results-driven supply chain and operations leader with extensive experience in driving enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. Proven track record in defining and executing end-to-end supply chain strategies, optimizing procurement processes, and fostering strong supplier partnerships to support business growth. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights and digital frameworks to deliver measurable value and align operational goals with organizational objectives.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Director, Supply Strategy & Relations Management

01/2021 - Present

Ethio Telecom, Ethiopia , Ethiopia

• Provide vision and oversight for cross-functional supply chain and operational units, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, digital transformation goals, and stakeholder expectations

• Drive enterprise-wide strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability

• Define and oversee the execution of end-to-end supply chain strategies, ensuring integrated planning, risk mitigation, and value creation across telecom, fintech, and digital service lines

• Guide investment and resource allocation decisions to achieve long-term organizational objectives

• Shape and maintain strategic partnerships with local and international vendors

• Lead supplier governance frameworks, promote ethical and sustainable sourcing practices, and strengthen strategic alliances to support business continuity and growth

• Drive enterprise-level procurement strategies, category management, and value optimization initiatives

• Establish policies, standards, and digital frameworks that ensure compliance, transparency, and efficiency across high-value contracts and supplier portfolios

• Lead the development of KPI frameworks, performance dashboards, and executive reporting mechanisms

• Provide actionable insights to the Board, senior management, and stakeholders, ensuring accountability, audit compliance, and data-driven decision-making

Manager, Supply Strategy & Planning

02/2019 - 01/2021

Ethio Telecom, Ethiopia , Ethiopia

• Led the design, execution, and continuous improvement of comprehensive supply chain strategies, including the preparation, validation, and monitoring of annual and periodic supply plans aligned with organizational objectives

• Conducted in-depth supply chain assessments and market analyses, identifying operational gaps, risks, and opportunities, and presented actionable recommendations to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and supply chain resilience

• Executed data-driven min-max and demand planning processes to ensure optimal stock levels, timely replenishment, and continuity of critical supplies in fast-paced operational environments

• Developed and secured approval for the Annual Supply Plan through cross-functional collaboration, formulated implementation strategies, and tracked progress to ensure delivery against targets

• Led the design and deployment of Supply Chain Division standard operating procedures, workflows, and operational systems, ensuring validation, adherence, and alignment with best practices and organizational policies

• Oversaw inventory control processes and supply chain monitoring mechanisms to maintain seamless availability of goods, proactively mitigating risks of stockouts or disruptions

Manager, Warehouse Manager (Telecom Expansion Project)

01/2014 - 02/2019

Ethio Telecom, Ethiopia , Ethiopia

• Provided end-to-end logistics and warehousing support for large-scale telecom expansion projects, ensuring timely availability, proper handling, and quality assurance of critical resources

• Proactively managed exceptions and alternative solutions to meet project objectives

• Contributed to multi-departmental initiatives to optimize operational performance, ensuring the successful execution of project deliverables aligned with organizational goals

• Ensured adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), operational level agreements (OLAs), and best practices in warehouse and logistics operations, maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and accountability

• Directed efficient warehouse operations, including inventory control, storage optimization, and equipment dispatch

• Led a team of over 40 warehouse staff, fostering capacity development and operational discipline

• Oversaw the on-time delivery of project equipment against approved requests

• Provided accurate, timely updates to supervisors and management to support decision-making and reporting requirements

• Managed warehouse facilities, ensuring proper utilization, maintenance, and alignment with organizational structures, processes, and project requirements

Supply Chain Administrator

12/2010 - 01/2014

Ethio Telecom, Ethiopia , Ethiopia

• Managed end-to-end order processing and goods receipt operations using ERP systems, streamlining workflows, ensuring accurate, timely order fulfillment, and enabling seamless integration with inventory management and reporting systems

• Applied advanced demand forecasting and inventory planning techniques to accurately predict customer requirements, reduce stockouts, minimize excess inventory, and achieve cost efficiency while enhancing service reliability

• Directed the distribution of materials across multiple locations, optimizing transportation routes and lead times, implementing robust distribution strategies, and ensuring timely delivery to meet operational and programmatic objectives

• Developed and implemented Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Operational Level Agreements (OLAs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), clarifying responsibilities, improving accountability, and fostering effective cross-functional collaboration

• Generated analytical reports using Microsoft Office tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs), provide actionable insights, and inform decision-making processes to drive continuous operational improvement

• Supervised and mentored a high-performing operational team, promoting a collaborative, results-oriented culture that enhanced productivity, morale, and overall team performance

Planning Officer

11/2009 - 12/2010

Ethiopian Telecommunication Corporation, Ethiopia , Ethiopian Telecommunication Corporation, Ethiopia

• Played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the Next Generation Network (NGN) vendor-financing project in Eastern Ethiopia, overseeing project activities, ensuring adherence to timelines, and achieving strategic objectives

• Conducted comprehensive surveys in remote and hardship areas, delivering accurate daily reports, demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and meticulous attention to field data quality

• Supervised land acquisition processes for mobile sites, facilitating efficient coordination with government and local stakeholders, resolving issues promptly to enable smooth project progress

• Led daily reporting on site handovers and design implementation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mobile network sites and adherence to technical specifications

• Managed project warehousing activities, ensuring proper inventory control, efficient storage, and timely distribution of materials

• Implemented streamlined processes to optimize the flow of resources and minimize delays

• Supervised civil works at project sites, ensuring compliance with construction standards, quality specifications, and project timelines, while efficiently managing resources

• Monitored and followed up on the installation of critical infrastructure components, including transformers, ensuring timely deployment and operational functionality to support network reliability

• Coordinated preventive maintenance of legacy sites, implementing proactive measures to enhance performance, minimize downtime, and optimize overall network operations

Junior Planning Officer

09/2007 - 11/2009

Ethiopian Telecommunication Corporation, Ethiopia , Ethiopian Telecommunication Corporation, Ethiopia

• Conducted comprehensive surveys in remote and hardship areas, delivering accurate daily reports, demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and meticulous attention to field data quality

• Supervised land acquisition processes for mobile sites, facilitating efficient coordination with government and local stakeholders, resolving issues promptly to enable smooth project progress

• Managed project warehousing activities, ensuring proper inventory control, efficient storage, and timely distribution of materials

• Implemented streamlined processes to optimize the flow of resources and minimize delays

• Supervised civil works at project sites, ensuring compliance with construction standards, quality specifications, and project timelines, while efficiently managing resources

• Coordinated preventive maintenance of legacy sites, implementing proactive measures to enhance performance, minimize downtime, and optimize overall network operations

EDUCATION

MEC in Economics

01/2012 - 01/2015

Indira Gandhi National Open University

BA Degree in Economics

01/2004 - 01/2007

Mekelle University

SKILLS

Technical Skills: Data Analysis, Market Analysis, Procurement, Supplier Management, SCM ERP System, Logistics Management

Soft Skills: Leadership, Team Building, Strategy Development, Adaptability, Communication

Tools: MS Office Suite, Budget Management Software, Project Management Tools, Inventory Management Systems, Contract Management Tools

Other: English (Fluent), Policy Development, Procedure Development, Process Development

PROJECTS

Telecom Expansion Project

Technologies: ERP system, SQL, Python, Tableau, IoT Sensors, Statistical Analysis Tools, Huawei Warehouse Management Systems

• Provided end-to-end logistics and warehousing support for large-scale telecom expansion projects, ensuring timely availability, proper handling, and quality assurance of critical resources

Next Generation Network Expansion

Technologies: Statistical Analysis Tools, Excel, Tableau, Data Visualization Frameworks, Supply Chain Management Software, Logistics Optimization Tools

• Spearheaded logistics operations for the Next Generation Network (NGN) vendor-financing project in Eastern Ethiopia, effectively addressing critical connectivity gaps for underserved communities by optimizing resource allocation and supply chain processes

• Employed advanced statistical analysis tools and data visualization techniques to monitor logistics workflows, achieving a 25% reduction in deployment time and enhancing project efficiency

• Fostered collaboration with cross-functional teams and local stakeholders, resulting in a 40% increase in user adoption rates and improved service quality for over 50,000 users

CERTIFICATIONS

Leadership and Supply Chain Certifications

04/2025

Linkedin, PMI, NASBA etc