Youssou SONKO

Led logistics execution and distribution across the Orica network, including receiving, storing/handling, dispatching and transporting products to mine sites. Managed permits and trade compliance, SAP SCM execution, import/export flows, vehicle maintenance record audits, and delivery performance to meet transportation targets.

Supported business process mapping in SAP from a purchasing and inventory perspective. Worked on integrating the SAP MM module with production, finance, and costing functional areas.

Provided SME procurement and logistics management support, including sourcing and continuous improvement of processes. Conducted vendor research and evaluation, supported procurement requests, and managed transport and delivery schedule priorities for customers.

Completed training including business process integration with SAP S/4HANA 1909 and participated in workshops on design thinking, business model innovation, mindfulness, and public speaking. Covered internal sales topics as part of the program activities.

Managed transport operations using a TMS and supported warehouse execution via a WMS for pharmaceutical products. Processed TMS rejects, handled return and re-dispatch flows, organized transport reservations, and reported weekly delivery metrics/anomalies.

Assisted warehouse project management using business plan inputs and contributed to social and economic impact study drafting. Supported seafreight import operations and provided commercial support for scrap business collecting operations.

Assisted with ocean freight export traffic for a key account and supported end-to-end import and export transportation activities. Helped with booking and bill of lading issuance, port and customs formalities, tracking/planning, documentation checks, and client updates on shipment statuses.

Master of Science in International Trade Policy and Trade Law (2024–2025) covering trade and development, international trade law, and related trade policy topics. Several coursework elements are listed as upcoming.

Master of Science in International Trade and Logistics (2015–2017) covering multimodal transport, international carriage law, logistics and inventory management, information systems/digitalization, and risk management. Coursework also included taxation and customs operations and other logistics fundamentals.

Bachelor of Science in Business Tax and Law (2011–2014) focusing on taxation and related legal subjects, including VAT and wage income taxes. Also covered information systems, financial accounting, audit/control, and economics/decision-making tools.