Carl Harry
Palmiste, La Romain
Summary
To be an outstanding goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in the energy sector, commercial and heavy industries with proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Manager
Rahamut Enterprises Limited (REL)
San Fernando, Trinidad And Tobago
05.2022 - Current
- REL is part of the RAMCO Group of Companies, they are the largest diesel peddler in the Country and a provider of the Phillips 66 Conoco line of Industrial and Automotive Lubricants
- My post was responsible for all revenue generation units (Diesel peddling, lubricant sales, Check Point Automotive Center, as well as market expansion and all business development, this included revenue generating special projects.
- Additionally; I was overseeing the Marketing & Branding Department, responsible for all marketing strategies, brand awareness initiatives, promotional campaigns as well as brand health for the Phillips 66, Kendall Motor Oil & Redline Additives line of lubricants.
- Built relationships with clients to establish new contracts.
- Managed and analyzed budgets, P&L, balance sheets and sales reports.
- Negotiated contracts and product prices by collaborating with vendors and developers.
- Used key metrics and prepared reports for Directors to monitor performance of commercial activities.
- Conducted market research and analysis to create detailed business plans on commercial opportunities, business development and expansion.
Senior Manager
Khans Poultry & Meats Limited (KPML)
San Fernando, Trinidad And Tobago
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Responsible for all Operations at four (4) wholesale and retail outlets of Khan’s Poultry & Meats Limited
- Inclusive of staff management, (Supervisors, Admin, & Floor Staff), Inventory management, purchasing, marketing and wholesale development
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
Procurement Officer
Agricultural Development Bank (ADB)
Port Of Spain, Trinidad And Tobago
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Short Term Contract Position
- Pre-Award to Post Award Contract Management, Preparation and evaluations of tenders, review and change recommendations to Company Procurement and Contracting Policies and Procedures
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Review of Contractual Terms & Conditions
Operations Manager (Marine)
Allied Energy Services Limited
Piarco, Trinidad And Tobago
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Allied Energy Services Limited is responsible for all the offshore catering for the BPTT & BGTT Facilities
- With a rotational staffing of approximately 130 personnel
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Procurement Manager (BPTT Juniper Project)
Trinidad Offshore Fabricators Unlimited (TOFCO)
LABIDCO Industrial Estate La Brea
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Procurement Manager on the BP Juniper Offshore Facility
- TOFCO was Sub Contracted by Houston based TECHNIP to fabricate the TOPSIDES and JACKET for the largest Offshore facility to be in Trinidad waters
- It was my responsibility to develop the procurement and contracting strategy for the procurement and oversight of compliance of the policies
- This included the preparation of tender packages, SOWs, evaluation strategies and recommendations to Management
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
Procurement Coordinator
Parex Resources (Trinidad)Ltd
02.2011 - 05.2014
- Supervision and management of all Procurement, Contracting and Logistics activities for this Canadian based oil & gas company
- Responsible for all drilling & operational contracts in preparation for exploration and drilling programs (2011 – 4 wells, 2012 – 7wells)
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
Contract & Procurement Team Leader-Indirects
BG Trinidad & Tobago Limited
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Supervision & Management of Business Services Team–day to day deliverables to users, strategic planning& implementation of BG Group policies/procedure for the C&P Business Services, review and continuous improvement of C&P policies/procedures etc… Preparation of Contract & Tender Strategies, Value Assurance Frameworks (VAFs), Bundling Strategies, Preparation and presentation of Contract Owner and Contractor Management Training, Review of Contract Terms & Conditions, Commercial Evaluations, Negotiations etc…
Contracts Analyst (Production & Operations)
BG Trinidad & Tobago Limited
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Preparation of Contract & Tender Strategies, Value Assurance Frameworks (VAFs), Bundling Strategies, Review of Contract Terms & Conditions, Commercial Evaluations, Negotiations etc…
Procurement Manager
Sugar Manufacturing Company Limited (SMCL)
07.2003 - 08.2006
- Preparation of Procurement Policies/Procedures; ensuring that all items procured (goods/service) for the management/operation of SMCL is done cost effectively/efficiently
- Overseeing the day to day procurement activities.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
Field Service Engineer/Chemical Analyst
10.2001 - 07.2003
- Providing Chemical Treatment Programs for clients in Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad & Guyana
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator
Vickers Marine Limited
02.2001 - 08.2002
- Prepared & Implemented EHS Management Systems Manual for Vickers Marine Limited.
Quality Assurance Officer
National Training Agency
06.2001 - 10.2001
- Conducted TECHVOC Accreditation & Quality Management Audits
Environmental Analyst
National Housing Authority (NHA)
08.1999 - 03.2001
- Conducted the sampling & analysis of final effluent emissions from NHA Sewage treatment plants.
Private Tutor
06.1998 - 06.2000
- Tutored Chemistry and Mathematics O’Level
Environmental Analyst
National Housing Authority
06.1998 - 09.1998
- Conducted the sampling & analysis of final effluent emissions from NHA Sewage treatment plants.
Education
MBA - International Marketing
University of The West Indies, Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry/Zoology
University of The West Indies, St. Augustine
Saint Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago01.2000
Caribbean Institute For Quality
Chaguanas, Trinidad And TobagoPresentation College
San Fernando, Trinidad And TobagoPresentation College
San Fernando, Trinidad And TobagoVistabella Presbyterian Primary
Skills
- Account Management
- Financial Reporting
- Pipeline Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Proposal Development & Contract Negotiation
- Strategic Marketing & Competitive Analysis
- Key Performance Indicators
- Team Training * Onboaring
- Sales Strategy
- Business Development & New Business Opportunities
- Problem Solving
Other
- Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office,
- AMCHAN Energy Conference – 2016, Hyatt Regency Hotel,
- AMCHAN Mid Year Review – 2016 – Trinidad Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre,
- TBOSIET Certified (2015 – 2018),
- Contracts, Purchasing & Negotiation (Contracts Workshop for Contract Holders/Contract Owners) (MDT International) 05th – 07th May 2010, Essential Contracting & Procurement Skills Workshop (MDT International) – 02nd – 5th June 2009,
- Behavioral Interviewing, Recruitment and Selection (TRAINMAR – SPHR EDA Human Resources Services, USA) – 21st April 2009,
- Contracting & Procurement Fraud Workshop, 08th December 2008, Renaissance & Associates,
- Contracting Strategy and Management (MDT International) – 22nd – 26th September 2008,
- Negotiating Skills for the Oil & Gas Industry (MDT International) – 16th - 20th September 2008,
- Asset Integrity Workshops – Kapok Hotel, January 17th 2008,
- Contracting & Negotiation Skills Workshop – Project Management College – 22nd – 26th September 2006,
- Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training (T-BOSIET) - HHSL,
- Training in SAP and PROCON,
- With-holding Tax Seminar – PWC, March 14th, 2007,
- Corporate Responsibility Workshops – November 30th 2006,
- The Sugar Association of the Caribbean (Inc.) Meeting 02nd-04th April 2006 (Barbados),
- Seminar on ‘The Occupational Safety and Health Act 2004’ by Couva/Pt Lisas Chamber of Commerce – February 9, 2006,
- Caribbean Community Secretariat Meeting of ‘Caricom Stakeholders on Sugar’ – February 6, 2006.(Trinidad),
- Seminar on ‘Procurement Opportunities for Goods & Service Companies in the Public Sector’ by Business Development Company Limited – November 17, 2005,
- The Sugar Association of the Caribbean (Inc.) Meeting May 09 - 12, 2005(Guyana),
- Seminar ‘Caricom Single Market and Economy (CSME)’ by Couva/Point Lisas Chamber of Commerce on – July 28, 2004,
- Seminar on ‘Trade Opportunities and Business Development’ by Couva/Point Lisas Chamber of Commerce – June 15, 2004,
- Seminar on ‘Leadership Talent: Identifying, Developing and Retaining It’ by Employers’ Consultative Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ECA) – April 29, 2004,
- Seminar – Academy of Accreditation Certification and Training to International Standards (AACTTS) – April 20, 2004,
- Seminar on ‘OSHA: Understanding the Law and your legal requirements as Employers’ by Employers’ Consultative Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ECA)– March 07, 2004,
- WIRSA Conference on ‘Water & Wastewater Treatment and Yeast & Fermentation’ – October 13 -15, 2003 (Barbados),
- Seminar on ‘Successful Ecotourism Development Creating the Pathway to Sustainable Growth’,
References
- Prem Nandlal
- (868) 735 3536
- Denesh Ramnarace
- (868) 344 6404
Timeline
Commercial Manager
Rahamut Enterprises Limited (REL)
05.2022 - Current
Senior Manager
Khans Poultry & Meats Limited (KPML)
11.2019 - 11.2021
Procurement Officer
Agricultural Development Bank (ADB)
08.2017 - 11.2017
Operations Manager (Marine)
Allied Energy Services Limited
07.2015 - 06.2016
Procurement Manager (BPTT Juniper Project)
Trinidad Offshore Fabricators Unlimited (TOFCO)
06.2014 - 06.2015
Procurement Coordinator
Parex Resources (Trinidad)Ltd
02.2011 - 05.2014
Contract & Procurement Team Leader-Indirects
BG Trinidad & Tobago Limited
01.2009 - 12.2010
Contracts Analyst (Production & Operations)
BG Trinidad & Tobago Limited
09.2006 - 01.2009
Procurement Manager
Sugar Manufacturing Company Limited (SMCL)
07.2003 - 08.2006
Field Service Engineer/Chemical Analyst
10.2001 - 07.2003
Quality Assurance Officer
National Training Agency
06.2001 - 10.2001
Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator
Vickers Marine Limited
02.2001 - 08.2002
Environmental Analyst
National Housing Authority (NHA)
08.1999 - 03.2001
Private Tutor
06.1998 - 06.2000
Environmental Analyst
National Housing Authority
06.1998 - 09.1998
MBA - International Marketing
University of The West Indies, Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry/Zoology
University of The West Indies, St. Augustine
Caribbean Institute For Quality
Presentation College
Presentation College
Vistabella Presbyterian Primary