Core Competencies
Business Development & Commercial Strategy Expertise
Business Development Strategy
Business Proposal Development & Market Penetration Strategies
Pricing & Margin Analysis | Commercial Negotiation
Project Management
Petroleum & Energy Sector Expertise
Fuel Retail Network Expansion
Petroleum Product Marketing | Fuel Supply Chain Management
Retail Outlet Operations Management
Market Intelligence & Analysis
Logistics & Operations Expertise
Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination
Transport Operations Management
Operational Planning & Execution
Field Operations Coordination | Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Technical & Quality Management Expertise
Product Development & Quality Assurance
Quality Control Processes
SOP Development
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
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Combined Professional Experience Across Education, Manufacturing & Energy
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Major Industries Worked In (Oil & Gas, Logistics, Manufacturing, Education)
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Hands-On Field Operations Experience Across Fuel Retail & Supply Chain Management
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Professional Publications
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From Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (One completed, one ongoing)
Education
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Expected Completion — March 2027
Professional Advance Diploma in Logistics & Transport (ADILT) Focused on Strategic Network Planning and Strategic Performance in Transport & Logistics.
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Completed — March 2025
Professional Diploma in Logistics & Transport (DILT) Specialized in Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Transport Operations, Procurement, Sourcing, and Warehousing.
Accra Technical University
Completed — January 2017
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Science Laboratory Technology — Analytical Chemistry Major focus in Oil & Gas Processing with additional studies in Environmental Chemistry.
Dominion University College
Completed — August 2016
Diploma in Theology Concentrated in Pastoral Leadership, Guidance, and Counselling.
Accra Polytechnic
Completed — August 2008
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Science Laboratory Technology Specialized in Industrial Chemistry Laboratory Practice and Medical Laboratory Practice.
University of Cape Coast
Completed — June 2002
Professional Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ Professional teacher education training completed through the Institute of Education at Peki College of Education.
Experience That Drives Results
Business Development Manager
April-Oil GH Limited
February 2025 — Present
Leading commercial growth initiatives across fuel and lubricant operations with a strong focus on retail network expansion, strategic partnerships, and supply chain optimization. Responsible for driving profitability, market expansion, and operational competitiveness within Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector..
Marketing Manager — Lubricant Business
Sadel GH Limited
January 2019 — January 2025
Directed lubricant business growth through strategic sales execution, distributor management, market intelligence, and operational systems development. Played a major role in strengthening customer relationships and expanding market reach..
Product Development & Quality Manager
Factor-Green (GH) Limited
September 2015 — August 2018
Managed product quality systems, research coordination, and regulatory compliance for agro-processing operations while supporting product innovation and operational quality assurance..
Sales Operations Manager
Fraga Oil Ghana Limited
August 2011 — March 2015
Oversaw retail outlet operations, maintenance coordination, stock management, and regulatory compliance across fuel retail operations while ensuring operational efficiency and sales performance..
Quality Control Officer
Nurevas Food Ghana Limited
November 2009 — July 2011
Handled product inspection, quality assurance procedures, and production compliance processes to ensure products consistently met operational and regulatory standards..
Professional Teacher
Ghana Education Service
September 2002 — September 2005
Delivered academic instruction, student mentoring, and educational leadership support while serving in administrative and PTA-related responsibilities..
Enhancing Collaboration between Remote
$ 29.00
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5 Social Media Account
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Free Platform Access
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24/7 Customer Support
$ 230.00
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5 Social Media Account
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Free Platform Access
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Marketing Platform
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24/7 Customer Support
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Life time support
$ 599.00
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5 Social Media Account
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Free Platform Access
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24/7 Customer Support
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Whether you are exploring fuel supply partnerships, lubricant distribution, retail outlet expansion, logistics coordination, or strategic business growth opportunities, Eric Elikem Akabua is open to meaningful collaborations that drive value and long-term impact. Reach out to discuss projects, partnerships, consulting opportunities, or industry engagements across Ghana’s downstream petroleum and logistics sector.