Chika Charles Okafor Email and Phone Number
Visionary leader with over a decade of leadership experience in driving strategic growth and transformation within multiple Fortune 200 companies across developed and emerging markets. Demonstrated expertise in Consumer and Retail M&A strategy, innovation commercialization, and operational excellence on a global scale. Unique blend of experience in diverse markets, with a deep understanding of cross-cultural business practices and market nuances. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results in complex, fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering innovation, driving change, and building high-performing teams to propel organizations to new heights of success.
Ey-Parthenon
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- ey.com/parthenon
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- 15675
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Director, Strategy And OperationsEy-ParthenonHouston, Tx, Us -
Director, Strategy & OperationsEy-Parthenon Aug 2023 - PresentUnited StatesSupported the separation strategy for a $1 billion carve-out of a major apparel business across 5+ countries, ensuring strategic alignment and operational continuity.Directed transitional services for a $10 billion divestiture of a mobility and materials business, overseeing commercial separation and establishing frameworks for post-divestiture success.Managed the commercial separation for a $2 billion spin-off of a North American Cereal business, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transition and business continuity. -
Senior Consultant, Strategy & OperationsEy-Parthenon Jul 2021 - Aug 2023United StatesCo-created a post-carve-out Retail Transformation Strategy, driving operational overhauls across over 2,500 stores in the US, resulting in enhanced efficiency and customer satisfaction.Coordinated post-COVID supply chain risk assessments for a major food company, enhancing supply chain resilience across 120 facilities in the US.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align strategies and execution for key initiatives, facilitating workshops that improved team capabilities and contributed to market share growth. -
Full Time Mba Student, Strategy And InnovationMccombs School Of Business, The University Of Texas At Austin Jul 2019 - Jul 2021Austin, Texas -
Mba Summer ConsultantEy-Parthenon Jun 2020 - Aug 2020 -
Head Of Innovation CommercializationDiageo Jan 2018 - Jun 2019(Diageo) NigeriaSuccessfully commercialized 5 global trademark brands, including Johnnie Walker, Cîroc, Baileys, Guinness, and Smirnoff, driving increased revenue and market share.Achieved cluster innovation target of $205m, gaining double digit market share of +15% across 3 categories through innovative product development strategies.Spearheaded cross-functional alignment between sales, marketing, finance, and supply to drive successful innovation plans and improve business performance.Co-designed channel and category strategies that enhanced execution and visibility score to 90% in the first year, driving increased brand awareness and customer engagement.Guided the S&OP process for pipeline and base innovation with best forecast accuracy of +/-2% in 4 quarters, improving efficiency and reducing waste in the supply chain. -
Regional Sales ManagerUnilever Jan 2014 - Dec 2017LagosDirected business process improvement initiatives that delivered sustained regional profitability of +9% above market, improving operational efficiency and driving business growth.Managed 25% of the Unilever Nigeria portfolio ($150m) and increased footprint by 26,000 stores across key channels, driving sales and market share growth.Organized the commercial execution framework that yielded sustained coverage growth of 20% year on year, improving customer engagement and brand awareness.Launched the Unilever IQ system, leveraging science to lead sales with a 19% reduction in distribution costs, driving operational efficiency and cost savings.Implemented growth drivers, cost+ trade terms, and zero-based budget for distributor working capital efficiency, optimizing financial performance and improving working capital management. -
Marketing SpecialistNestlé Jan 2012 - Dec 2013Co-designed brand, category, and channel strategies to land nutrition solutions across West Africa in line with W.H.O marketing guidelines.
Chika Charles Okafor Education Details
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Strategy & Innovation
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Chika Charles Okafor works for Ey-Parthenon
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Chika Charles Okafor's current role is Director, Strategy and Operations.
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Chika Charles Okafor attended Texas Mccombs School Of Business.
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