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Lagos, Nigeria

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

• Continuously driving revenue growth through insightful market analysis and strategic partnerships within the fintechecosystem• Overseeing a cross-functional team to streamline processes, optimize our product’s lifecycle and enhancing efficiency.• Introducing cutting-edge strategies aimed at positioning the company as a market leader in the fintech sector inNigeria.• Transformed Xpress Payments Solutions Ltd.'s strategic direction by spearheading innovative product developmentinitiatives, with the aim to increase the company’s market share by 25% in 2years

Lagos, Nigeria

- Led strategy implementation efforts for the Group's organizational strategy, annual business strategic plan and budget management resulting in a 350% increase in the company’s international presence, expanding operations to 7 countries in Africa through market analysis, competitive analysis, and guiding executive leadership on the implementation of our growth strategy. - Developed and implemented budget management framework and policy while setting up a stakeholder engagement framework to annually coordinate, agree and firm up budget benchmarks and targets for each business unit which were cascaded down to organizational units with key stakeholders such as Business Leaders, Board of Directors, and Heads of Departments. This significantly contributed to the organization’s P&L (Profit and Loss) financial management strategy and ensured minimum of 15% - 20% Net Profit achievement each year.- Implemented the Balanced Scorecard system for performance evaluation, managing over 1,200 KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) across 35 organizational units enabling data-driven decision-making, improved performance measurement, and the issuance of quarterly Organizational Performance Evaluation Reports to guide business executives.- Implemented monthly performance review sessions with top management across different subsidiaries, fostering strategic alignment, accountability, informed decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement contributing to organizational agility, performance optimization leading to at least 70% - 80% achievement of strategic initiatives for each business year.

Nigeria

- Communicated and disseminated strategic objectives, progress, and outcomes to both internal and external stakeholders through the creation of clear and concise reports, presentations, and strategic communications.- Established and nurtured strong relationships with external stakeholders, industry experts, and partners, resulting in the identification of valuable collaborative opportunities that contributed to substantial business growth.- Led and successfully executed change management initiatives, guiding the organization through complex strategic transformations, and instilled a culture of innovation and adaptability that positively impacted overall performance.- Provided invaluable guidance and support to various departments and teams during change processes, minimizing resistance and ensuring a smooth transition, thereby accelerating the realization of strategic objectives.- Orchestrated and moderated impactful business strategy meetings with top executives and senior management teams, facilitating constructive discussions that led to a consensus on the company's strategic direction.- Played a key role in developing senior managers and influencing the overall course of the company through effective leadership, guidance, and a strong commitment to organizational success.- Established and managed an integrated team of software developers, successfully delivering multiple in-house business applications, such as Eye on Sight, Call2Fix and Rent4Less customer applications.- Led the team to develop a market entry strategy for the company’s new products including detailed trend analysis, SWOT analysis and key industry insights that led to the successful launch of Call2Fix and Rent4Less applications in the emerging Proptech industry.

Lagos, Nigeria

- Spearheaded the development and execution of the organization's business strategy, resulting in a 15% increase in revenue and a 20% improvement in profitability within the first year.- Conducted comprehensive market analysis, competitor assessments, and trend evaluations, identifying key growth opportunities that led to the successful expansion into new markets, resulting in a 30% increase in market share.- Designed the financial reporting, financial analysis and forecasting tool for Alpha Mead Group using PowerBI linked to MySQL database powered by advanced DAX queries. - Delivered the new investment project appraisal, financial forecast, technical proposals, feasibility studies, and presentation decks for the healthcare hospital management and diagnostic center Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) project for LUTHRAD (adjudged to be the best in West Africa).- Led the team to change the Health, Safety and Environment, HSE culture of the organization resulting in the achievement of 5.5 million man-hours Lost Time Incident (LTI) free within the organization through the implementation of safe work systems, comprehensive training, and incident monitoring initiatives.- Led and directed the adoption of Microsoft Dynamics 365 as the company's ERP system, driving business transformation, operational efficiency, and future ERP integration.- Implemented the Facility Management ISO 41001 standard within the organization, ensuring compliance, enhancing facility management practices, stakeholder engagement, and certification readiness.- Monitored and analyzed performance metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations to relevant departments and senior management, resulting in a 12% improvement in overall operational efficiency.

Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria

- Developed and executed marketing plans for the successful introduction of multiple new products into the market. - Planned and coordinated product launches, ensuring they aligned with company objectives and customer needs. - Introduced and managed the Value-Added Reseller Program (VAR) to expand the distribution network of the company's software products. This initiative significantly increased the reach and accessibility of our software solutions.- Onboarded over 50 firms as VARs, resulting in the deployment of procurement software at prominent institutions, including Ekiti State Government and Bureau of Public Procurement.- The VAR program's success contributed to a substantial 40% increase in software sales revenue. This achievement highlighted the program's effectiveness in driving business growth and profitability.- Monitored campaign results and analyzed user data to extract actionable insights, enhancing product offerings.- Utilized data-driven insights to optimize marketing campaigns, ensuring they remained efficient and aligned with target goals.

Lagos, Nigeria

- Designed and implemented the organization's Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO9001:2008 requirements, ensuring full compliance with international quality standards.- Authored comprehensive procedures and work instructions for key processes, promoting standardization and guaranteeing adherence to quality standards across the organization.- Implemented a standardized file formatting system for press usage, complete with robust checklists at various log-in points. This initiative ensured consistent quality, adherence to standards, and enhanced quality control throughout the organization.- Conducted regular audits to assess QMS compliance, proactively identifying opportunities for optimization and enhancement. These audits served as a cornerstone for maintaining and improving quality standards.- Continuously monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of the QMS, leading to the identification of areas for improvement. - Provided comprehensive training and guidance to employees on QMS requirements, procedures, and best practices, contributing to a well-informed and skilled workforce committed to maintaining high-quality standards.- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the organization. Promoted teamwork and shared responsibility for quality assurance.

Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria

- Orchestrated and led a comprehensive business strategy review process for Ogun State companies, resulting in the remarkable reversal of P&L loss positions within a mere three months. Strategic recommendations devised through this initiative were pivotal in achieving a noteworthy 90% reduction in the company's net loss during this short timeframe.- Conducted in-depth evaluations of the business models across various companies within the Holdco structure, effectively defining their competitive strategies and positioning them for enhanced market performance and sustainability.- Spearheaded the introduction of a culture centered around performance monitoring and tracking, ushering in a transformative period that saw underperforming companies experience a remarkable turnaround and a significant boost in profitability.- Developed and implemented cutting-edge performance measurement methodologies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and robust reporting systems. These innovations played a critical role in driving continuous performance improvement and fostering a culture of accountability throughout the organization.

Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

- Optimized processes and reduced cycle times for specific product lines, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing lead times.- Spearheaded value engineering initiatives for key product lines, resulting in improved product quality and cost reduction in production processes.- Developed comprehensive Quality Plans for major project roll-outs, overseeing and coordinating inspection and testing activities to ensure product quality during production.- Acted as the Management Representative (MR) for all QMS-related issues, ensuring the organization's compliance with quality standards and regulations.- Designed and implemented the organization's Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO9001:2008 standards. Authored procedures and Work Instructions for key processes.- Conducted regular assessments of Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and conducted in-depth customer feedback analysis for each business unit. Coordinated internal audits to ensure conformity to ISO9001:2008 and company policies.- Developed and monitored Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quality Objectives for each Strategic Business Unit (SBU). Presented regular reports on KPI performance during Monthly Business Review meetings (MBR).- Managed non-conformities identified during production processes. Implemented appropriate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address issues. Provided management with status reports on Non-Conformities, Process Reworks, and Rejections.

- Managed and executed large-scale corporate signage roll-outs for prominent clients, including FinBank, First Bank, UBA, and Royal Exchange Assurance, during re-branding exercises.- Developed and implemented daily/weekly production schedules, optimizing resource allocation based on material availability and project deadlines to ensure timely project delivery.- Supervised and supported shop floor staff, addressing their work-related concerns and motivating them to consistently meet or exceed daily production targets.- Revamped the company's Standard Productivity Norms, enhancing efficiency and productivity across major product lines, resulting in improved overall performance.- Spearheaded negotiations with external contractors to streamline the production process and align it with production schedules and capacity constraints.- Designed and implemented a standardized Measure of Performance (MOP) to evaluate contractor performance systematically. Conducted quarterly assessments to inform future contractor engagements, ensuring optimal resource utilization.- Established and oversaw a preventive maintenance schedule for major process equipment and tools, ensuring their operational reliability and minimizing downtime, thus contributing to sustained production efficiency.

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Certificate, Basic Drilling & Completion Fluids Technology

B.Engineering, Chemical Engineering

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