Toluwanimi Tayo-Adelaja

About the Candidate

Toluwanimi Tayo-Adelaja

Procurement, Tender Administration and Contract Supervisor

Phone: +966 505754152,  E-mail address:  ttayoadelaja@gmail.com

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/toluwanimi-tayo-adelaja-3613b1140

Address: Al Danah Ash Shamaliyah, Eastern Province Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Professional Summary;

A result driven supply chain specialist with excellent implementation of agile methodologies and continuously drive productivity by refining supply chain policy / processes for a cost-effective goods and services acquisition that has led to notable year on year increases in company’s profitability. Thrived in collaborating with multidisciplinary team in achieving best procurement practices leveraging hands -on experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, contract management, supplier relationship management, and effective cost optimization to delivering high quality goods and projects within budget constraints while adhering to global industry incoterms standards.

Skills

•   Strategic sourcing and Procurement

•   Inventory management and Forecasting

•   Logistics and Distribution planning

•   Lean manufacturing and Six sigma

•   Operation and Technical proficiency

•   Global Trade compliance and Regulations

•   Project management and scheduling

•   Strategic and Analytical thinking

•   Contract Negotiation and decision making

•   Problem solving and Conflict resolution

•   Exemplary verbal and written communicator

•   Supply Chain Risk management

•   Relationship building and Stakeholder management

•   Big Data analysis

•   Proficient in Microsoft Office packages

•   Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems Proficiency (SAPs, Sage, Zoho ERP, VMS and IBM Maximo)

Accomplishments
•   Coordinated / delivered end-end procurement process and projects delivery of a Billion-Naira worth Capital projects

•   Strategic alliance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to allow competitiveness for Metering Device, Measuring Devices, Distribution / Power Transformer, Cables and Distribution Materials.

•   Optimized cost management controls to achieve 100% Budget compliance to achieve 0% Budget variance for Procurement expenses.

•   Ensured prompt delivery on projects and quality of supplies by achieving less than 1% failure rate of materials purchased through quality supplies

•   Just in time Inventory Management Strategy on non-technical materials purchases, working with vendors with items availability, procurement plan while saving cost.

•   Systematic storage and issuance of materials by managing the shelf life of materials by issuing through FIFO basis.

Work History
Feb. 2021-   Procurement, Tender Administration and Contract Supervisor
Present         Ikeja Electricity PLC, Lagos Nigeria
•       Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.

•       Implemented process improvements that reduced average purchasing cycle times by 30%.

•       Conducted pre-bid (techno-commercial) meetings / clarifying and finalizing specifications, time frames, etc.

•       Developed and maintained professional relationships with all suppliers, prepare reports and provide support to all managers to plan and execute all purchasing processes and provide an effective interface with all departments.

•       Evaluated and analyzed purchasing trend and price trend to identify forecasting demand and minimize purchasing costs.

•       Managed all supplier contracts and administer best pricing strategies for all purchase materials and recommend strategies to improve quality.

•       Prepared consolidated items of purchase for the Annual Material Plan.

•       Reviewed monthly stock statements using stock tracker and take required action.

•       Prepared documentation, analysis of the procurement process to the payment process and also followed up with the payment.

•       Performed vendor rating and follow up with vendor for delivery schedules.

•       Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.

•       Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.

•       Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Nov. 2018 –   Procurement and Logistics Officer
Jan. 2021      Vis-a Vis Engineering Services and solution, Lagos Nigeria
•   Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.

•   Provided procurement support, advice and guidance to vendors on our specified services, enabling effective tendering processes.

•   Delivered products and services objectives and strategy through engagement, consultation and persuasive negotiation with stakeholders.

•   Developed procurement plans based on service need and spend analysis, maximizing cost effective solutions and increasing purchase power.

•   Achieved set KPIs through compliance to procedures to ensure Quality, improve delivery and Cost savings

•   Negotiated contracts with third-party carriers, warehouses, and other suppliers.

•   Coordinated transportation of goods to ensure timely deliveries and implemented logistics strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency.

•   Managed inventory levels to reduce costs and improve product availability.

•   Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

•   Met delivery timelines by resolving transportation, logistics and customer issues.

•   Maintained updated records, minimizing product retrieval times and inventory errors.

•   Fulfilled customer needs with routine and expedited services.

•   Helped organization meet production requirements by coordinating materials flow.

•   Captured and assessed supply chain risks and opportunities using required tools and methodologies.

•   Negotiated and implemented cost-effective contracts for optimized supply chain processes.

Analyzed buying trends at each store location to identify appropriate mix of inventory items for top- tier sales.

Jun. 2015-  Team Lead, Business Development
Oct. 2018     PowerPro Company Limited (GIL Automation Subsidiary), Lagos Nigeria
•   Quarterly increased Company revenue by minimum of 40%, revived cold clients and registered new clients in Oil and Gas and Telecommunications sector.

•   Identified new opportunities for growth for Company which drives business focused Sales of our Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) products and services.

•   Delivered sustainable, profitable sales growth against yearly sales targets, effectively targeting our areas of business.

•   Liaised with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, OEMs to extract preferential and competitive pricing and determine optimum quote (price) to client with due consideration to shipping costs, interest (cost of capital), contributing margin (mark-up).

Key Account Manager (Oil & Gas)
GIL Automations Limited, Ikeja, Lagos State
•   Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

•   Improved company customer service rating by 70 % in major International Oil and Gas Company.

•   Worked closely with Technical Sales, General Manager to maintain optimum levels of communication for effective and efficient completion of Projects.

•   Ensured pre-qualification of organization with existing and potential customers, for better positioning to bid for projects.

Apr. 2014-   Business Sales Office (Oil & Gas)
Apr. 2015    RusselSmith Nigeria Limited, Ikeja, Lagos State
•   Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.

•   Delivered profitable sales growth and exceeded sales target effectively targeting prospective businesses

•   Established and maintained good relationship with both potential and existing customers.

•   Assisted in revenue generation to ensure sustained profit growth of Sales in company.

•   Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

•   Improved company customer service rating by 70 % in major International Oil and Gas Company

Education
Jun. 2008-  Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Ogun Nigeria
Aug. 2012    Bachelor of Science in Statistics (Second Class Division)
Jan. 1996-  Success High School, Oyo Nigeria
Aug. 2002    Senior Secondary School Certificate
Certifications
Jun. 2013    Associate Member – Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria (ISMN)

Aug. 2013   Cisco Certified Information Essential Technology

Jul. 2016      Associate Member – Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, United Kingdom

Feb. 2017    Diploma in Procurement and Supply – Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply,

United Kingdom

Jul. 2021      Advance Diploma in Procurement and Supply – Chartered Institute of Procurement and

Supply, United Kingdom

In-view         Professional in Procurement and Supply – Chartered Institute of Procurement and

Supply United Kingdom