CHARLES OKECHUKWU

• Reviewed and updated processes and procedures for purchasing, storing and distributing consumables, stationery, utilities and physical assets
• Coordinated the setup of new and effective systems and processes for administrative operations
• Effectively drove operational improvements and maximized the value of the asset base while ensuring control on operational cost
• Supervised all facility staff (technicians, security personnel, cleaners) and external contractors
• Prepared periodical review and implemented departmental budget
• Arranged travel and accommodation for top executives
• Engaged profitable suppliers and initiated business and Organizational Partnerships
• Negotiated with external vendors to secure advantageous terms
• Finalized purchase details of orders and deliveries
• Processed payment for concluded contracts
• Retained receipts for all transactions for future reference
• Reconciled transactions and correct any discrepancies
• Prepared Departmental annual budget and liased with finance team on cost saving measures
• Evaluated performance and made suggestions to cut cost
• Supervised all facility staff (technicians, security personnel, cleaners) and external contractors
• Team Lead, Accounts Payable/ Administrative Department
• Prepared Departmental annual budget and liased with finance team on cost saving measures
• Prepared a schedule of payments for weekly processing
• Retained receipts for all transactions for future reference
• Reconciled transactions and correct any discrepancies
• Reviewed all costs, challenge apparent overspend and suggest areas for cost reduction
• Evaluated performance and made suggestions to cut cost

• Coordinated travel arrangements (hotels, flights bookings)
• Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence;
• Liaised with Embassy officers ensuring proper flow of documents;
• Provided senior management with office assistance support in terms of arranging external meetings, booking transport, restaurants, etc.

· Prepared Departmental annual budget and liased with finance team on cost saving measures

· Prepared a schedule of payments for weekly processing

· Retained receipts for all transactions for future reference

· Reconciled transactions and correct any discrepancies

· Reviewed all costs, challenge apparent overspend and suggest areas for cost reduction

· Evaluated performance and made suggestions to cut cost

· Coordinated vehicle maintenance and fleet operations in the organization

· Ensured the company fleet of vehicles meets the Federal, State and company requirements

· Registration and licensing of over 2000 vehicles across the federation

· Evaluated repairs of all company vehicles to ensure optimum performance

· Maintained detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspection

· Scheduled regular vehicle maintenance to ensure operational efficiency

· Monitored fuel costs whilst identifying cost saving measures

· Prepared Fleet maintenance reports and spend analysis for management

· Organised routine trainings for all drivers across the organization

· Montoring driver behavior and ensuring high level of professionalism

· MOT-tested vehicles, outlining work required to address failures.

· Conducted test drives before and after repair services.