Gregory Ihionvien
Kent
Summary
Detail-oriented Administrative Professional experienced in managing administrative procedures. Delivered projects on schedule through effective planning and organisation, while leveraging interpersonal skills and collaboration to tackle challenges. Committed to providing high-quality service and achieving consistent results.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Operations manager
Sodexo ( BNP PARIBAS )
London, City of Westminster
2023.08 - Current
- Applied lean principles to operations management, reduced waste significantly.
- Identified bottlenecks, implemented solutions, increased productivity.
- Directed safety protocols implementation, created safer workplace conditions.
- Applied health, safety, and environmental regulations to maintain compliance and promote workplace safety.
- Cultivated vendor relationships to guarantee timely service delivery and enhance operational efficiency.
- Oversaw supplier relationships to enhance collaboration and service delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for cost-effective procurement of resources.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication to support informed decision making.
- Acquired an understanding of commercial leases and dynamics between landlords and tenants.
Facilities supervisor
Sopra Steria
London, Camden
2017.02 - 2023.07
- Directed full-time staff compliance with policies and guidelines to uphold standards.
- Conducted risk assessments to reduce workplace accidents and injuries.
- Oversaw contractors to maintain operational continuity during renovations.
- Organised routine maintenance tasks, resulting in fewer unexpected repairs.
- Implemented energy-saving measures which led to decreased utility bills over time.
- Trained new employees, enabling them to perform at peak efficiency swiftly.
- Negotiated supplier contracts to enhance cost-effectiveness for the company.
- Produced management reports outlining important facility statistics.
- Completed detailed inspection audits on specified timeframe to promote satisfaction and safety.
Facilities assistant
GSSG HOLDINGS
London, City of Westminster
2011.09 - 2017.02
- Minimised downtime by promptly addressing minor repairs and breakdowns, contributing to uninterrupted facility operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to maintain facilities in optimal condition, ensuring a safe and functional environment.
- Escalated major issues beyond personal capability level to concerned authority promptly thus preventing further damage or inconvenience.
- Acted as the first point of contact for internal and external communications, fostering professional relationships.
- Supported administrative team members with daily tasks in order to maintain smooth workflow.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Management
Kent College of Business And Computing
Kent 2010.09 - 2012.07
Skills
- Health and safety compliance
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Cost reduction and efficiency
- Building Inspections
- Vendor management
- Renovation planning
- Fire Marshal Trained
- First Aid Trained
Certification
Nebosh Certification
IOSH Certified
First Aid Certified
Fire Warden
SIA
Timeline
Operations manager
Sodexo ( BNP PARIBAS )
2023.08 - Current
Facilities supervisor
Sopra Steria
2017.02 - 2023.07
Facilities assistant
GSSG HOLDINGS
2011.09 - 2017.02
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Management
Kent College of Business And Computing
2010.09 - 2012.07