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Lateef Olanrewaju

Tyne and Wear

Summary

Seasoned procurement professional with proficiency in supply chain practices, with a decade of experience in procurement and supply chain management, construction management, project management, implementation, administration, and training.

Excellent reputation for resolving problems, giving tangible-working advice to clients, consulting, and driving overall operational improvements.

Results-oriented and decisive; widely recognized by peers, subordinates, and senior leadership for tenacity and ability to handle diverse and dynamic work environments.

A dedicated and progressive individual with an exceptional work ethic and client service aptitude. Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing vendors, and negotiating contracts.

Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Material Planning and Procurement Specialist

ORIGIN TECH GROUP
Lagos, Nigeria
03.2023 - Current
  • Identify stock quantity and quality, delivery times, and other contract conditions to be met.
  • Research and procure specialized equipment and materials for company use.
  • Monitor delivery progress and contact clients and suppliers to minimize delivery delays.
  • Negotiate contract terms and award supplier contracts to achieve optimum business profits.
  • Assist with staff development by implementing effective, hands-on training programmes for new employees, maximizing performance and engagement from day one.
  • Visit trade shows, showrooms, and product design events to increase product offerings.
  • Keep up-to-date knowledge and comply with purchasing and contracting regulations.
  • Communicate closely with stakeholders, including vendors and merchants, helping to secure well-timed deliveries.
  • Analyze supply chain strategies and implement sustainable procurement processes to keep continuous stock of products.
  • Assess and resolve logistic challenges to meet delivery deadlines.
  • Establish delivery schedules to keep stores fully stocked.
  • Gather and analyze stock and merchandise requirements data to develop buying specifications and criteria.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and vendors to obtain favourable contract terms.
  • Manage tender process, interview, and compare bids to maximize contract terms.
  • Source new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location.
  • Analyze supply chain strategies and implement sustainable procurement processes to keep continuous stock of products.
  • Analyze buying trends at each store location to identify an appropriate mix of inventory items for top-tier sales.

Procurement Manager

CONSTRUCTION KAISER LIMITED
LAGOS
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Designed and managed procurement plan to support operational needs, based on requirements stated in the project execution plans and budgets.
  • Interpret contract provisions in processing procurement transactions.
  • Ensure that all suppliers used by the organization are prequalified, selected, and evaluated and that records of this assessment are maintained.
  • Ensure the needs of requesters are proactively identified and met, take appropriate actions by managing requests, and orders, supporting tendering/bid management processes, contract negotiation, price management, service delivery, vendor management, and communication efforts with suppliers.
  • Provide strategic direction for the company's Procurement and Logistics team.
  • Develop and execute contracts and SLAs with key service providers.
  • Delivered category management process, achieving defined growth targets.
  • Negotiated contracts and terms successfully, delivering cost and operational efficiency for the group.
  • Develop entity plans and budget that reflects best practices in the area of purchasing, inventory management, and product delivery.
  • Ensure that purchase orders and contracts/service orders are used for services where possible, for better tracking and accruals of cost maintained.
  • Effectively manage PO and non-PO vendor databases.
  • Preparation and presentation of spend analysis to aid management decision-making.
  • ISO 9001:2015 Process owner
  • Delivered strategies through engagement, consultation, and negotiation with stakeholders.
  • Prepared project briefs and business cases to seek management approval for procurement activities.
  • Worked with department heads to determine requirements for procurement activities.
  • Monitored supply chain activities to validate the quality of goods procured.
  • Evaluated procurement processes and used results to improve workflows and procedures.
  • Communicated outcomes of tendering processes to tenderers using official channels.
  • Built productive relationships with stakeholders, communicated updates, and sought mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Analyzed and developed procurement plans with cost-effective solutions and increased purchase power.
  • Delivered tactical cost savings by negotiating advantageous terms and conditions for new contracts.
  • Controlled cost of goods and managed terms and business planning with supplier base for improved profitability.

Procurement Team Lead

BOUYGUES CONSTRUCTION
Lagos
11.2015 - 12.2020
  • Delivered RFQs to registered vendors within the scope of materials/goods/services required.
  • Led, and trained staff on the use of PABLO/HAPlus likewise kept team members informed and updated.
  • Supervised and gave responsibility to the procurement team.
  • Prepared tender analysis for Line Manager's approval based on unit, price, quality, delivery time, location, and value.
  • Created purchase/service/assets orders and delivered them promptly to vendors after validation.
  • Served as discrepancy officer between project sites and vendors for issues resolving or after delivery is made to project sites.
  • Communicated on continuous improvement approach and advised project management departments on procurement aspects of the project.
  • Ensured and seek innovative ideas for continuous improvement of procurement to achieve quality and economic value.
  • Generated reports using POD and presented same to Line manager to aid decision making.
  • Monitored staff performance levels, implementing necessary changes to improve productivity and meet targets.
  • Mentored and coached junior staff to produce high-performing, quality team members.
  • Maintained staff compliance levels with French regulations through education and guidance.
  • Upheld health and safety standards, maintaining complete compliance with department procedures.
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training, and coaching.
  • Drove team to consistently exceed critical Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets by up to 97%.
  • Reduced personnel injuries by encouraging safe behaviour in the workplace.
  • Trained and empowered staff to resolve complaints appropriately to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate employee records and updates on performance, absence, and HR conversations.
  • Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
  • Promoted company values and vision, ensuring full team adherence and investment.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Federal Polytechnic Offa
Offa, Kwara State
11.2014 - 10.2015
  • Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
  • Distributed learning materials, textbooks, and stationery, enabling full student cooperation in activities.
  • Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff, and parents, working collaboratively to achieve exam success.
  • Performed administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments, and maintaining student records.
  • Maintained clean workplace standards to comply with school guidelines and procedures.
  • Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades.

Site Engineer

MEGAMOUND INVESTMENT NIG. LTD
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Managed parts of construction projects
  • Oversaw building work
  • Prepared surveys
  • Supervised contracted staff
  • Liaised with clients, subcontractors, and other professional staffin the prompt delivery of building projects
  • Ensured health and safety, sustainability policies, and legislationare adhered to.

Site Engineer (Intern)

MAO & ASSOCIATES NIG. LTD, IBADAN
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Learn and assisted the senior site engineer with on-site projectbest practices Managed parts of construction projects
  • Prepared surveys
  • Supervised contracted staff
  • Liaised with clients, subcontractors, and other professional stafffor the prompt delivery of building projects
  • Ensured health and safety, sustainability policies, and legislationare adhered to.

Education

Master of Science - International Transport, Trade and Logistics

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool
08.2022 -

Diploma of Higher Education - Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT)
Nigeria
08.2020 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Building

OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY (OAU
Nigeria
11.2009 - 09.2014

Diploma - Building Technology

FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC EDE
Nigeria
11.2007 - 08.2009

Skills

  • Project Implementation
  • Consultancy
  • Training Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Idea and Strategy Creation
  • Project Management
  • Multitasking
  • Contracting
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Extensive experience with administrative tasks and standard corporate operations
  • Highly organized, multitasking, developed critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Excellent computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and other Administrative/business software such as PABLO, HAplus, SAP, SAGE, and Odoo
  • Trend assessment
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Teambuilding
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Goods procurement
  • Competitor analysis

Affiliations

  • Chartered Member, Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, UK - May 2023
  • Ethical Procurement and Supply 2023, CIPS UK - April 2023
  • Professional Diploma, Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, UK - March 2023
  • Certified International Logistics Specialist - January 2023
  • Corporate Member, African Centre for Supply Chain - August 2020
  • Certified Supply Chain Analyst - 2022
  • Graduate Member, Nigerian Institute of Building - 2018

Interests

AWARDS , Best graduating student, B.Sc Building Best graduating student, OND Building Technology

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
French
Elementary

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Timeline

Material Planning and Procurement Specialist

ORIGIN TECH GROUP
03.2023 - Current

Master of Science - International Transport, Trade and Logistics

Liverpool John Moores University
08.2022 -

Procurement Manager

CONSTRUCTION KAISER LIMITED
01.2021 - 02.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT)
08.2020 - 09.2022

Procurement Team Lead

BOUYGUES CONSTRUCTION
11.2015 - 12.2020

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Federal Polytechnic Offa
11.2014 - 10.2015

Site Engineer

MEGAMOUND INVESTMENT NIG. LTD
01.2014 - 12.2014

Site Engineer (Intern)

MAO & ASSOCIATES NIG. LTD, IBADAN
01.2013 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Building

OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY (OAU
11.2009 - 09.2014

Diploma - Building Technology

FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC EDE
11.2007 - 08.2009

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