AYANDOKUN OLUDAYO
Lagos
Summary
Results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, Project Management, oil & Gas, and energy sectors. Proven expertise in commercial strategy, business growth, and operational excellence. Adept at driving profitability, leading high-performance teams, and executing market expansion strategies.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Commercial and Business Performance
Nutron Logistics Limited
05.2020 - Current
- Transformed the company from loss-making to profitability, achieving its first-ever N50M profit in 2023, with a projected 50% growth in subsequent years.
- Developed and executed a 5-year strategic plan focusing on operations, marketing, and diversification.
- Acquired key assets and partnerships to drive business expansion and enhance operational efficiency.
Head of Commercial (B2B)
OVH Energy Limited
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Delivered N3B+ margin in 10 months and increased EBITA by 17% despite COVID-19 challenges
- Optimized commercial contracts, boosting contribution margins by 25%
- Reduced trade receivables by 45%, improving cash flow and liquidity
Lubes Manager
Oando Marketing / OVH Energy
04.2012 - 05.2020
- Grew unit margin by 200% and increased product contribution from 10% to 30%.
- Led the reconstruction of a 16M-liter lube plant, driving operational efficiency and cost reductions
- Expanded lubricant exports by 60% in Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso.
Retail Branch Manager
Oando Marketing Limited
02.2012 - 04.2012
- Added three new tier-one stations, increasing PMS sales by three million liters per month.
- Exceeded fuel, lubricant, and LPG sales targets while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally while maintaining excellent customer relations.
Lube Sales Engineer
Oando Marketing Limited
02.2009 - 02.2012
- Grew northern region lubricant sales by 45% through distributor and B2B strategies
- Developed market expansion initiatives that enhanced customer retention
Business Development Manager
Romi Oil & Gas Limited
03.2006 - 02.2009
- Spearheaded lubricant product development, quality control, and government approvals
- Led customer acquisition strategies that increased sales volume by 45%
Strategy & Business Development Manager
Techno Oil & Gas Limited
12.2003 - 03.2006
- Improved business efficiency with the introduction of the SBU model, which resulted in a 40% reduction in operating costs.
- Led the Lubes product development effort that created small pack-size SKUs, which drove sales growth by 200%.
- Led the project effort for the construction of a modern 10 mt per lube blending and filling plant.
Installation Engineer
Sudit Oil / Slabmark Nigeria Ltd
09.1999 - 12.2003
- Key member in the installation & commissioning of a 100TPD solvent plant & 50TPD refinery
- Conducted cost monitoring and efficiency analysis for improved plant performance
Education
M.Sc. - Applied Leadership & Management
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Arizona, U.S.A08-2020
Senior Management Program - Management
Lagos Business School
Lagos10-2015
MBA -
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife12-2006
BSc - Chemical Engineering
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife02-1998
AAT - Accounting And Finance
ICAN
Lagos Nigeria03-1996
Skills
- Business Growth and Revenue Optimization
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Sales and Marketing Leadership
- Commercial and Contract Management
- Operations and Supply Chain Optimization
- Energy Retailing and Logistics
- Stakeholder Engagement and Negotiation
- Financial performance and P&L management
Affiliations
- Member, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
- Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)
- Member, Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE)
- Professional Member, ATS - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Member, Chartered Institute of Treasury Management (CITM)
References
Available upon request.
Personal Information
Hobbies: Watching documentaries on Science & Technology innovations, Reading global business & financial news, Playing Lawn Tennis, Chess, and Football
Accomplishments
- 2010 GCEO Discretional Merit Reward for Outstanding Staffs in Different Entities.
Timeline
Head Commercial and Business Performance
Nutron Logistics Limited
05.2020 - Current
Head of Commercial (B2B)
OVH Energy Limited
08.2019 - 05.2020
Lubes Manager
Oando Marketing / OVH Energy
04.2012 - 05.2020
Retail Branch Manager
Oando Marketing Limited
02.2012 - 04.2012
Lube Sales Engineer
Oando Marketing Limited
02.2009 - 02.2012
Business Development Manager
Romi Oil & Gas Limited
03.2006 - 02.2009
Strategy & Business Development Manager
Techno Oil & Gas Limited
12.2003 - 03.2006
Installation Engineer
Sudit Oil / Slabmark Nigeria Ltd
09.1999 - 12.2003
M.Sc. - Applied Leadership & Management
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Senior Management Program - Management
Lagos Business School
MBA -
Obafemi Awolowo University
BSc - Chemical Engineering
Obafemi Awolowo University
AAT - Accounting And Finance
ICAN
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