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IKECHUKWU CHIGOZIE NWIGWE

Abuja,Nigeria

Summary

Results-driven business development and procurement professional with 15+ years of progressive experience managing complex, multi-million naira projects and stakeholder relationships across Nigeria. Proven expertise in reducing procurement costs by 25%, managing vendor negotiations worth ₦500M+ annually, and leading cross-functional teams of 8-12 members. Specialized in equipment deployment, sustainable business model development, and delivering measurable results in resource-constrained environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

FOUNDER

Kristhan Integrated Limited
09.2019 - 08.2025
  • Founded integrated solutions company, achieving ₦50M+ annual revenue within 3 years of operation
  • Developed and implemented 5+ sustainable business models, resulting in 40% market penetration increase
  • Led cross-functional teams of 12+ members across multiple concurrent projects worth ₦200M+ combined value
  • Conducted comprehensive market analysis using advanced Excel models, identifying opportunities that generated 30% ROI improvement

PROCUREMENT MANAGER(Concurrent with founding Krist

Bodyline Fitness & Sport Equipment Ltd
09.2010 - 08.2025
  • Global Supply Chain Optimization: Managed ₦500M+ annual procurement budget across 15+ international manufacturers, reducing overall costs by 25% through strategic vendor negotiations and logistics optimization
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management: Established partnerships with 40+ global vendors across 12 countries, conducting negotiations in multiple currencies (USD, EUR, CNY, GBP) and achieving 95% contract renewal rate
  • Advanced Financial Analysis: Developed comprehensive Excel-based forecasting models incorporating 50+ variables, producing monthly/quarterly reports that improved procurement accuracy by 35% and reduced inventory holding costs by 20%
  • Project Implementation Excellence: Successfully deployed 200+ equipment installations across Nigeria, maintaining 98% on-time delivery rate and achieving 95% customer satisfaction scores through systematic site assessment and post-deployment support protocols
  • Innovative Problem-Solving: Resolved 15+ critical supply chain disruptions during COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining business continuity through alternative sourcing strategies and securing emergency freight arrangements

SALES EXECUTIVE

Bodyline Fitness & Sport Equipment Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2010
  • Managed sales portfolio worth ₦150M annually, consistently exceeding targets by 15-20%
  • Generated detailed performance reports covering 500+ customer accounts using advanced Excel analytics
  • Optimized inventory management system, reducing stock-outs by 30% and improving cash flow by ₦25M

INDUSTRIAL TRAINEE

Baker Hughes Inteq D&E
Port Harcourt
01.2004 - 12.2004
  • Maintained 95% uptime rate for specialized MWD probe tools in challenging offshore field conditions
  • Managed inventory system covering 200+ technical components with zero stock discrepancies
  • Implemented digital record-keeping system that improved equipment tracking efficiency by 40%

Education

Bachelor of Technology (Honours) - Geology

Federal University of Technology
01.2000 - 01.2005

Skills

  • Advanced Excel
  • Financial Modeling
  • Pivot tables
  • Complex formulas
  • ROI calculations
  • Project Management Tools
  • Microsoft Project
  • Resource allocation
  • Timeline optimization
  • Risk assessment matrices
  • Data Analysis
  • Reporting
  • Statistical analysis
  • Trend forecasting
  • Performance metrics visualization
  • Comparative analysis tools
  • International Trade
  • Letter of credit management
  • Customs documentation
  • Freight forwarding
  • Currency hedging strategies

Certification

  • International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (Associate Member), 01/01/18, Advanced risk management protocols for complex project environments
  • NEBOSH International General Certificate, 01/01/15, International health, safety, and environmental management standards
  • General Health, Safety & Environment Certificate, 01/01/12, Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals, Abuja

Accomplishments

  • Successfully managed 50+ concurrent equipment deployment projects worth ₦2B+ combined value
  • Achieved 98% on-time project completion rate across diverse Nigerian communities
  • Led multidisciplinary teams averaging 10-15 stakeholders per project
  • Developed 20+ Excel-based techno-economic models for equipment ROI analysis
  • Conducted feasibility studies resulting in ₦100M+ optimized investment decisions
  • Applied geological analysis skills to site assessment and environmental impact evaluation
  • Built strategic partnerships across 6+ Nigerian states with 200+ local and international stakeholders
  • Achieved 95% stakeholder satisfaction rate through diplomatic communication and cultural sensitivity
  • Successfully negotiated agreements worth ₦800M+ across diverse cultural and business contexts

Referees

References and detailed project portfolios available upon request

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)

Timeline

FOUNDER

Kristhan Integrated Limited
09.2019 - 08.2025

PROCUREMENT MANAGER(Concurrent with founding Krist

Bodyline Fitness & Sport Equipment Ltd
09.2010 - 08.2025

SALES EXECUTIVE

Bodyline Fitness & Sport Equipment Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2010

INDUSTRIAL TRAINEE

Baker Hughes Inteq D&E
01.2004 - 12.2004

Bachelor of Technology (Honours) - Geology

Federal University of Technology
01.2000 - 01.2005
IKECHUKWU CHIGOZIE NWIGWE