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
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