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NAOMI ONOSHORERE ALIU

Lagos,Nigeria

Summary

Seasoned procurement professional and Level 4 CIPS member with expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supply chain optimization. Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and enhancing operational efficiency in dynamic environments. Committed to continuous improvement and staying current with industry best practices in procurement and supply chain management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of Group Procurement

Eko Electrictiy Distribution Plc
02.2025 - Current

Managed internal procurement spend surpassing ₦4bn, ensuring governance compliance.
Executed ₦4.3bn MAF Tranche B under CBN Order, deploying more than 25,000 smart meters.
Implemented strategic procurement initiatives to realise cost efficiencies and boost revenue collection.

Procurement Manager

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2021 - 02.2025
  • Spearheaded procurement strategies through cross-functional collaboration with key departments, successfully sourcing essential products while maintaining a strict budget discipline, resulting in expenditure below the allocated NGN10bn threshold.
  • Ensured EKEDC's procurement compliance with external stakeholders such as World bank and CBN securing over NGN20bn funding for key CAPEX projects Work with the CFO to ensure capital for company operations and projects.
  • Streamlined EKEDC's procurement processes, reducing the turnaround time for fast-moving materials by 20% through data analysis.

Procurement Assistant Manager

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Overhauled EKEDC's procurement policy, boosting quality and value of sourced goods and services through enhanced processes and improved supplier management resulting in a reduction of below average inspection reports by 32%.
  • Mentored 8 new interns, providing on-the-job training and goal-setting guidance, empowering them to bridge skill gaps and excel.
  • Spearheaded process optimization for EKEDC's point load services, slashing turnaround time by 27% (from 30 to 22 days) and introducing a debt recovery scheme that boosted collection efficiency rates to 80%, significantly enhancing customer experience and revenue recovery.

Contracts Team Member

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Procured metering equipment worth over N15bn, strategically deploying smart meters and panels to drive 39% efficiency gains and 42% increase in collection, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Worked as the lead procurement representative for the Meter Asset Provider Scheme (NERC) for the successful deployment of 40,000 smart meters.

NYSC Trainee

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Curated and expanded EKEDC's business partner database, successfully onboarding 22 new companies and unlocking fresh opportunities for growth and collaboration, enhancing EKEDC's competitive edge and market reach.
  • Executed the review and drafting of over 50 purchase and work orders, proactively crafting project execution and material supply agreements with favorable delivery and completion timelines, ensuring seamless project execution, timely results, and delivery of high-quality goods and services.

Intern

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Generated quarterly market reports, analyzing trends and optimizing fast-moving materials and metering equipment for EKEDC. These reports fueled data-driven decision-making, driving business growth with precision, and informing budget allocation.
  • Streamlined and maintained accurate stock balances across EKEDC's inventory stores, delivering timely and actionable weekly inventory reports to the procurement department and management. This proactive approach ensured seamless availability of critical materials, mitigating stockout risks and supporting uninterrupted business operations.

Education

BA - Business Economics and Supply Chain Management

THE UNIVERSITY OF HULL
01.2012 - 01.2015

Advanced Certificate - Procurement Compliance (IFPSM Certification)

THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF PURCHASING AND SUPPLY MANAGEMENT
01.2019 - 01.2019

Strategies for managing contractors and vendors on projects

THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY FOR ENGINEERS (LAGOS BRANCH)
01.2021 - 01.2021

Effective Procurement Management

HARLEY REED INTERNATIONAL
01.2023 - 01.2023

Skills

Procurement Compliance SAP Category Management Negotiation Vendor Performance Management MS Office

Timeline

Head of Group Procurement

Eko Electrictiy Distribution Plc
02.2025 - Current

Effective Procurement Management

HARLEY REED INTERNATIONAL
01.2023 - 01.2023

Procurement Manager

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2021 - 02.2025

Strategies for managing contractors and vendors on projects

THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY FOR ENGINEERS (LAGOS BRANCH)
01.2021 - 01.2021

Procurement Assistant Manager

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2019 - 01.2021

Advanced Certificate - Procurement Compliance (IFPSM Certification)

THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF PURCHASING AND SUPPLY MANAGEMENT
01.2019 - 01.2019

Contracts Team Member

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2017 - 01.2019

NYSC Trainee

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2016 - 01.2017

Intern

EKO ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION PLC
01.2015 - 01.2016

BA - Business Economics and Supply Chain Management

THE UNIVERSITY OF HULL
01.2012 - 01.2015
NAOMI ONOSHORERE ALIU