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Olakunle Oyerinde

Senior IT Manager
Barcelona

Summary

Seasoned Senior IT Business Partner with over a decade of hands-on experience leading IT strategy, digital transformation, and complex technology solutions in Africa. Proficient in leading diverse teams, streamlining processes, and improving enterprise systems to drive organizational growth. Skilled in ERP systems, data analytics, and project management with a track record of delivering tangible results.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Senior Manager, IT Business Partner

CHIVITA HOLLANDIA INTERNATIONAL
03.2024 - 06.2025

Company Overview: A Member of the Coca-Cola Family

  • Developed and executed strategic plans to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.
  • Implemented insight-driven business planning Dashboard & drafted Framework for in-house BI capability.
  • Reduced product losses by 50% within 3 months through Project LEAP (Barcode Scanning and ERP Material Planning).
  • Optimized ERP-to-Bank integration for seamless payment processing.
  • Completed Retail Shoppe Digitalization and B2B partnership with an E-Commerce platform for online purchase and delivery.
  • Implemented Paperless Approval Workflow through D365 to improve business processes and reduce paper usage.
  • Conducted a system audit to improve ERP efficiency and process optimization.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs.

Senior IT Business Partner, Customer Development West Africa

UNILEVER NIGERIA PLC
01.2017 - 02.2024
  • Achieved 78% cost savings by leading the implementation of a Distributive Management Solution for real-time sales in Senegal and Burkina Faso.
  • Automated key business reports using Power BI, improving operational efficiency by 30%.
  • Led integration of Leveredge with TradeDepot B2B app, boosting sales by 20% during COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Developed a DocuSign solution for Proof of Delivery, solving supply chain challenges.
  • Migrated the Demand-Based Replenishment Application to a lower-cost, more secure server in Dublin.

Earlier Roles at Unilever: IT Analyst, Customer

  • Development West Africa (2015 – 2016).
  • IT Analyst, Customer Development Nigeria (2014).
  • IT Analyst, ULTRA DMS Nigeria (2011 – 2013).
  • IT Support Officer, West Region (2009 – 2011).

Summarized Key Achievements:

  • Reduced system incidents by 30% via enhanced distributor support and L0 staff training.
  • Spearheaded deployment of Leveredge DMS across 100+ distributors, delivering 15% sales efficiency gains.
  • Nigeria IT Lead for SAP ERP transition across 9 African countries, recognized for excellence in process management.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Systems

University of Ibadan

Skills

IT Strategy & Business Partnering

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP), 7704661, 03/02/22

Timeline

Senior Manager, IT Business Partner

CHIVITA HOLLANDIA INTERNATIONAL
03.2024 - 06.2025

Senior IT Business Partner, Customer Development West Africa

UNILEVER NIGERIA PLC
01.2017 - 02.2024

Master of Science - Computer Systems

University of Ibadan

Languages

English
Spanish(Starting)
Olakunle OyerindeSenior IT Manager