Paul Adeola
Eti-Osa,Lagos
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in project management, business analysis, and strategic planning. Demonstrated leadership in driving business transformation and service delivery through effective resource management and contracts negotiation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams within a Project Management Office (PMO) environment, utilising Agile frameworks to enhance project outcomes. Adept at fostering effective networking and communication skills to achieve organisational goals. Committed to leveraging skills in business transformation and strategic planning for continued business growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6052
6052
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
MD/CEO
Adeco Consult Nig. Ltd.
Lekki, Lagos
01.2024 - Current
- Drove digital transformation efforts, established strong online presence for the firm.
- Strategised long-term goals and objectives with steady focus on mission accomplishment.
- Executed mergers and acquisitions for business expansion.
- Developed corporate policies, improved ethical standards across the organisation.
- Increased brand recognition with innovative marketing campaigns.
- Oversaw financial operations to maintain fiscal health of the company.
Trade Finance Executive
Euro Exim Bank
Finland
03.2025 - Current
- Successfully managed and executed complex trade finance transactions, including Letters of Credit and bank guarantees, ensuring timely and accurate processing - Increased sales by 10%.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with banks and financial institutions, negotiating favorable terms and securing necessary credit facilities - Managed over 40 calls per day.
- Implemented robust risk management strategies, mitigating potential financial risks and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations.
- Provided expert guidance and support to clients on trade finance solutions, contributing to increased sales and business growth.
IT project manager
Cargotec
Helsinki
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Increased operational efficiency (Reduced budget variance from 15% to 5%).
- Successfully managed multiple projects with tight budget/deadlines while consistently meeting customer requirements.
- Streamlined standard processes through application management and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to achieve project goals.
- Managed end-user support and training for various IT applications, maximizing user adoption.
- Conducted ROI analyses to measure the success of projects and programs, demonstrating the value delivered.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives, ensuring alignment.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, secured cost-effective services.
- Delivered efficient project management by overseeing all phases of the software development lifecycle.
- Coordinated system testing activities, ensured all functionalities performed as expected before launch.
Project Controls Manager
Charles River Laboratories
Kuopio
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Increased operational efficiency by 12% by implementing new methods, overseeing revenue recognition.
- Reduced budget variance from over 10% to under 5%, saving the company significant resources.
- Developed a comprehensive risk management strategy for the reduction of potential project setbacks.
- Coordinated procurement activities ensuring cost-effective sourcing of materials without compromising quality.
- Facilitated decision-making processes through provision of accurate, timely information on project status.
- Implemented effective cost control measures for better financial management of projects.
- Streamlined processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency within the organisation.
Education
Master of Science - Economics and Business
University of Eastern Finland
Some College (No Degree) - Entrepreneurship
Sedu
FinlandBachelor of Business Administration - International Business
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
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Skills
- Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Business Analysis
- Scrum (Software Development)
- Project Management Office (PMO)
- Strategic Planning
- Business Transformation
- Service Delivery
- Resource Management
- Effective networking
- Contracts negotiation
Certification
- ITIL4 Specialist - Create, Deliver & Support, People Cert, 09/01/23
- ITIL4 Specialist - Drive Stakeholder Value, People Cert, 09/01/23
- ITIL4 Strategist - Direct, Plan & Improve, People Cert, 07/01/23
- Agile Scrum Practitioner, Go Skill, 03/01/23
- Prince2 Practitioner Certificate in Project Management, People Cert, 09/01/22
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 05/01/21
Affiliations
- Senior Professional Member of Institutes of Information Management, Africa, Lagos
- Associate member of PMO Global Institute
- Member of Project Management Institute
Languages
English
Yoruba
Finnish
Hobbies
- Football
- Running
- Reading
- Music
- Hiking
Personal Information
Timeline
Trade Finance Executive
Euro Exim Bank
03.2025 - Current
MD/CEO
Adeco Consult Nig. Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
IT project manager
Cargotec
04.2022 - 07.2024
Project Controls Manager
Charles River Laboratories
08.2014 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Economics and Business
University of Eastern Finland
Some College (No Degree) - Entrepreneurship
Sedu
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Business
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
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