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OLAKUNLE OYERINDE

OLAKUNLE OYERINDE

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. Transitioning to Spain and eager to bring expertise to a multinational environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager, IT Business Partner

CHIVITA HOLLANDIA INTERNATIONAL (A Member of the Coca-Cola Family)
03.2024 - 06.2025
  • Delivered all 4 planned Power BI dashboards and scoped an additional 3 for expanded business insights.
  • 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.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.

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.
  • Supported SAP ERP transition across 9 African countries, recognized for excellence in process management.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Systems

University of Ibadan
Nigeria
09-2010

Skills

  • IT Strategy & Business Partnering
  • Digital Transformation & Process Automation
  • Certified project management professional
  • Experience with SAP and Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • Proficient in Power BI and Power Apps
  • Retail Systems & Distributive Management Solutions
  • IT operations management
  • IT Service management
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Vendor Management
  • Change management expertise
  • IT governance expertise
  • Cross-cultural collaboration skills

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) | ID: 7704661 | 2022

LANGUAGES

English: Fluent
Spanish: Basic (Starting)

TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

SAP ERP | Microsoft Dynamics 365 | Power BI | Power Apps | Power Automate | Azure DevOps | Microsoft Project | Trello | SharePoint | Distributive Management System | Replenishment Management System | Microsoft 365

Note: Fully relocating to Barcelona, Spain on 23rd July, 2025. Available for interviews immediately.

Timeline

Senior Manager, IT Business Partner

CHIVITA HOLLANDIA INTERNATIONAL (A Member of the Coca-Cola Family)
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
OLAKUNLE OYERINDE