Elsie Somtobechukwu Obi

SOMTOBECHUKWU OBI Virtual Assistant | Procurement & Admin Support | Data Entry Specialist Chevron Drive, Lagos, Nigeria | Phone: - | Email:-PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Proactive and highly organized Virtual Assistant and Procurement Specialist with 4+ years of experience supporting businesses in procurement operations, administrative tasks, and backend support. Demonstrated success in supplier coordination, inventory tracking, data management, and process optimization. Adept at using tools like Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, CRM platforms, and task management tools to deliver high-quality, time-sensitive results. Proven ability to work independently and communicate effectively in remote settings. CORE COMPETENCIES • Procurement & Inventory Management • Virtual Assistance & Admin Support • Data Entry & Data Cleaning • Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Dashboards) • CRM Tools (Zoho, HubSpot, Salesforce – beginner to intermediate) • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar) • Email & Calendar Management • Task Management Tools (Trello, Asana, ClickUp) • Communication & Reporting • Research & Documentation • Financial Tracking & Budgeting • Supplier Sourcing & Follow-Up PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Procurement Lead & Finance Controller Cubana Trading and Investments Co. Ltd. Lagos, Nigeria | Jan 2022 – Present - Managed end-to-end procurement processes for production materials, ensuring timely availability of goods and minimizing delays. - Developed and maintained Excel-based inventory and procurement tracking systems with automated formulas for cost analysis and forecasting. - Negotiated pricing and contract terms with local and international suppliers, resulting in an average 15% cost reduction over one fiscal year. - Coordinated financial planning for production and distribution, ensuring alignment with quarterly budget goals. - Produced detailed weekly reports for management on procurement metrics, budget tracking, and supplier performance. - Provided administrative support for vendor onboarding, invoice tracking, and inter-departmental coordination. Virtual Assistant & Data Entry Specialist Freelance (Remote Projects) Remote | 2023 – Present - Delivered virtual assistance to small business owners and startups, handling daily administrative tasks including inbox management, calendar coordination, and file organization. - Performed extensive online research and presented findings in well-structured formats using Google Docs and Excel. - Handled data entry projects involving product catalogs, client databases, CRM updates, and lead generation spreadsheets. - Created task-tracking templates and dashboards for clients using Google Sheets and Trello. - Communicated with clients across different time zones, ensuring timely updates and high responsiveness. Administrative & Procurement Intern Vikos Ventures / Alphobic Lagos, Nigeria | 2019 – 2021 - Assisted with vendor sourcing, procurement documentation, and basic financial reconciliations. - Created and managed internal procurement request logs using Excel with basic automation. - Supported office staff with file digitization, internal documentation, and vendor communication. - Gained hands-on experience in managing local vendor relationships and inventory follow-ups. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – Computer Science and Information Technology Caritas University, Nigeria TOOLS & SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY • Microsoft Excel – Advanced (Formulas, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, Dashboards) • Google Workspace – Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar • CRM Tools – Zoho CRM, HubSpot, Salesforce • Project Management Tools – Trello, Asana, ClickUp • Communication Tools – Slack, Zoom, WhatsApp Web, Email Clients CERTIFICATIONS • Google Workspace Productivity Certification • Excel for Business – Macros and Advanced Formulas • Virtual Assistant Essentials