Olamide Akinbote

 [Email] Akinbote olamide Objective Detail-oriented Product manager with a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and driving product innovation. Seeking opportunities in a dynamic organization to apply strategic thinking and problem-solving skills." Skills & Abilities Management Skills: Customer Retention Strategies, Relationship Building, Customer Satisfaction Enhancement , Sales, marketing, finance, Data-Driven Decision Making, Customer-Centric Focus, Cross-Functional Communication, Budget Management, Problem Solving, Continuous Learning. Technical Skills: Communication, strategy, creativity, Market Analysis, Product Road mapping, Data-Driven Decision Making, Agile Methodologies, User Experience (UX) Knowledge, Microsoft office, Microsoft Excel. Experience BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER SPOT EAT| (Feb 2025- Present) • Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities across target markets. • Develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve sales targets. • Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients or partners. • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform sales and growth strategies. • Lead negotiations and close high-value deals with clients or business partners. • Collaborate with the marketing, product, and sales teams to align business development efforts. SALES EXECUTIVE RTO (Rent to own)| ( March 2022- July 2024) • Execute assigned tasks or projects within agreed timelines and specifications. • Communicate effectively with clients or project managers to understand expectations and requirements. • Apply creativity, technical expertise, and professionalism to every project. • Maintain regular communication and provide progress updates. • Submit invoices and manage freelance contracts or agreements as needed. • Answering inbound and outbound calls, evaluating problems and complaints of the callers, providing proper solutions, selling and giving information of the product and services and processing orders and forms. BUSINESS MANAGER TOLTEMA FOODS| (March 2018 –February 2022) • Oversaw end-to-end business operations, including responsibilities such as sales, Brand marketing and business finance, while achieving 25% customer growth per year. • Establish strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners. • Identify business development opportunities and lead initiatives for expansion or improvement. • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective actions where necessary. • Implemented customer-centric initiatives like the early bird initiative where customers had a 10% discount if they purchased products before 6pm resulting in a 20% increase in customer retention. sales manager randle general store (May 2015 – September 2017) • Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve business objectives. • Lead, coach, and manage the sales team to ensure high performance and target achievement. • Identify new business opportunities and manage key customer accounts. • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships. • Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and sales procedures. • Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to align sales and promotional efforts. • As Sales Manager at Randle General Store, efficiently managed daily data entries, ensuring accurate bookkeeping. TEACHER (NYSC) St. Gabriel’s Secondary school, Ibadan. (April 2014 – April 2015) • Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences. • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and behavior. • Participate in school meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development activities. • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. • Effectively managed classroom dynamics, creating an atmosphere conducive to learning and ensuring student participation and comprehension. Education OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY, ILE-IFE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA. B.Sc Economics March 2014 CERTIFICATES HSE (INSTITUTE OF SAFETY PROFESSIONALS OF NIGERIA), SCRUM PRODUCT OWNER (ALISON), PRODUCT MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA (ALISON) Leadership Assistant captain, -) RAVENS FC. (OGUN STATE SOUTHWEST REGIONAL CUP) Demonstrated leadership as Assistant Captain, contributing to the team's success in winning the regional cup. Facilitated effective communication and teamwork, fostering a positive and motivated team environment. Exercised strategic decision-making during matches, showcasing adaptability and problem-solving skills." References Kunbi Adeoti Global HR leader, Leadway Insurance. -.