Sandra Udenenwu

I am a professional in Strategy and Operations with over five years of experience in driving operational excellence, process optimization, and data-driven execution within rapidly growing business environments. I possess a strong foundation in operations strategy and cross-functional collaboration, having built a career focused on enhancing internal systems, strengthening operational efficiency, and enabling organizations to scale sustainably. My approach combines analytical thinking with practical execution, allowing teams to translate strategy into structured and measurable outcomes.

Currently, I serve as the Strategy and Business Operations Lead at Eyowo, where I oversee end-to-end operational workflows across finance, product, and operations teams. In this capacity, I design and implement scalable systems that streamline internal processes and enhance cross-team execution. By leveraging tools such as Zapier and Notion, I have introduced automation frameworks that minimize manual tasks, increase productivity, and enhance operational visibility. My ability to construct efficient systems and maintain operational controls has empowered leadership teams to make informed, data-driven decisions.

Previously, I worked as a Strategy and Operations Analyst at Eyowo, where I analyzed operational key performance indicators (KPIs) and internal performance data to identify inefficiencies and propose improvements. I developed internal dashboards and reporting structures that enhanced transparency across teams and fortified strategic planning. My contributions facilitated operational leaders in gaining clearer insights into performance trends and optimizing workflow execution.

Earlier in my career at Petroleum Managers Ltd, I managed procurement operations and vendor relationships, achieving a 15% reduction in operational costs through data-driven supplier evaluation and negotiation. Additionally, I coordinated vendor and internal team workflows to address supply chain bottlenecks, which improved service delivery and operational reliability. This experience in vendor management and procurement honed my stakeholder coordination and operational risk management capabilities.

My technical toolkit includes project and workflow management platforms such as Jira, Notion, Asana, ClickUp, and Process Street, in addition to automation and customer relationship management tools like Zapier, Airtable, and HubSpot. I am also proficient in data analysis using Advanced Excel, Power BI, and basic SQL, allowing me to transform operational data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

With a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Lagos and multiple professional certifications in procurement, business analysis, operations management, data analytics, and Lean Six Sigma, I approach every role with a continuous improvement mindset. My experience working across distributed teams, managing digital workflows, and utilizing cloud-based collaboration tools positions me strongly for success in global remote environments, where operational clarity, autonomy, and cross-functional coordination are essential.