Titilayo Esther Ogedengbe

TITILAYO ESTHER OGEDENGBE House 1, Zone D, Gbenga Adeyinka Street, Ataoja Estate Osogbo. Tel: - Email:-Highly skilled Project Manager with 5 years of experience leading projects in the fashion retail, bakery, and shoemaking industries. Expertise in product development, manufacturing optimization, supply chain management, store expansions, and marketing initiatives. Proven ability to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and drive business growth. Adept at cross-functional team leadership, stakeholder communication, and risk assessment to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION 2022 – 2024 National Open University of Nigeria Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 2018 – 2021 Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State Institute For Entrepreneurship and Development Studies Diploma in Business Management 2014 Ambassador College, Ile Ife, Osun State. 2014 West African Senior School Certificate Examination KEY SKILLS • Project Management and Execution – Planning, tracking, and delivering successful projects. • Manufacturing and Production Optimization – Enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. • Supply Chain and Inventory Management – Sourcing, procurement, and logistics. • Quality Control and Compliance – Ensuring industry standards and safety regulations. • Stakeholder and Vendor Management – Communication with suppliers and partners. • Process Improvement & Lean Methodologies – Implementing Agile, Six Sigma, and automation • Tools and Technologies – Microsoft Project, SAP and Trello • Product Development – Managing new product lifecycles across industries • Cost Control and Budget – Maximizing profits while minimizing operational expenses WORK EXPERIENCE Oct 2023 – Feb 2025 Lummfort Footwear Company, Nigeria. Project Manger • Led new product launches for 10 footwear collections, increasing sales by 100%. • Managed production and supply chain optimization projects, reducing material costs by 50%. • Implemented Lean manufacturing techniques, increasing factory efficiency. • Developed strategic partnerships with local and international suppliers. • Led a factory automation initiative, improving productivity and reducing defects. • Ensured compliance with ISO, REACH, and sustainability standards, reducing environmental impact. • Coordinated materials sourcing and procurement, reducing supply chain costs. • Assisted in the development and testing of new footwear designs, ensuring high quality. • Monitored production schedules, ensuring timely product delivery to retail partners. Jan 2022 – Sept 2023 Rotifs Bakery, Ile Ife, Nigeria. Project Manager. • Worked with marketing teams to create branded bakery promotions, increasing brand recognition and customer retention. • Led a factory expansion project, increasing bread production capacity by 30%. • Improved quality control processes, reducing defective products and waste by 80. • Oversaw compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP, FDA, ISO 22000), ensuring high standards were met. • Implemented an automated inventory system, reducing ingredient spoilage and improving stock accuracy. • Managed new product development, launching 3 new bread varieties, resulting in revenue increase. • Led a factory expansion project, increasing bread production capacity by 30%. • Developed strategic partnerships within the state and outside the state. Jan 2016 – Dec 2021 Lonims Fashion Store, Ile Ife, Nigeria. Sales Manager • Assisted in managing daily store operations, contributing to a 100 % increase in sales. • Supported store layout changes and visual merchandising enhancements, improving customer flow. • Handled customer service issues and escalations, achieving a 100% increase in customer satisfaction ratings. • Conducted sales performance analysis, providing insights to improve team productivity. • Coordinated with the marketing team to launch seasonal promotions and product campaigns. • Implemented visual merchandising strategies, increasing product visibility and conversion rates. • Trained and supervised a team of 6 sales associates, improving customer service and productivity. • Built strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, optimizing stock levels and reducing costs. • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying staff training needs and career development plans. • Ensured adherence to store policies, health & safety regulations, and company standards. PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS 2025 Google Digital Marketing and E-commerce (Coursera). 2022 Great Learning Academy Certificate of Completion in Customer Service Management. 2021 Metropolitan school of business and management, UK Critical thinking for self-development. 2020 Finstock Evarsity College, Nairobi, Kenya. Online Diploma in Basics Human Resource Management 2019 Scholar International Institute of Technology, Oregon, USA. Online Diploma in Management Information System. 2018 Google Garage on Fundamentals of Digital Marketing. A Certified Google Digital Skill Personae. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Technical • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. • Proficient in the use of Microsoft skills; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SPSS, and Google Suites. • Design and Development Software: Adobe Illustrator. • Project Management Tools: Microsoft Project, Trello. • Collaboration and Productivity: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Google Workspace REFERENCES Available on request.