Wonder Akpeki

 Professional Summary Dedicated Administrative professional, with over 5 years of robust experience in overseeing and managing multifaceted administrative functions within large international organisations. Adept in supervising diverse administrative services and ensuring optimal efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. Proficient in implementing and streamlining administrative policies. Optimising resource and budget management, and fostering strong relationships among internal and external stakeholders. Seeking to leverage extensive expertise in budget management, to ensure seamless operations and provide exceptional support within the role of Administrative Officer. Work History Administrative Manager• Western Development Company Limited, Nigeria. Aug 2023 to date KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Successfully developed and executed annual administrative capital and operating expenditure plans, consistently achieving cost efficiencies while meeting business and technical needs. Successfully established a cost effective procurement management system, and efficient shipment, promoting competitive bidding for the best value and leading to a timely supply of goods and services. Effectively managed and supervised a diverse team of administrative staff, resulting in 20% improved productivity, quality and overall performance. RESPONSIBILITIES Overseeing and directing daily operations of outsourced administrative services which includes office supplies, inbound and outbound mails, courier, travel, shipments, cafeteria, house cleaning, fleet and fuel management, ensuring functionality, and managing insurance cover for staff and assets. Supervising administrative staff and office drivers, carrying out automation processes, ensuring compliance with administrative policies, overseeing office supplies, facility maintenance, printing management and optimally integrating service systems. Coordinating travel plans, advising on staff allowances, managing budgets, and petty cash ensuring invoices are timely paid, reconciling bank statements and implementing a standardised filing system. Supervisory Administrative Assistant• US Consulate General Lagos, Nigeria. Oct 2021- May 2023 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Instituted strategic procurement approaches that resulted in a 15% reduction in overall cost-effective procurement while maintaining high-quality standards, and optimising the allocation of resources. Implemented a system to track the delivery of directives from the Project Director, and asset management, resulting in 25% improved timely task completion and project delivery. Trained administrative staff on best practices, demonstrated a high level of professionalism and created an environment of trust among team members and accountability. RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinated meetings, scheduled appointments for the Project Director, made travel arrangements, managed transportation, conducted due diligence and maintained confidentiality on official matters. Assisted with preparing the operations budget, Rfq, and Rfp, drafted emails, and letters, assisted the Project Director with administrative support, and office management and managed VIP visits, events, general logistics, managing tenders and negotiating contracts with suppliers to obtain the best price. Supervised and trained administrative staff, initiated quality control measures, motivated staff for improved efficiency and created a safe and harmonious working environment. Business and Administration Manager• Itex Integrated Services Lagos. Mar 2017–Aug 2022 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Successfully developed and executed annual administrative budget, seamless automation and operating expenditure plans, consistently achieving cost efficiencies while meeting business needs. Leveraging information technology, in increasing customer satisfaction across all accounts by 11% through tailored solutions, measured via annual feedback. Successfully designed and implemented a performance management framework aligned with the business's goals and objectives, leading to 25% business improvement. RESPONSIBILITIES Monitored the performance management system, ensured the team understood the functions and goals and identified individual and team outputs that contributed to achieving sales objectives. Established and managed a comprehensive asset tracking system, overseeing asset maintenance, transportation and inventory management and worked with support staff for efficient asset disposal. Conducted dynamic presentations targeting key decision-makers, developed official reports, and contacted government officials to establish rapport and arrange strategic meetings, et al. Direct Sales Executive• Sterling Bank Nigeria Plc, Lagos, Nigeria. Mar 2015-Dec 2016 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Successfully built and managed an extensive portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted advisor and deepened relationships with the Bank's corporate customers and government officials in the region. Worked closely with management on strategic goals, increased branch financial goals and customer service and recommended strategies clients can use to achieve their financial goals and objectives. RESPONSIBILITIES Managed customers’ bank accounts, including opening and closing accounts, managed corporate finance reporting and ensured each strategy was tailored to customer needs and overall corporate goals. Managed loan disbursements, and customer acquisition, maintained confidentiality, and improved branch commercial processes, analysed financial growth, ensured timely financial audit, reviewed key financial metrics, and advised management, et al. Administrative and Procurement Manager• Chemafric Ltd Edo, Nigeria. Apr 2008-Jan 2015 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Using strategic vision, provided actionable insights by Identifying and analysing key performance indicators and competitive vendor metrics, which led to a 25% cost savings. Ensured a consistent approach to inventory and procurement management in line with organisational goals, resulting in 20% efficiency and cost savings. Headed the implementation of enhanced security protocols, resulting in a 25% decrease in security-related incidents and ensuring a safe and secure environment for both staff and customers. RESPONSIBILITIES Discovered profitable suppliers, carried out efficient documentation, and sourcing, negotiated with external vendors to secure advantageous terms and ensured payments of all invoices. Analysed interdependencies, and liaised between units and functions for process optimisation and effective collaboration and ensuring the safety of staff. Oversaw contracts, monitored service providers, ensured facilities met compliance, et al. 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