About
Highly accomplished Agri-Food Technologist and Supply Chain Professional with over 15 years of expertise spanning food product development, quality assurance, and production management. Proven leader in driving operational excellence, efficiency, and sustainability initiatives across the business value chain, skilled in leveraging process optimization and cross-functional team leadership to achieve measurable results.
Work
Heineken Company
|Brewing Shift Manager
Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, UK
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Summary
Led a team of process technicians and technical operators at Heineken, optimizing operational excellence and fostering continuous capability development.
Highlights
Directed a team of process technicians and technical operators, enhancing operational excellence, improving process efficiency, and continuously developing capabilities.
Facilitated rapid resolution of process anomalies, leading to a 50% reduction in unresolved process deviations and tags.
Elevated team's process ownership awareness through targeted coaching and effective engagement, resulting in a significant skill matrix uplift from 65% to 80%.
Initiated and guided multiple Kaizen and improvement teams, applying problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement effective countermeasures.
University of Lincoln / Warden Agri Limited
|Novel Food Product and Process Innovation Technologist – KTP Associate
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK
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Summary
Spearheaded innovation in novel food product development and process optimization as a KTP Associate, driving portfolio growth and waste reduction.
Highlights
Spearheaded the successful development of two novel food products and a new food additive, expanding the product portfolio by 20%.
Implemented innovative manufacturing techniques, optimizing production processes and achieving a 15% reduction in waste.
Designed and developed a comprehensive framework for scaling up food waste valorization initiatives.
Ensured stringent compliance with product safety and regulatory standards through effective cross-functional collaboration.
Nigerian Breweries Plc
|Shift Manager Logistics
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Managed logistics operations for Nigerian Breweries Plc, overseeing product distribution and implementing efficiency improvements.
Highlights
Managed a team of 14 (2 supervisors, 12 associates) logistics personnel, ensuring on-time and efficient product distribution.
Spearheaded a new logistics operational model, reducing truck residency time by 54% and improving inventory tracking by 25%.
Optimized supply chain systems through cross-functional collaboration with production, operations, and sales, reducing lead time by 20%.
Nigerian Breweries Plc
|Data Administration Manager - Brewing
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Developed and managed a centralized brewing data system, providing critical insights and enhancing team capabilities for Nigerian Breweries Plc.
Highlights
Developed and managed a centralized brewing data management system, significantly improving data integrity by 35%.
Delivered crucial analytical insights to the leadership team, directly supporting strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
Trained and mentored a team of 10 brewing associates in shopfloor excellence and process ownership, enhancing technical and problem-solving skills.
Derivatives Industry Limited
|Shift Production Manager
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Managed production operations for Derivatives Industry Limited, leading a team to ensure product quality, waste reduction, and on-time delivery.
Highlights
Directed a team of 20 production associates, consistently ensuring high product quality, reducing waste, and achieving on-time delivery.
Led multiple improvement teams utilizing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), reducing equipment downtime by 22% and boosting process efficiency by 30%.
Collaborated with the R&D team to develop four new products, contributing to a 15% increase in market share.
Education
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomosho, Oyo State, Nigeria
Master's Degree
Business Administration (Marketing Management)
Grade: Merit
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
HND
Food Technology
Grade: Upper Credit
University of Lincoln
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK
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Master's Degree
Agri-Food Technology
Grade: Distinction
Publications
Certificates
IOSH Managing Safely
Issued By
IOSH
ISEP Certificate in Environmental Management
Issued By
ISEP
LEVEL 3 HACCP
Issued By
Training Express
Food Hygiene and Safety Level 3
Issued By
Training Express
KTP Program Modules 1 & 2
Issued By
UKRI | Innovate UK
Innovation Strategy Course
Issued By
Innovate UK | ITOL
Certified in Cybersecurity
Issued By
(ISC)²
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt™
Issued By
International Six Sigma Institute™
Scrum Master Accredited Certification™
Issued By
International Scrum Institute™
Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
Issued By
IBM SkillsBuild
Skills
Operational Management
Production Management, Process Management, Quality Management, Food Safety Management, Supply Chain Management, Brewing Technology & Operation, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Six Sigma Green Belt, Process Optimization, Waste Reduction, On-time Delivery, Equipment Downtime Reduction, Data Integrity.
Product & Innovation
Product Development, Process Innovation, Research & Development, Circular Bioeconomy, Environmental Management, Waste Valorisation, Novel Food Development, Manufacturing Techniques, Market Share Growth.
Leadership & Strategy
Project Management, People Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Training & Mentoring, Strategic Decision-Making, Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Management, Team Development.
Data & Technology
Data Analysis, SAP-ERP, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals, Data Management Systems, Inventory Tracking.
Compliance & Regulations
Food Safety Standards, Regulatory Standards, HACCP, Environmental Management.
Projects
Novel Foods – Problem with labeling, testing, and technology for processing
Summary
Research project focusing on challenges in labeling, testing, and processing technology for novel food products.