ABDULAHI YOOSUF
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented Project Manager, Business Process Specialist, and Procurement Specialist with extensive experience in supply chain operations, procurement management, and project execution within the food production and energy sectors. Expertise in leading the full procurement cycle including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, supplier negotiations, vendor management, and contract administration ensures alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements. Proven ability to drive cost savings, enhance supplier performance, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-value projects on time and within budget. Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills contribute to delivering significant value in manufacturing, food processing, and infrastructure development while fostering a culture of continuous improvement through mentoring and empowerment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project & Procurement Coordinator (Food Processing & Supply Chain)
Lounsbury Foods Ltd.
11.2020 - 03.2025
- Managed the end-to-end procurement cycle, including drafting and administering RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, to source reliable suppliers for food processing and packaging operations.
- Negotiated cost-effective contracts that reduced supplier costs by 15% while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
- Coordinated supplier schedules and logistics, achieving 98% on-time delivery for major fast-food clients such as A&W, Burger King, and other retail chains.
- Led cross-functional collaboration between procurement, production, and logistics teams, aligning supply chain operations with production targets and client commitments.
- Introduced digital procurement dashboards and tracking tools, which cut procurement cycle times by 20%, increased transparency, and improved decision-making.
- Conducted supplier risk assessments and implemented performance reviews that improved compliance rates to over 95%.
- Supported senior leadership in strategic procurement planning, aligning purchasing with corporate goals and mitigating supply chain disruptions.
Spatial Analyst
Center for Planning, Lagos State University
08.2014
- Collaborated with procurement and planning specialists on contractor evaluations and resource allocation.
- Conducted site surveys and spatial analysis to inform procurement decisions and project execution strategies.
- Produced detailed reports and maps used in the Lagos State Land Regularization Project, supporting procurement planning and contractor accountability.
Senior Product & Strategy Manager
Lagos State Electricity Board
11.2020
- Directed procurement and project strategy for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects.
- Developed procurement roadmaps and supplier engagement strategies for multi-million-naira (World Bank) projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and financial requirements.
- Spearheaded the design and rollout of performance dashboards to track vendor deliverables, cost variances, and schedule adherence.
- Oversaw contract administration, from bid evaluation and supplier onboarding to contract execution and compliance monitoring.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation, streamline procurement workflows, and enhance project delivery outcomes.
- Conducted strategic supplier negotiations, securing favorable terms and long-term vendor relationships.
- Performed market and cost-benefit analyses to inform executive decision-making on procurement and investment initiatives.
Project Coordinator/Energy Data Analyst
Rural Electrification Agency
- Conducted data analysis for over 25 electrification projects, supporting vendor evaluation and contracting.
- Supported RFP bid processes by preparing evaluation templates and assisting in supplier qualification.
- Part of project teams for Independent Power Plant and Solar Mini Grid developments, providing technical and procurement analysis.
Project Manager / Data Analyst / Business Analyst
Lagos State Electricity Board
- Managed multiple energy infrastructure projects, coordinating procurement documentation, scheduling, and deliverables.
- Designed and implemented data-driven procurement models to improve supplier evaluation and transparency in the bidding process.
- Developed and delivered business intelligence reports using Excel and Power BI, supporting project and procurement decision-making.
- Conducted supplier performance analyses to identify risks and propose corrective measures.
- Engaged with stakeholders to capture requirements, translate business needs into procurement specifications, and align procurement with organizational priorities.
- Supported contract review processes, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulatory standards.
Education
B.Sc. - Geography & Planning
Lagos State University
OND - Mechanical Engineering
Yaba College of Technology
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data analytics
- Workflow optimization
- Software implementation
- Excel (Advanced)
- Power BI
- SPSS
- Appsheet
- Clappia
- Business analysis
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Project Management Professional, Project Management Academy, UK
- SPSS, ArcGIS & AutoCAD Training, Lagos State University
- Employability & Entrepreneurship Skills, Ready Set Work Initiative
Timeline
Project & Procurement Coordinator (Food Processing & Supply Chain)
Lounsbury Foods Ltd.
11.2020 - 03.2025
Senior Product & Strategy Manager
Lagos State Electricity Board
11.2020
Spatial Analyst
Center for Planning, Lagos State University
08.2014
Project Coordinator/Energy Data Analyst
Rural Electrification Agency
Project Manager / Data Analyst / Business Analyst
Lagos State Electricity Board
OND - Mechanical Engineering
Yaba College of Technology
B.Sc. - Geography & Planning
Lagos State University
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- RFP/RFQ/RFI Development & Administration
- Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management
- Project Planning & Execution
- Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
- Risk Management & Change Control
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- Business & Data Analysis
- Process Improvement & Performance Optimization
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