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Overview
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Education
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Reading, Watching documentaries, Traveling, Learning new cultures, Movies and listening to music
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Kayode Benson

North York,ON

Summary

Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader

Ominify Lighting
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

Team Manager

Dangote Cement PLC
01.2017 - 06.2022
  • Managed over 2000 staff and vendor Account payables/receivables
  • Teamed up with human resources to assist Colleagues with staff benefits and paystubs
  • Teamed up with purchasing and stores department on cost management, inventory control
  • Ensuring compliance with all necessary financial regulations relating to industry
  • Also involved in administrative support as necessary
  • Delivered regular team meetings for aligned work towards common goals.
  • Cultivated positive, productive team environments, resolving conflicts quickly.
  • Facilitated meetings to communicate team performance goals and results.

Development Service

Community, National Youth Service Corps
01.2016 - 01.2017

Sensitized Community Members of various hazards in the community

  • Sensitized community on emergency response plans again Fire, Flood and other disasters
  • Mentored younger community members on higher education and career paths
  • Sensitized the community on pollution and Environmental cleanliness
  • Assisted various communities to clean drainage and streets.

Customer Care Representative

MTN Group
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Handle complaints
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
  • Provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits
  • Providing solutions for customers via phone.
  • Responded to customer needs through competent customer service and prompt problem-solving.
  • Trained new employees on best practices and customer care procedures to eliminate inefficiencies.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.

Year Students Program Coordinator

University of Lagos
01.2009 - 06.2010
  • Ensured timely and efficient communication among executive members of theassociation, university staff, and students of the Department of Economics, University of Nigeria
  • Led the committee charged with organizing the 2015 dinner and awards party for students in the Department of Management and Accounting, Obafemi Awolowo University
  • Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
  • Developed program marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness and attract new participants.
  • Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.

Education

Business Management Diploma - Business Management

Humber College
Toronto, ON
08.2024

BBA - Business Marketing

University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria
06.2010

Skills

  • Strategic Decision-Making Support
  • Brand Development
  • Product Management and Branding
  • Team Goals
  • Interactive Teaching
  • Safety Rules
  • Research and Development
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Organizational Systems
  • Dispute Management
  • Coordinate Meetings
  • Operational Processes

Reading, Watching documentaries, Traveling, Learning new cultures, Movies and listening to music

I'm a big fan of reading! It's like entering a whole new universe with each book. And documentaries? They're fascinating! I love learning new things and gaining knowledge about different subjects. As for traveling, it's an absolute joy! Exploring new places, trying new foods, and immersing myself in different cultures is an incredible experience. Learning about different cultures is so enriching. It helps me broaden my perspective and appreciate diversity. Movies and music are my go-to for relaxation and entertainment. They transport me to different emotions and moods. Whether it's a thrilling action movie or a soothing melody, they never fail to captivate me. 

Timeline

Team Leader

Ominify Lighting
09.2022 - 07.2023

Team Manager

Dangote Cement PLC
01.2017 - 06.2022

Development Service

Community, National Youth Service Corps
01.2016 - 01.2017

Customer Care Representative

MTN Group
01.2012 - 12.2015

Year Students Program Coordinator

University of Lagos
01.2009 - 06.2010

Business Management Diploma - Business Management

Humber College

BBA - Business Marketing

University of Lagos
Kayode Benson