Ejiro Obaro

Results-oriented and visionary supply chain professional with a strong international outlook. Proven track record in strategic leadership, business development, and optimizing logistics and supply management operations. Adept at driving seamless flow between customers, sales units, and the entire supply chain. Committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion while delivering scalable and profitable growth. Seeking a challenging role as a COO to leverage my experience, expertise, and passion for operational excellence.

EXPERIENCE Managing Director | CiGaba3PL | December 2015 - Present

• Provide strategic leadership and drive business growth through optimized supply chain management.
• Manage resources, assets, and compliance with regulations to ensure seamless operations.
• Oversee freight forwarding, haulage, multimodal transport, and procurement and sourcing.
• Streamline warehousing and distribution processes for enhanced service delivery and cost effectiveness.
• Offer supply chain consulting services to clients.

Chief Operating Officer | Bulls' Eye Associates Network - BEAN | April 2015 - September 2018

• Collaborated with the executive team to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Led operational activities to support scalable and profitable growth.
• Fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
• Implemented performance improvement plans to bridge performance gaps.

Senior Sales Lead | Great Place To Work Nigeria | May 2015 - August 2016

• Led sales initiatives and generated leads, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Supported commercial initiatives through operations and product-related development.
• Promoted data-backed, customer-centric decision making and continuous improvement.

Head, Logistics and Distribution | Rondatoks Services Limited - P&G key distributor | September 2011 - April 2015

• Managed order management, replenishment, and warehouse operations.
• Optimized supply chain processes to improve margin performance and order management.
• Designed risk control plans for compliance with procedures.

Head, Supply Network Operations | December 2010 - September 2011

• Conducted process/SOP reviews and implemented improvements.
• Led organizational restructuring initiatives for enhanced performance.

Direct Sales Manager | Guaranty Trust Assurance | September 2009 - December 2010

• Recruited, trained, and managed field sales representatives.
• Implemented effective sales strategies and tracked performance.

Direct Sales Manager (Apapa Zone) | Amana Capital Pensions Limited (now Sigma Pensions) | August 2007 - September 2009

• Developed and delivered impactful presentations to generate leads.
• Improved sales conversion ratios through strategic planning and execution.

Senior Field Sales Representative | Trustfund Pensions Limited | July 2006 - August 2007

• Implemented strategies to enhance sales lead quality.
• Conducted sales training for field representatives.
• Managed field sales operations for Amuwo-odofin LGA.

EDUCATION: 

Executive MBA, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | Rome Business School Nigeria | October 2022 - August 2023 

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Economics | Ambrose Alli University | 1999 - 2004 SSCE, 

Commercial | Kings College, Lagos | 1991 - 1997