Project Management Professional with 14+ Years Experience

ROLAND CHUKWUKA OBAZE

Contact: **, ************ ****

Email: *************@*****.***

Phone: 437-***-****

Location: Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Certified Project Management Professional with over fourteen years’ experience delivering successful projects across diverse sectors, including logistics, inventory, office management and business development. Adept at delivering project in a variety of capacities with small to high complexity and on time, within scope and within budget using PMP methodologies. Expert in blending strategic oversight with hands-on operational management to deliver business results. Highly skilled in project control systems, procurement planning, team leadership and risk management. Known for organizational excellence, strategic planning, communication and technical competence in managing complex operations and ensuring high quality project outcomes and customer satisfaction

CORE COMPETENCES

Project Implementation and Control

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Inventory Control and Warehousing

Corporate Office Administration

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

Procurement and Vendor Negotiations

Team Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning and Budgeting

Data Analysis and Reporting

Client Relations

MS Office and MS Project

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MANAGING PARTNER

Northhills Nigeria Limited – Risk Management and Logistics Consulting

Jan 2010 – April 2025

. Worked with the stakeholders to established the projects objectives, deliverables and boundaries and conducted kickoff meetings

. Developed project control and communication systems for real time monitoring. Monitored the utilization of funds in a controlled and structured manner and reviewed budget compliance; analyzed revenue and profitability, ensuring that the deliverables were met

. Coordinated projects meetings as necessary for reviews of progress

. Determine the economic value of the project to the host communities and ensured the projects did not have any adverse impacted on the environment

. Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and codes of practice

. Oversaw logistics including clearing, warehousing and tripartite collateral arrangements for imported goods

PROJECT MANAGER

Cartlark International Limited – Engineering Contract Projects & Logistics

Feb 2004 – Jun 2009

. Conducted pre-bid meetings, developed procurement plans and ensured timely inbound logistics of projects materials.

. Supervised tracking, warehousing, and inventory control of the project materials

. Managed supplier negotiations and contract compliance, improving supply chain efficiency and reducing environmental impact

. Ensured qualified sub-contractors worked on the projects

. Supervised project teams, led project meetings with stakeholders and maintained project reports

SENIOR MANAGER, Business Development

Interglobal Merchants Limited – Procurement, Sales, Finance & Investment

April 1998 – Dec 2003

. Directed procurement activities, inventory management and inbound logistics

. Set and achieved sales targets, led business development initiatives and analyzed market trends

. Built and maintained relationships with suppliers and clients, ensuring service excellence

SUPERVISOR

Import Duties Administration- Federal Ministry of Finance, Tin Can Island Ports, Lagos

May 1996- Nov 1997

. Inspected and released imported goods, coordinated customs duties and inventory oversight at port facilities

. Collated revenues, reporting and remittances for import operations

BANKING OFFICER

Commercial Trust Bank Nigeria Limited

Aug 1992 – April 1996

. Performed a broad range of administrative duties; office facilities management, staff welfare, contracting, records and compliance

. Analyzed credit facility proposals and participated in risk management and funds transfer operations

EDUCATION

. Doctorate in Pastoral Ministry & Christian Theology - God’s Army Bible College, Lagos, 2019

. Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management – Chartered Institute of Project Management (CIPM, UK & Nigeria), 2014, PMP Certification, 2014

. Post Graduate Diploma in Management – University of Calabar, Nigeria, year 2000

. Advanced Diploma in Marketing – University of Lagos, 1997

. B.Sc. Business Administration – University of Lagos, Nigeria

CERTIFICATION

. Associate, Chartered Project Management Professional (CPMP), 2014

. Fellow, Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management of Nigeria, 2011

. Associate, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, 1993

TECHNICAL SKILLS

. MS Office Suite

.MS Project.

. Project Management Methodologies

. Data Collection and Analysis

COVER LETTER

Dear Hiring Manager,

As a certified Project Management Professional and with over twenty-five years of hands-on combined varied experiences spanning project management, warehousing and inventory control, logistics operations and corporate office management, I am eager to contribute to your team. My extensive background has honed strong leadership, coordination, planning, budgeting and organizational skills, as well as the ability to resolve complex logistical challenges and successfully deliver results under pressure in diverse, multi-disciplinary environments.

Now in Canada, and with Canadian work standards awareness; open to diverse, inclusive work places, I am enthusiastic about integrating into the Canadian employment landscape. I understand that adapting to new systems and culture is critical to long-term success, and I am willing and open to take on roles that may not fully utilize my entire repertoire of skills at the outset, but roles which align with my varied experiences and skills. This flexibility is motivated by my genuine desire to fit in smoothly at a suitable level which match my skills and experiences, rapidly learn local practices and prove my value through reliability, adaptability and a steadfast commitment to excellence, willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

Employers will find in me a fast learner, effective communicator and highly organized team player who is driven by results and equipped with advanced competencies in my areas of experiences. I welcome the challenge of starting afresh and am eager for the opportunity to demonstrate my capabilities and professionalism within your organization.

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