FUNMILOLA TOYOSI LESI

Senior Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations Executive

Lagos, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Senior Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations Executive with over 15 years of expertise in government-regulated utilities, infrastructure, and large-scale capital projects. Proven leader in public-sector procurement, ERP-enabled governance, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering enterprise value through significant cost optimization, risk mitigation, and transparent processes. Adept at strategic engagement with ministries, regulators, and executive leadership across international and local environments to drive impactful project execution.

Work

Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc

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Consultant / Head of Supply Chain Management

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

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Summary

Led strategic supply chain and procurement initiatives, driving operational efficiency and compliance for critical infrastructure projects.

Highlights

Spearheaded the implementation of an ERP procurement module, significantly enhancing transparency, audit readiness, and overall operational efficiency.

Directed government-backed smart meter procurement projects exceeding ₦3 billion, ensuring stringent compliance with public procurement guidelines and timely delivery.

Formulated and executed robust procurement strategies, aligning operations with regulatory requirements, corporate governance standards, and international best practices.

Proactively mitigated contractual and supplier risks through expert negotiation, continuous performance monitoring, and effective dispute prevention mechanisms.

Optimized inventory control, demand forecasting, and supplier coordination, guaranteeing uninterrupted continuity of critical services and supply chain resilience.

Eko Electricity Distribution Plc

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Head of Supply Management & Sourcing

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

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Summary

Directed comprehensive supply chain and sourcing operations for national infrastructure projects, ensuring governance and efficiency.

Highlights

Directed procurement execution for high-value concessionary and CBN-funded capital projects, directly supporting national infrastructure development goals.

Strengthened supply chain governance and compliance frameworks across sourcing, contracting, and materials management, enhancing accountability and risk management.

Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to successfully implement sustainable procurement and operational efficiency initiatives.

Led and mentored a team of procurement professionals, fostering ethical standards and instilling a culture of high-performance accountability.

Eko Electricity Distribution Plc

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Head of Lead Time Reduction / Contracts Team Lead

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

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Summary

Drove significant cost savings and enhanced project valuation through strategic contract management and procurement optimization.

Highlights

Achieved substantial cost savings of nearly ₦2 billion through structured negotiations, strategic contract optimization, and demand consolidation.

Increased annual project valuation from ₦3 billion to ₦7 billion by significantly improving procurement planning and execution timelines.

Established a Procurement Center of Excellence, standardizing policies, procedures, and performance reporting across the organization.

Reported key procurement performance indicators (KPIs) directly to executive leadership, providing critical data for informed strategic and policy decisions.

Education

Business School Netherlands

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
MBA Action Learning MBA Grade:

National Open University of Nigeria

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
MSc Entrepreneurship Grade:

Olabisi Onabanjo University

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
BSc Accounting Grade:

National Open University of Nigeria

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
PhD Philosophy & Entrepreneurship Grade:

Certificates

Associate, Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Management of Nigeria

Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Management of Nigeria

Agile Leadership

Harvard Business School

Training

Lagos Business School

Training

Power Africa / USAID

Fellow, Institute of Professional Managers & Administrators of Nigeria

Institute of Professional Managers & Administrators of Nigeria

Fellow, Institute of Finance & Control of Nigeria

Institute of Finance & Control of Nigeria

Skills

Public-Sector & Institutional Procurement

Public-Sector & Institutional Procurement.

Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation

Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation.

Capital Projects & Infrastructure Delivery

Capital Projects & Infrastructure Delivery.

ERP / SAP Governance & Controls

ERP, SAP Governance, Controls.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management.

Donor- & Government-Funded Projects

Donor-Funded Projects, Government-Funded Projects.

Contract Negotiation & Vendor Oversight

Contract Negotiation, Vendor Oversight.

Budgeting, Cost Control & Value for Money

Budgeting, Cost Control, Value for Money.

Board, Ministry & Stakeholder Engagement

Board Engagement, Ministry Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement.

Leadership, Change Management & Ethics

Leadership, Change Management, Ethics.