M. FERANMI SALAMI

Strategic Operations & Executive Leader
Lagos, NG.

About

Driven and strategic Executive Assistant with over six years of experience supporting business leaders and driving operational excellence. Proven record of reducing client dissatisfaction by 10%, streamlining workflows for efficiency, and optimizing executive performance. Demonstrates leadership capacity and a strategic mindset, positioning for advancement into a Chief Operating Officer role.

Work

Organic Africa
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Client Strategic Communication and Management

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Orchestrated strategic communication and client management initiatives, serving as a primary liaison between the founder and internal teams to ensure project alignment and satisfaction.

Highlights

Orchestrated seamless communication as primary liaison between founder and internal teams, managing expectations, project timelines, and strategic messaging execution.

Devised and executed tailored communication strategies, enhancing brand alignment, message clarity, audience engagement, and cross-channel consistency.

Provided strategic consultation to the founder on targeted property acquisitions, successfully securing options that met specific budget, location, and preference criteria.

Organic Shoppe Nigeria
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Virtual Assistant/Customer Relations and E-Commerce Manager

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed virtual assistance, customer relations, and e-commerce operations, enhancing data accuracy, driving sales growth, and optimizing customer engagement.

Highlights

Improved customer data accuracy by 60% using Zoho and Wave CRM tools, ensuring seamless organization and secure information handling.

Cultivated brand loyalty and enhanced customer experience for over 7,000 customers through e-commerce platforms and social media, delivering fast resolutions and accurate orders.

Drove a 20% increase in annual sales by leveraging Zoho CRM and WordPress for data-driven customer behavior analysis and strategic decision-making.

Drastically reduced refund rates from 20% to 0.1% by swiftly resolving complaints and refining customer-centric policies.

Boosted team compliance to 95% in structured reporting systems by coordinating monthly training sessions, fostering a results-oriented work culture.

Young People's Connect
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Financial Secretary/Event Coordinator - Volunteer

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed financial records and coordinated events for a non-profit, ensuring fiscal integrity and effective stakeholder communication.

Highlights

Maintained meticulous records of all financial transactions, including donations and offerings, ensuring fiscal accuracy and transparency.

Prepared comprehensive monthly and annual financial reports, contributing to accurate financial oversight.

Supported the creation and monitoring of the non-profit budget, ensuring appropriate fund allocation and adherence to financial plans.

Oversaw and approved expenditure requests, ensuring strict alignment with approved budgets and organizational objectives.

Facilitated critical communication between project managers, team members, and stakeholders/sponsors, ensuring timely project delivery.

Potters Transformation Christian Centre
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Administrator - Volunteer

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Administered volunteer programs and managed operations for a non-profit, enhancing community engagement and organizational efficiency.

Highlights

Trained and managed a team of volunteers, ensuring comprehensive support and effective deployment in their roles.

Coordinated and executed religious events and community outreach programs, ensuring smooth operations and high participation.

Maintained accurate weekly membership records and attendance tracking, effectively communicating upcoming events to members.

Collaborated with leadership to implement strategic goals, aligning initiatives with the organization's mission and vision.

Managed sales and ensured timely availability of organizational materials, supporting resource generation for events.

Organic Shoppe Nigeria
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Founder - Executive/Virtual Assistant

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Led executive support and operational initiatives for a startup, ensuring seamless business continuity and strategic project delivery across time zones.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive executive support, including email, calendar, expense reports, and confidential documents, effectively bridging a 6-7 hour time zone difference for seamless operations.

Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration to successfully secure NAFDAC certification for a new product launch within 4 months, ensuring regulatory compliance and market readiness.

Optimized team productivity and project delivery by organizing, tracking, and monitoring daily activities using MyHours for virtual time management.

Developed and updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring industry best practices compliance.

Improved operational workflow compliance by 45% through effective IT liaison for critical issue resolution and timely reporting.

Organic Shoppe Nigeria
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Customer Service Representative - Intern

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed online storefront operations and customer service, achieving high delivery rates and ensuring business continuity during challenging periods.

Highlights

Managed and updated online storefronts on Jumia and Konga, ensuring accurate product listings and competitive pricing.

Achieved a 98% on-time delivery rate by overseeing end-to-end product delivery processes, significantly boosting customer satisfaction.

Coordinated the preparation, packaging, and prompt delivery of goods and services to over 1,000 customers.

Implemented resilient strategies to sustain business operations and service delivery during the pandemic, ensuring efficient order processing and timely fulfillments.

Managed procurement processes to maintain optimal inventory levels and support business continuity.

Prime Farm
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Administrator - Intern

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Executed daily store operations, inventory management, and logistics coordination for timely deliveries and supply chain efficiency.

Highlights

Executed daily store operations, including inventory management and stock tracking, resolving supply chain issues to meet demands.

Monitored and tracked goods movement, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with logistics schedules.

Coordinated proper preparation, packaging, and prompt delivery of goods and services to customers.

Education

Masters Degree (In View)

Lagos State University, Ojo
Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria

Bachelor of Arts (B.A)

History and International Relations

Government College, Ikorodu
Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria

Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Certificates

ALX AICE - AI Career Essentials

Issued By

ALX

Virtual Assistant Professional

Issued By

DEXA

Virtual Assistance Skills in the Digital Age

Issued By

ALX

The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Issued By

Google Digital Skills For Africa

Customer Relationship Management

Issued By

International Institute of Project and Safety Management

Executive/Virtual Assistant Program

Issued By

WAVE (West Africa Vocational Education) Academy

Public Speaking Academy

Issued By

AbC Speak

Soft - Skills Training

Issued By

Jobberman

Faith and Leadership Academy 2

Issued By

Potters

Faith and Leadership Academy 1

Issued By

Potters

Certificate of Completion

Issued By

Nigerian Institute of Public Relations

Certificate of Office

Issued By

Student's Society for the Study of History and International Studies

Skills

Technical Skills

Calendar Management, Email Management, Customer Service, E-commerce Management (Zoho, Wave), Data Entry, Record Keeping, Scheduling (Teams, Outlook, Google), Travel Arrangements, Itinerary Planning, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Website Management (WordPress), Google My Business Profile Management.

Soft Skills

Effective Written and Verbal Communication, Customer Service and Support, Multitasking, Organizational Abilities, Confidentiality and Discretion, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Proactive Attitude.