Andrew Iyama
@andrewiyama
Chief of Staff and operations leader driving revenue, efficiency, and team performance through technology and strategy.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven Chief of Staff / Operations & Sales leader with over 5 years of experience spanning human resource management, business operations, strategic communications, and technical support.
I’ve led cross-functional teams and stakeholder engagements to improve satisfaction, streamline processes, and deliver performance-driven results—supported by my background in HR leadership, copywriting, administrative auditing, and telecom systems coordination.
In previous roles, I drove major growth by scaling operations from ₦80 million to over ₦400–₦500 million, improving customer retention by 60%, and increasing overall sales volume by 90% through distributor turnaround. I also strengthen compliance and visibility across branches, including improving audited compliance by over 60% within one year.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief of Staff & Sales Lead
Party Rice
Nov 2025 - Jun 2026 (7 months)
Oversee operations, sales, and strategic execution across multiple business units, including Rosasina and 22B Lagos. Coordinate across sales, operations, event management, and partner brands as a primary point of contact.
Operations & Facility Manager
22B Lagos
Oct 2025 - Jun 2026 (8 months)
Manage daily operations of a multi-purpose venue including an event center, art gallery, exhibition space, and shared kitchen. Oversee shared kitchen operations, ensure safety and cleanliness standards, and lead on-site event logistics for 20+ events.
Sales Manager
Rosasina
Oct 2025 - Jun 2026 (8 months)
Lead B2B sales and strategic partnerships for a beverage syrup brand serving hospitality and QSR clients. Onboard key accounts and drive market entry and brand adoption through hotels, restaurants, and quick-service environments.
Operations Consultant
SkateCity Nigeria
Feb 2026 - May 2026 (3 months)
Provide operational support across business functions to improve service delivery, coordination, and customer experience. Lead workflow/process improvements, train staff on customer service standards, and support partnership development and business liaising.
General Manager
Deucheson Enterprises
Apr 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 8 months)
Scaled monthly operations from ₦80 million working capital to over ₦400–₦500 million through strategic expansion and internal system improvements. Improved sales output and customer retention by 60% and led cross-functional operations across HR, finance, logistics, and marketing.
Mission Inspection Official
Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel)
Feb 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 8 months)
Audited branch operations and financial records quarterly and recommended actions including relocation from rented to permanent facilities. Implemented compliance checks, coordinated infrastructure upgrades, and improved administrative reporting transparency across branches.
Business Consultant
IfediSolid Global Resources
Dec 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Developed and executed business growth strategies that improved client acquisition by 40% over 12 months. Drafted corporate communication documents and proposals and reduced internal processing time by 30% by diagnosing operational bottlenecks.
Depot Manager
Lafarge Africa / Unicem Distributorship
Mar 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 9 months)
Led a turnaround that increased overall sales volume by 90% within one year by onboarding and managing high-performing distributors. Coordinated zone logistics, managed daily distribution, and ensured inventory reconciliation with 100% stock accountability and daily dispatch accuracy.
Head of Services (HR/Admin)
PaulWhyte Nigeria Limited
Jan 2015 - Aug 2018 (3 years 7 months)
Directed services operations including human resources, administration, and logistics. Supervised recruitment, staff discipline and compliance, and streamlined customer/distributor communication to improve client satisfaction and on-time deliveries.
Operations & Executive Support Officer
Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)
Apr 2012 - Nov 2014 (2 years 7 months)
Provided operational and administrative support to senior management within the Operations Division to coordinate departmental activities and projects. Managed and maintained the Power & Utility Department Telecom Center, supporting telecommunications and SCADA-related operational activities, reporting, and tender/documentation processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Electronic Engineering
2014 -
Pursued a BSc in Electronic Engineering, but the program was paused due to financial reasons. Gained significant operational and leadership experience thereafter.
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