Ayobami Arotiba
@ayobamiarotiba
Commercial procurement and contract manager driving compliant public-sector infrastructure and energy deliveries.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a projects and commercial professional with 7+ years' experience delivering end-to-end procurements and post-award contract management across public sector infrastructure and energy. I currently serve as Assistant Commercial Manager at Transport for London, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to procure and manage works, goods and services in line with Public Procurement Regulations and TfL governance.
I have a strong track record leading compliant tenders, administering NEC and other standard forms, negotiating commercial terms, and managing suppliers to drive value, control risk and improve performance. I have implemented KPI methodologies, supplier performance reviews and contributed to cost efficiencies through spend analysis and process improvements.
I am a CIPS member and PMP certified, proficient in SAP Ariba, MRP, e-sourcing tools and advanced Excel, and I champion continuous improvement, stakeholder collaboration and disciplined delivery to meet project objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
TLAssistant Commercial Manager
Transport for London
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Lead end-to-end commercial delivery for complex works, services and technology procurements under PCR/UCR and TfL governance, administering NEC contracts and driving value, risk control and supplier performance to meet project milestones.
Procurement Specialist
EDF Renewables UK & Ireland
May 2023 - Jun 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Procured critical packages for TeesGreen Hydrogen (FEED, partial EPC, electrolysers, SCADA), led supplier selection and negotiations (FIDIC), and delivered savings while strengthening commercial risk allocation.
Procurement Officer
Watford Borough Council
Aug 2019 - Apr 2023 (3 years 8 months)
Led tendering, evaluation and contract agreements for accommodation and related services in compliance with public procurement rules, maintaining governance, supplier relationships and performance reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
EUEdinburgh Napier University
Master of Business Administration, Strategic Project Management
2020 - 2022
Completed an MBA with a focus on Strategic Project Management, covering advanced project and commercial management topics relevant to infrastructure and energy projects.
KROK University
Master of Science, Project Management
2019 - 2021
Grade: Distinction
Completed an MSc in Project Management with Distinction, focusing on project delivery, risk management and governance.
FAFederal University of Technology Akure
Bachelor of Technology, Industrial Design
2011 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor-level degree in Industrial Design with studies covering design principles and technical product development.
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