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Bolanle Akapo

@bolanleakapo

Vendor Analyst at Equinix, delivering over 20% procurement cost savings through supplier negotiations.

At Equinix (formerly MainOne), I manage procurement and office administration, including vendor onboarding, contract management, and end-to-end RFQ/RFP processes. I delivered over 20% cost savings through supplier negotiations and value optimization initiatives.

Previously, I supported procurement and administrative operations at Equinix, coordinating vendor engagement, budgets, inventory, and corporate events. I also worked as a Front Office Administrator, overseeing visitor management, office procurement, and day-to-day administrative support.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Vendor Analyst

Current

Equinix

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 10 months)

Implemented and refined administrative procedures to standardize procurement workflows, ensuring compliance and operational consistency. Oversaw vendor onboarding, contract management, and purchase order processing, delivering over 20% cost savings through strategic supplier negotiations.

Procurement Vendor Management Contract Management Budget Planning Supplier Negotiation RFQ Stakeholder Management Conflict Resolution Excel Coupa Microsoft Dynamics 365

Procurement & Administrative Support

Equinix

Apr 2016 - Dec 2021 (5 years 8 months)

Carried out administrative activities including sourcing, purchase request processing, supplier onboarding, and audit compliance record-keeping. Coordinated corporate events, fleet administration, and CSR initiatives, ensuring smooth execution.

Procurement Vendor Management Inventory Control Budgeting Event Coordination Data Analysis Excel Microsoft Word

Front Office Administrator

Equinix

Jul 2013 - Mar 2016 (2 years 8 months)

Oversaw front office operations and visitor management, implementing administrative procedures that improved reception workflows. Managed office procurement, inventory tracking, travel arrangements, and accommodation logistics.

Office Administration Visitor Management Procurement Inventory Management Travel Coordination Conflict Resolution Microsoft Office