UCHENNA OKORO
@uchennaokoro
Programme and operations manager improving delivery, compliance, and executive reporting across teams.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a programme and operations professional with over 6 years of experience supporting large organisational initiatives across HR, compliance, and operational functions. With a background in consulting and corporate environments including PwC, I build programme structures, monitor delivery performance, and support executive decision-making through reporting and analytics.
In my current role as Group Operational Manager, I provide operational oversight across supply chain, logistics, procurement, and distribution—coordinating programme delivery, monitoring risks and dependencies, and strengthening compliance with regulatory and quality standards. I’ve also managed HR programmes as a Group Talent Manager & Business Analyst, including workforce performance analytics and recruitment/onboarding, while achieving outcomes such as a 15% improvement in employee retention through a compensation framework review.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Group Operational Manager
Tielle Group Nigeria Limited
Sep 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Provided operational oversight across logistics, procurement, and distribution, improving delivery efficiency and programme continuity. Built structured operational reporting for senior leadership and strengthened compliance across operational processes.
Group Talent Manager & Business Analyst
Gmt Nigeria Limited
Sep 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Managed HR programmes and workforce initiatives, delivering performance insights to senior leadership and supporting workforce planning. Led compensation framework restructuring (15% retention improvement), negotiated the 2022 collective bargaining agreement, and updated the employee handbook.
Job Controller – Tax & Human Capital
Jul 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Supported client portfolio management across HR, tax compliance, and workforce advisory engagements. Reduced client personal income tax liability by 40% through reconciliation of tax records and managed recruitment programmes for 80+ hires.
Coordinated HR and organisational development programmes across multiple client engagements, supporting capability assessments and performance improvement initiatives. Led COVID-19 employee wellbeing efforts via a virtual support response team and implemented training that improved engagement and productivity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Lagos
Master of Science (MSc), Business Administration
Earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration (in Management) from the University of Lagos.
Abia State University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Education Economics
Earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Education Economics from Abia State University.
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