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Hi, I’m Tobil Oba Orekoya, a Transformation & Project Manager with extensive experience delivering large-scale supply chain, warehouse, and digital transformation programs across global pharmaceutical organizations. I’m known for driving end-to-end project delivery, stakeholder alignment, risk management, and benefits realization.
I’m proficient in using tools like MS Project, Jira, and Power BI to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. I excel at leading cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments, coordinating multi-country initiatives, and translating complex requirements into actionable plans. I’m PMP and PRINCE2 certified with a focus on sustainable improvement and measurable outcomes.
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Transformation Project Manager at Dechra
August 1, 2025 - PresentDelivered a multi-country warehouse consolidation programme using MS Project, Jira, and Confluence, improving milestone predictability and reducing delays. Redesigned warehouse and WMS workflows using SAP and Lean Six Sigma, significantly reducing order-processing time and enhancing stock accuracy. Built automated KPI dashboards in Power BI, improving reporting efficiency and enabling clearer decision-making for senior leadership. Coordinated 3PL, IT, and supply chain integration using Smartsheet, WMS tools, and data-flow harmonization, cutting down manual reconciliation effort.
Transformation Project Manager at Astellas Pharmaceutical
May 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024Established the divestment governance framework using Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and PRINCE 2, effectively reducing dependency risks. Mapped and separated cross-functional processes using Visio and SAP, enhancing readiness for operational handover. Strengthened collaboration between Astellas and external buyers, speeding up decision-making and reducing approval delays. Delivered a comprehensive separation plan covering compliance, documentation, systems, and logistics, ensuring regulatory milestones were met on schedule.
Transformation Project Manager at Bayer Crop Science
January 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024Led eight global transformation projects using Agile – Waterfall, MS Project, Jira, and Confluence, enhancing cross-functional visibility and reducing project delays. Developed executive dashboards in Power BI, Excel, and Tableau, consolidating regional performance data and streamlining reporting processes. Implemented a structured governance model using PMI and PRINCE2, strengthening accountability and ensuring clear communication of requirements. Coordinated financial and resource tracking through Oracle and Smartsheet, improving budget management and forecasting for senior leadership.
Project Supply Chain Manager at Johnson & Johnson
August 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Executed global product separations using SAP, scenario modelling, Advanced Excel, and MS Project, maintaining consistent supply while reducing transition defects. Coordinated supplier onboarding and 3PL transitions using Smartsheet and JD Edwards, reducing risk and improving cross-functional collaboration. Built readiness trackers and cutover dashboards in Power BI, improving leadership oversight and accelerating issue resolution. Aligned regulatory, quality, logistics, and finance teams, improving speed of issue resolution through structured communication.
Supply Chain Manager at GSK
February 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022Delivered global product separations using SAP and RAID governance, delivering milestones on schedule. Established governance boards and readiness routines using Confluence and Visio, improving decision-making and issue-resolution efficiency. Reduced operational disruption through risk planning, cutover simulations, and decision check points. Strengthened collaboration with internal and external partners, enhancing engagement and reducing escalation frequency.
Supply Chain Planner at Takeda Pharmaceutical Company
August 1, 2019 - February 1, 2022Delivered global digital documentation platform using SharePoint, workflow automation, Oracle, and Lean Six Sigma, strengthening audit readiness and improving compliance across multiple regions. Supported global product transfers using SAP, SQL-based data validation, Advanced Excel models, and demand/supply planning, maintaining service levels above 98%. Improved delivery cadence across cross-functional teams using Jira, Scrum ceremonies, and Confluence, reducing issue-resolution time by 33%. Implemented harmonised SOPs and PMO reporting dashboards in Power BI, reducing cycle-time variability.
Global Senior Buyer Planner at Theramex Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
June 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Global procurement program involvement focusing on supplier relationships, governance, and risk management.
Global Supply Chain Planner at GSK
October 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018Managed end-to-end supply planning processes, optimizing inventory and service levels across regions.
European Supply Planner at GSK
January 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015Oversaw European supply planning, coordinating with manufacturing and logistics teams, ensuring on-time delivery.
Education
MSc International Business Management (Logistics & Supply Chain) at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011BSc Industrial Pharmaceutical Science at Liverpool John Moores University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Qualifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)
February 1, 2025 - February 26, 2026PRINCE2 Practitioner & Foundation
March 1, 2025 - February 26, 2026Professional Scrum Master (PSM I & II)
July 1, 2023 - February 26, 2026Scrum Product Owner (PSPO I)
July 1, 2023 - February 26, 2026MIT - Leading in Supply Chain Management Program
January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019Cranfield University - Leading Procurement Strategy Program
November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018Industry Experience
Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics
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