Stephen Alabi
Business And Data Analyst
Freiburg Im Breisgau
Summary
A skilled business and data analyst with over five years of experience in technology projects and business/data re-engineering. Demonstrates extensive expertise in the manufacturing and pharmaceutical sectors, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop, document, and implement process innovations that drive business objectives. Proven ability to produce projects and products that align with business goals, effectively communicating the product vision to development teams to ensure successful, business-enhancing delivery. with projects in technological products, data modeling, supply chain and warehousing, Cost Optimization models and Process re-engineering
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Business Data Analyst
Baxter International
Warsaw
8 2023 - Current
- Actively contributed to team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and address challenges, fostering collaborative environment that led to innovative solutions.
- Developed comprehensive documentation to support training efforts, enhancing employee understanding and adoption of new systems and procedures, reducing onboarding time by 30%.
- Conducted gap analyses to identify discrepancies between existing systems and desired states, pinpointing key areas for improvement and driving enhancement initiatives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements, promoting a culture of continuous innovation within the organization.
- Defined clear software development requirements and communicated them effectively to technical teams, ensuring successful project execution and alignment with business objectives.
- Improved business processes by analyzing current practices, recommending optimization strategies, and achieving a 20% increase in process efficiency.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to enable data-driven decision-making, generating insights that contributed to strategic planning and a 15% boost in operational performance.
- Enhanced company-wide decision-making by developing and delivering comprehensive reports on key performance indicators, aiding in tracking and measuring success.
- Conducted cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects and investments, providing data-backed insights that informed strategic resource allocation decisions.
- Developed complex dashboards and reporting tools to monitor and track key business performance metrics, improving visibility and decision-making efficiency.
Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommended corrective actions, resulting in a 25% reduction in recurring issues. - Created data models to support and enhance decision-making processes, leading to more informed and effective organizational strategies.
Business Data Analyst
Dangote Cement Plc
Lagos
04.2018 - 02.2023
- Developed comprehensive documentation for analytical methodologies, enhancing consistency and reproducibility, which improved analysis accuracy by 20%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify key performance metrics and develop dashboards, resulting in a 15% improvement in tracking and measuring business performance.
- Presented complex analytical findings to executive leadership in a clear and actionable format, directly influencing strategic decisions and contributing to a 10% increase in operational efficiency.
- Actively contributed to team meetings by sharing expertise, addressing challenges, and proposing solutions, leading to a 25% reduction in project turnaround time.
- Streamlined project management processes through effective communication and collaboration, resulting in a 30% improvement in project delivery timelines.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to enable data-driven decision-making, generating insights that supported a 12% increase in organizational efficiency.
- Optimized workflow processes, reducing bottlenecks and enhancing productivity by 18%, achieving higher operational excellence.
- Led regular review sessions fostering a culture of continuous improvement, implementing process enhancements that increased overall team performance by 15%.
Business Analyst
Agrotrend Integrated Service
Ogun State
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Actively engaged in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate on solutions, contributing to a more cohesive and innovative team environment.
- Supported software development projects by defining clear and precise requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and facilitating effective communication with technical teams.
- Improved business processes by conducting in-depth analyses of current practices and recommending optimization strategies, leading to a 20% increase in operational efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive market research studies, providing actionable insights that informed strategic planning initiatives and contributed to a 15% growth in market share.
Education
MBA - Global Businesses
Nexford University
USA 07.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Transport Management Technology
Federal University of Technology, Akure
Nigeria 07.2009 - 12.2014
Skills
Data Analysis & Modeling: SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx
Data Visualization: KPI Dashboards, Data Storytelling
Business Process Optimization: Gap Analysis, SWOT, Cost Allocation Modeling
Project Management: Agile/Scrum, Jira, Confluence, Trello
Database Management: Snowflake, DBeaver
Tools & Technologies: MS Office Suite, SAP, Visio, Google Meet, Zoom, MS Teams
Certification
Business Analysis
Portfoliowebsite
https://alabistephen98.wixsite.com/stephen-temitope-ala
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Deutsch
Elementary (A2)
References
Available on request.
Accomplishments
- Network Optimization & Cost Reduction: Led a network optimization project that reduced supply chain costs by 12%, decreased transit times by 25%, and improved order fulfillment efficiency by 20%. Developed a cost allocation model, resulting in a 10% reduction in overall logistics costs.
- Operational Efficiency & System Engineering: Engineered the Transportation Management System (TMS) specifications, achieving a 20% reduction in transportation lead times and a 15% improvement in on-time delivery performance. Designed Excel forecasting tools that minimized raw material stockouts by 50%.
- Inventory Management & Resource Allocation: Managed inbound inventory across five countries, coordinating operations for eight plants and silos. Successfully reconciled discrepancies in deliveries, saving the company over 1,600 liters of AGO.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Support: Coordinated quarterly supply chain review meetings with 20+ stakeholders across business units. Supported the successful completion of the Electronic Proof of Delivery Project within the projected timeframe, enhancing delivery verification processes.
Software
Tableau
Sql
Excel
PowerBi
Alteryx
Trello and Jira
Visio
SAP
Salesforce
Interests
Learning
Meeting people
Timeline
MBA - Global Businesses
Nexford University
07.2019 - 08.2020
Business Data Analyst
Dangote Cement Plc
04.2018 - 02.2023
Business Analyst
Agrotrend Integrated Service
01.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Transport Management Technology
Federal University of Technology, Akure
07.2009 - 12.2014
Business Data Analyst
Baxter International
8 2023 - Current