Afolabi S.
Operations Executive
Notable Highlight
Notable Highlights Over seven years of experience across software development, technical operations, logistics, executive administration, and programme coordination.
Experience Summary
has over seven years of professional experience spanning software development, technical operations, logistics, executive administration, and strategic program coordination. He built a diverse career supporting both technical and business functions, with a strong focus on improving operational efficiency, delivering technology solutions, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives. Most recently, Afolabi worked as a Software Developer and Technical Operations Associate at SS, where he contributed to backend development using Node.js and Express, developed and maintained RESTful APIs, integrated AI-powered functionality into web applications, optimized backend performance, and supported CI/CD processes. He also produced technical documentation and participated in Agile development activities, including sprint planning and code reviews. Previously, he served as Logistics and Inventory Lead at CDF, managing cold-chain inventory, overseeing distribution operations, coordinating fleet maintenance, and implementing reporting processes that improved delivery performance and reduced product spoilage. Earlier in his career, Afolabi worked as an Executive Assistant and Administrator at BS of Schools, where he managed executive support functions, coordinated large-scale events and training programmes, developed organisational policies, maintained documentation systems, and supported stakeholder engagement and governance activities. In addition to his full-time roles, Afolabi worked as a Strategic Team Lead for PPM, driving content strategy and operational improvements, while also providing freelance technical writing and developer support through API documentation, user guides, and web development projects. Afolabi brings a well-rounded combination of software development, technical operations, project coordination, stakeholder management, and process improvement experience, suited for technology-focused operations, technical project coordination, software development, and programme delivery roles.
Key Achievements
contributed to the backend development of two flagship software products, led the integration of an AI-powered career recommendation feature, and improved application performance by reducing backend response times by 20%. He delivered operational improvements including reducing product spoilage by 18%, increasing on-time delivery by 15%, and streamlining documentation processes to reduce retrieval time by 30%. He achieved 40% audience growth through strategic content leadership and received NYSC State and Outstanding Performance Awards for his leadership and community project contributions.
Skills
Work Experience
Software Developer & Technical Operations Associate
SS · Jan 2025 – Jun 2025
- Contributed to backend development for two flagship products: an LMS and GoalPaddy; wrote and maintained RESTful endpoints and server logic using Node.js/Express.
- Led the backend integration of an AI-powered career recommendation feature, aligning engineering decisions with user onboarding and engagement goals.
- Enhanced Admin Dashboard capabilities and optimized backend queries, reducing average response times by 20%.
- Supported CI/CD practices using GitHub Actions and Docker; produced technical docs and component guides that reduced onboarding time for new contributors by 20%.
- Participated in sprint planning, code reviews, and cross-team technical discussions.
Strategic Team Lead - Content & Growth
PPM · 2023 – Present
- Led content strategy and execution that delivered 40% audience growth in 6 months; oversaw content calendar, collaborative workflows, and performance analysis.
- Improved delivery efficiency by 15% through process changes and better task coordination.
Technical Writer & Freelance Developer Support
FC · 2022 – Present
- Produced technical documentation, API usage guides, and user manuals for low-code and web projects.
- Built small utilities, landing pages, and component demos used in product prototypes.
Executive Assistant / Administrator
BSOS · Aug 2019 – Jul 2022
- Managed executive calendars, stakeholder correspondence, and meeting logistics for senior leadership; coordinated training programs (online and onsite).
- Served on management planning committees for large-scale school events involving 1,000+ attendees, contributing to risk management, security coordination, and operational execution.
- Implemented filing and documentation processes that cut retrieval time by 30% and improved report turnaround.
- Participated in termly curriculum reviews, updating learning content and aligning academic objectives with regulatory and internal quality standards.
- Supported the development and revision of key school policies — School Fees Policy, Use of Image Policy, Health & Wellness Policy — improving compliance and operational consistency.
- Prepared minutes, annual stakeholder reports, and communications that supported governance and program delivery.
- Responded to parent and stakeholder queries and routed issues, improving response consistency and stakeholder satisfaction.
Logistics & Inventory Lead
CDF · Aug 2023 – Dec 2023
- Managed cold-chain inventory and daily distribution to D2C and B2B channels across Lagos; conducted stock audits for 3,500+ SKUs in cold storage.
- Ensured product quality by monitoring cold-room temperature (2-4°C) and reducing spoilage incidents by 18%.
- Coordinated rider fleet maintenance and documentation, improving delivery reliability and decreasing downtime by 12%.
- Introduced simple tracking reports that increased on-time delivery performance by 15%.