MERCY AJAYI

Product Manager | Customer-Centric Operations Leader
Ibadan, NG.

About

Results-driven professional with a strong foundation in customer relations, operational leadership, and entrepreneurial ventures, now transitioning into Product Management. Leverages a unique blend of customer advocacy, project coordination, and analytical skills honed through managing end-to-end business operations and significant project contributions. Eager to apply a user-centric approach and strategic problem-solving to drive product development and deliver impactful solutions.

Work

BakeAmaze Confectionery
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Customer Service Specialist

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Led end-to-end operations and customer engagement for a baking business, overseeing product delivery, inventory, and client satisfaction to drive business growth and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Optimized order tracking, inventory management, and delivery scheduling using various applications, enhancing operational efficiency and organization across all processes.

Achieved an 80% customer retention rate by providing exceptional service, promptly resolving inquiries, and addressing concerns, fostering strong client relationships and repeat business.

Managed high volumes of orders and prioritized urgent tasks to meet tight deadlines, demonstrating strong project coordination and execution skills in a fast-paced environment.

Developed and maintained consistent customer communication across multiple platforms, ensuring a positive brand experience and gathering implicit user feedback for service improvement.

Kabba College of Agriculture
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Personal Assistant

Kogi, Kogi State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive administrative and project support, enabling efficient operations and informed decision-making for senior staff in a fast-paced academic environment.

Highlights

Synthesized research findings and compiled reports, providing concise summaries that supported data-driven decision-making for key stakeholders.

Managed and prioritized multiple administrative tasks and high-priority projects, consistently meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Coordinated complex schedules, appointments, and events, optimizing day-to-day operations and maximizing team productivity.

University of Ilorin
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Student Intern

Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

Summary

Contributed to daily farm operations, ensuring efficient execution of tasks, maintaining equipment, and preparing activity reports within a collaborative team setting.

Highlights

Executed daily farm operations, including planting, harvesting, and livestock care, demonstrating strong adherence to processes and attention to detail.

Prepared and presented daily activity reports, providing clear documentation of progress and contributing to operational oversight.

Collaborated effectively with team members to achieve collective goals, fostering a productive and organized work environment.

Volunteer

JOF
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Member

Summary

Dedicated volunteer focused on improving educational access and well-being for underprivileged children.

Highlights

Organized and distributed essential school supplies and foodstuffs to over 50 orphanage children, directly supporting their educational access and well-being.

Education

University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

B.Agric

Agriculture

Languages

English

Certificates

Salesforce Associate
Product Management Certification
Salesforce Administrator
ALX Virtual Assistant Certification

Issued By

ALX

Skills

Product Management & Strategy

Product Management, Market Research, Value Proposition, User Feedback Integration, Product Requirements Document (PRD), UX/UI Design (Miro), Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Agile Methodologies.

Project & Operations Management

Project Execution, Managing Tasks, Time Management, Organization, Process Optimization, Logistics Management, Prioritization, Asana.

Customer Relations & Communication

Customer Service, Customer Retention, Good Communication Skills, Stakeholder Management, Empathy, Client Relationships.

Technical & Software Proficiency

Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Associate, Virtual Assistance, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Email Management, Zoom, Google Meet, Technical Skills.

Leadership & Collaboration

Teamwork and Collaboration, Leadership Skills, Cross-functional Collaboration, Adaptability and Flexibility, Critical Thinking.

Interests

Community & Personal Development

Women Empowerment, Career Development.

Projects

Personalized Education App Development (PRD)

Summary

Led a subgroup within a 20+ member cross-functional team to design and develop a personalized education app, focusing on market research, user feedback integration, and defining the product's value proposition.

Salesforce-Integrated Appointment Scheduler App

Summary

Developed an appointment scheduling application integrated with Salesforce to automate event creation and manage access, significantly streamlining client interactions and operational workflows.

Farmers Loan Access App Design & Prototyping

Summary

Led the design and prototyping of a loan access application for farmers, leveraging user research and wireframing to create a user-centric solution.