John Okoye
About John Okoye
John Okoye serves as the Head of Supply Chain (Strategic Material Planning) at American Tower in Lagos, Nigeria, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in supply chain management and finance, having previously held roles including Financial Controller and Head of Supply Chain Management at the same company.
Work at American Tower
John Okoye has been with American Tower since 2015, holding various positions within the organization. He currently serves as the Head of Supply Chain (Strategic Material Planning) since 2020, based in Lagos, Nigeria. In this role, he has implemented warehouse management strategies that have enhanced efficiency in supply chain operations. Prior to this position, he worked as the Head of Supply Chain Management from 2018 to 2020, where he coordinated importation processes involving banks, suppliers, and logistics partners to meet project timelines. He also served as Financial Controller from 2015 to 2018, where he focused on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting capabilities.
Education and Expertise
John Okoye holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University, which he completed from 2009 to 2011. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accounting from the University of Benin, earned between 1993 and 1999. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain management and financial operations, contributing to his effective leadership in various roles.
Background
Before joining American Tower, John Okoye worked at Huawei Technologies for six years, where he held the position of Chief Accountant from 2009 to 2015. He began his career at Huawei as a Senior Account Payable Manager from 2005 to 2009. His experience in finance and accounting laid a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in supply chain management, emphasizing process compliance and operational improvements.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Throughout his career, John Okoye has developed systems aimed at achieving operational improvements in supply chain efficiency. His strategic initiatives have included enhancing budgeting and forecasting processes, as well as improving reorder points and reporting capabilities. He has collaborated with executive leadership, including the CFO and CEO, to align supply chain processes with the overall company goals.