Yakin Rafiu

Yakin Rafiu has extensive experience in operations and management, currently serving as Team Manager at Wispex since May 2025. Previously held positions include Supervisor Operations at Crane Worldwide Logistics and Operations Manager at Vision Direct, where successful team building and performance improvement in supply chain management were achieved. Notably, as Fulfillment Manager at Vision Direct, operational performance increased significantly from 300 to 1500 outbound orders daily within a short timeframe. Additional experience includes roles in inventory control at GE Power & Water, production planning at Mentor Worldwide LLC, and team leadership at Bausch + Lomb. Yakin's academic qualifications include an MA in European Law and Policy from the University of Portsmouth, a Bachelor of Science Hons in International Studies from The Open University, and certificates in Supply Chain Management and Strategic Management from Open Universiteit.