Big Guy
@bigguy
Manager in FMCG with expertise in production, quality and process optimization.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven FMCG manager with a Bachelor’s in Chemical and Process Engineering and extensive hands-on experience across production, quality management systems, equipment maintenance, utilities monitoring and sustainability. I have led cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements — including a 65% reduction in customer quality complaints, an 85% reduction in waste to landfill, and significant gains in production efficiency and fuel consumption.
I specialize in implementing ISO and food-safety standards, driving OEE improvements, and designing process optimizations and environmentally friendly formulations. I am focused on operational excellence, strong safety cultures, and continuous improvement through data-driven decision making and close collaboration with engineering, quality and supply partners.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Quality, SHE
Skanem Africa
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Lead Quality, Safety, Environment & Health functions, enforcing management systems and audits (BRCGS, FSC-COC) while reducing customer complaints by 65% and cutting landfill waste by 85% through waste-stream development.
Production Team Lead
Diageo (UDV - Kenya)
May 2022 - Aug 2024 (2 years 3 months)
Planned and executed production schedules, drove OEE and cost reduction initiatives, supported quality and engineering to improve equipment reliability and line efficiency from May 2022 to Aug 2024.
Production Manager
Kapa Oil Refineries Ltd
May 2018 - Apr 2022 (3 years 11 months)
Managed detergent production operations, implemented process and maintenance improvements that boosted productivity 45%, cut fuel consumption 18%, and reduced reworks by 7%.
Process Engineer
Pendavy Enterprises
Jun 2017 - Dec 2017 (6 months)
Supported construction machinery utilization and preventive maintenance, increasing output 12% and accelerating project completion by 17 days.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MUMoi University
Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical and Process Engineering
Grade: Second Class Honors (Upper Division)
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical and Process Engineering with Second Class Honors (Upper Division).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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