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Cherotich Mutai

@cherotichmutai

Programme quality and compliance professional driving food safety, audits, and continuous improvement.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in quality, compliance, or MEAL where I can lead ISO/FSSC implementations, audits, and capacity building within mission-driven, sustainability-focused organizations.

I am a Programme Quality and Compliance professional with over five years' experience in monitoring and evaluation, quality assurance, and capacity building within regulated manufacturing and food production environments. I specialize in aligning operations with international standards such as FSSC 22000, Organic (NOP/EOS), and ISO 9001 to strengthen governance, gender equity, and sustainability.

I have led implementation of ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 systems, developed internal audit plans, managed CAPA processes, and supported ERP-based data monitoring (SAGE X3, TRACC) to enable data-driven decision-making and traceability. I apply tools like root cause analysis, FMEA and Pareto charts to drive continuous improvement and readiness for external certification audits.

I am experienced in training and stakeholder engagement, having delivered participatory capacity building and served as a guest speaker and trainer of trainers. I bring a practical, results-oriented approach to program quality assurance, risk-based auditing, and knowledge capture to help organizations improve compliance and operational performance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

JL

Customer Support Representative

Josmo Consults Ltd

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)

Handled client queries and managed CRM records to improve service delivery and resolution of escalated quality concerns, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer satisfaction.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

IP

Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices

Executive Diploma, Food Science and Technology

2024 - 2024

Completed an Executive Diploma in Food Science and Technology focusing on good manufacturing practices and food safety systems.

Kenyatta University logoKU

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Science, Fashion Design and Marketing

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design and Marketing with coursework combining design, marketing, and business principles.

MK

Moi High School Kabarak

KCSE, Secondary Education

Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at Moi High School Kabarak.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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