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J Ntabari

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Operations and supply chain leader at SparkMeter who directed supply operations across Africa and delivered 200% revenue growth.

Kenya
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At SparkMeter Inc., I led supply operations and supply chain architecture across Africa, supporting regional expansion into low-resource, high-complexity environments. I directed S&OP processes and coordinated contract manufacturing and third-party logistics to support product availability.

At Almasi Beverages Limited, I led end-to-end supply chain operations and S&OP across Kenya and regional markets, reducing costs by 34%. I also reduced inbound logistics costs by KES 14M through a cost-effective logistics system.

At Goodlife Pharmacy Limited, I improved forecasting accuracy by 31% through data-driven demand management and strengthened supplier contract compliance. Across my work, I’ve managed procurement, inventory, warehousing and distribution, including forward and reverse logistics and last-mile delivery.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SparkMeter Inc. logoSI

Senior Operations Director

Jul 2023 - Jun 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Led supply operations and supply chain architecture across Africa, supporting regional expansion into low-resource, high-complexity environments. Directed S&OP processes, managed procurement, inventory, and distribution, and built high-performing remote and hybrid teams.

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa logoCA

Country Procurement Manager

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa

Mar 2020 - Jun 2023 (3 years 3 months)

Managed country procurement operations aligned with group strategies and policies, including vendor due diligence, contracting, and performance management. Oversaw import logistics, warehousing, and distribution, and strengthened risk management frameworks and internal controls.

AL

Supply Chain Manager

Almasi Beverages Limited

May 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 9 months)

Led end-to-end supply chain operations including demand planning, procurement, warehousing, and distribution across Kenya and regional markets. Reduced procurement costs by 34% and inbound logistics costs by KES 14M through cost-effective logistics systems and performance-based contracts.

Goodlife Pharmacy Limited logoGL

Head of Procurement

Goodlife Pharmacy Limited

May 2017 - Apr 2018 (11 months)

Established and realigned the procurement and supply chain function, improving forecasting accuracy by 31% through data-driven demand management. Increased supplier contract compliance by developing SLAs and performance-driven contracts, and strengthened governance through policy review and team capacity building.

AL

General Manager

Ascribe Limited

Jan 2014 - Sep 2016 (2 years 8 months)

Served as General Manager overseeing company operations.

KickStart International logoKI

Director-Supply Management & Procurement

KickStart International

Nov 2007 - Dec 2013 (6 years 1 month)

Directed supply management and procurement activities.

OC

Supply Chain Manager

Oserian Development Company

Jan 2007 - Oct 2007 (9 months)

Managed supply chain operations.

Coca-Cola (Coca-Cola Juices) logoCJ

Supply Chain Manager

Coca-Cola (Coca-Cola Juices)

Nov 2002 - Dec 2006 (4 years 1 month)

Managed supply chain operations for Coca-Cola Juices.

GlaxoSmithKline logoGL

Demand Planner & Customer Service Officer

Nov 1996 - Oct 2002 (5 years 11 months)

Handled demand planning and customer service responsibilities.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Edinburgh Business School logoES

Edinburgh Business School

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration

Pursuing a Masters in Business Administration, expected completion in 2026.

University of Nairobi logoUN

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing

Earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Marketing.

ICF logoIC

ICF

Certified Leadership and Team Coach, Leadership and Team Coaching

Certified as a Leadership and Team Coach.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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