I’m looking to lead QEHS/compliance transformation, customer service, logistics and operations across regions — owning ISO 9001/14001/45001 programs, audit excellence, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
Maurine Masinde
@maurinemasinde
Regional QEHS, logistics, customer service, operations compliance leader transforming systems to drive audit excellence and operational efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I can leverage over 15 years of expertise in Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety (QEHS) management, customer service, logistics, and operations to deliver measurable results. Having successfully managed compliance programs and teams across East Africa, Zambia, and South Africa, I bring a proven track record of leading multi-country operations with excellence and adaptability. I have a track record of delivering zero non-conformities in over 30 audits across East Africa, Zambia, and South Africa. Adept in risk management, strategy deployment, project management, and stakeholder engagement with demonstrated success in driving compliance, reducing customer complaints, and improving operational efficiency. Recognized for leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and coaching teams to achieve business excellence in dynamic, multi-country environments.
Major accomplishments:
• Successfully led 30+ internal and external audits across East Africa, Zambia, and South Africa with zero major non-conformities, strengthening compliance and stakeholder confidence.
• Transitioned QMS and EHS systems to updated ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards and migrated data into SKF Intelex digital platform, ensuring global alignment and seamless remote accessibility.
• Implemented logistics improvement projects supporting new business models (DCD Shipments), driving operational efficiency and reducing delivery lead times, recognized with an excellence award in 2022.
• Spearheaded customer complaints analysis program that achieved a consistent downward trend, enhancing customer satisfaction and reducing service recovery costs.
• Awarded Best Performance in QMS & EHS (NE Africa Region) for excellence in audit management, continuous improvement, and remote cross-border coordination.
• Successfully trained, mentored, and onboarded cross-functional teams in Kenya and Zambia on QMS, EHS, and logistics systems, improving compliance awareness, safety culture, and remote team collaboration.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead QEHS system development and implementation across Central & Eastern Africa and Zambia, ensuring ISO compliance, audit readiness, and operational risk mitigation. Coordinated 30+ audits with zero major non-conformities, transitioned QMS/EHS to ISO 9001/14001/45001 with SKF Intelex digital migration, and improved logistics and customer complaint trends.
QMS & EHS Manager
SKF Kenya Ltd
Apr 2014 - May 2023 (9 years 1 month)
Directed site-level quality and EHS management to ensure ISO compliance, continuous improvement, and regulatory alignment. Managed audit planning and training, led cross-site audits across Zambia and South Africa, and implemented safety and compliance initiatives to strengthen risk reduction and workplace controls.
Customer Service & Logistics Associate
SKF Kenya Ltd
Feb 2013 - May 2023 (10 years 3 months)
Managed end-to-end customer service and logistics processes, including order management, import documentation, customs clearance, and shipment coordination. Improved customer satisfaction through RFQ/quotation and order follow-ups, and enhanced supply chain efficiency by optimizing orders and monitoring inventory and warehousing performance.
Procurement Officer
Weetabix East Africa Ltd
Apr 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 9 months)
Handled procurement activities to support supply needs, including sourcing and purchasing coordination within the organization. Assisted in maintaining supplier and purchasing processes aligned with business requirements.
Procurement Assistant
Glacier Products Ltd
Feb 2010 - Mar 2011 (1 year 1 month)
Supported procurement operations by assisting with purchasing tasks and coordination across procurement workflows. Helped ensure timely procurement support for business operations and stakeholder needs.
Administrator
Mall To Mall Designs Ltd
Feb 2009 - Jan 2010 (11 months)
Provided administrative support to enable smooth day-to-day operations within the organization. Coordinated routine administrative tasks to support teams and internal processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenya Institute of Management
Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Purchasing and Supplies Management
2010 - 2011
Completed a Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management at the Kenya Institute of Management (2010–2011).
Strathmore University
ACCA, Accounting
2006 - 2008
Studied Accounting and ACCA at Strathmore University (2006–2008).
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology and Economics
2004 - 2008
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Economics from the University of Nairobi (2004–2008).
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