Vimbainashe Saburi
@vimbainashesaburi
I am an operations leader specializing in production optimization and lean manufacturing.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I am an operations professional with an MBA and a BSc in Operations Research and Statistics. I focus on optimizing manufacturing processes and ensuring seamless production flow.
I have driven measurable results in production roles, increasing throughput (from 6 mt/hr to 8.81 mt/hr), improving target throughput by 15%, cutting equipment downtime by 25%, and reducing production costs through targeted initiatives.
I deploy Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma principles, ERP systems, and rigorous KPI monitoring to deliver efficiency, quality, and cost control. I also have strong experience in production planning, inventory management, safety compliance, and supplier cost reductions.
I lead teams to improve performance, align production with demand, and implement continuous improvement programs that support sustainable operational gains.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Production Manager
National Foods Limited
May 2025 - Present (3 months)
Developed daily and weekly production plans and managed day-to-day operations, implementing Lean practices to optimize output, reduce waste, and ensure quality while coordinating maintenance and cross-functional alignment.
Production Controller (Feed Plants)
National Foods Limited
Jul 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 10 months)
Increased production output from 6 mt/hr to 8.81 mt/hr by diagnosing inefficiencies and executing process improvements, raising throughput 15% and reducing equipment downtime 25% while cutting conversion costs 10%.
Production Controller (Additives)
National Foods Limited
May 2018 - Jun 2023 (5 years 1 month)
Refined production planning to increase output 15%, led SHE initiatives achieving a 0% incident rate, streamlined raw material procurement to reduce costs 10% and improved overall production cost efficiency 12%.
Production Planner
National Foods Limited
Mar 2017 - May 2018 (1 year 2 months)
Optimized production schedules to achieve 95% adherence to timelines, reduced raw material waste 15%, improved reporting precision 20% and cut downtime 30% through dynamic scheduling and resource allocation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Management Training Bureau
Certificate in Project Management, Project Management
Certificate in Project Management awarded August 2025 by Management Training Bureau.
MUMidlands State University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Master's in Business Administration completed December 2023 at Midlands State University's School of Business Leadership.
NTNational University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Operations Research and Statistics
BSc (Honours) in Operations Research and Statistics completed November 2016 at the National University of Science and Technology.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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