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Wayne Kigen

@waynekigen

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Product management and supply chain professional driving cost-efficient commercialization of research-driven products.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead procurement-to-market operations, drive cost efficiencies, collaborate cross-functionally, and help commercialize research-driven agricultural products.

I am a product management and supply chain professional with proven experience optimizing procurement, inventory, and go-to-market strategies within agricultural and public-sector organizations.

At KALRO I led product lifecycle management from procurement to market launch, implemented cost-reduction measures that cut procurement expenses by 15%, and reduced stockouts by 20% to support timely agricultural trials and product rollouts.

I combine cross-functional collaboration, regulatory compliance knowledge, and supplier relationship management with ongoing MBA studies and certifications in agricultural sustainability and customs management to accelerate commercialization of research outputs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Center Supply Chain Officer

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Kenya Agricultural & Livestock Research Organization

Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Led product lifecycle management and go-to-market strategies, reducing procurement expenses by 15% and cutting stockouts by 20% to support timely agricultural trials and commercialization of research outputs.

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Inventory Management Vendor Management Go To Market Strategy Cross Functional Collaboration Risk Management

Procurement Intern

Kenya Dairy Board

Mar 2023 - Feb 2024 (11 months)

Supported strategic procurement for dairy research and regulatory projects, enhancing vendor management and contributing to a 10% reduction in procurement spending.

Strategic Sourcing Vendor Management Contract Negotiation Regulatory Compliance Cost Control Procurement

Procurement Intern

National Irrigation Authority

Jan 2022 - Feb 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Streamlined procurement workflows, reducing tender evaluation turnaround time by 15% and supporting contractor selection for large-scale irrigation projects while ensuring public procurement compliance.

Public Procurement Contract Management & Compliance Process Improvement Project Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Cyberjaya University College of Medical Sciences

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Pursuing a Master of Business Administration focused on advanced management and leadership practices to support strategic roles in product management and supply chain.

Kenya School of Revenue Administration

Diploma, Customs Administration

Diploma in Customs Administration with specialization in logistics, customs procedures, and international trade to support supply chain and procurement functions.

Management University of Africa

Bachelor's Degree, Management and Leadership

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Management and Leadership with emphasis on organizational leadership and management principles applicable to supply chain and product strategy.