Strategic Operations & Supply Chain Leader

ANTONY MWENDA KABURI

Kenya +254-***-****** ****************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/tony- mwenda-36aa42a9

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Strategic Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain Professional with 7+ years of progressive experience driving operational excellence, cross-functional coordination, and scalable systems within fast-paced manufacturing and FMCG environments. Proven ability to strengthen operational structures, optimize procurement and logistics processes, improve inventory and financial controls, and support business continuity across complex operational environments. Experienced in aligning operational execution with organizational goals through data-driven planning, stakeholder coordination, ERP-enabled process management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Recognized for delivering measurable operational impact, including recovery of over KES 8.8M through supply chain optimization initiatives and implementation of process improvement frameworks such as 5S and Kaizen. Brings strong operational leadership capabilities, analytical problem-solving, and a hands-on execution mindset suited to high-growth, mission-driven organizations. Adept at working across procurement, logistics, finance coordination, inventory planning, supplier management, compliance support, and operational reporting within lean and rapidly evolving environments. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Global & Country Operations Support

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination

• Inventory & Demand Planning

• ERP Systems (SAP Business One)

• Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

• Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management

• Risk Mitigation & Business Continuity

• KPI Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Vendor & Contract Management

• Financial & Operational Controls

• Systems Standardization & Process Optimization

• Continuous Improvement (5S, Kaizen)

• Team Coordination & Operational Leadership

• Data Analysis & Decision Support

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Procurement & Supply Chain Officer

Capwell Industries Limited Sep 2025 – Present

• Develop and align weekly procurement and production support plans to ensure uninterrupted factory operations across fast-moving manufacturing environments.

• Coordinate cross-functional operational activities between procurement, production, inventory, logistics, and finance teams.

• Monitor procurement execution and proactively mitigate supply chain risks to maintain operational continuity.

• Prepare supply review reports and operational insights to support strategic planning and decision-making.

• Optimize inventory levels and safety stock parameters to improve working capital efficiency and reduce stock-out risk.

• Manage ERP-enabled procurement processes from requisition to payment (PR–PO– GRN–Payment cycle).

• Support Integrated Business Planning (IBP) through spend analysis, variance reporting, and demand coordination.

• Coordinate inbound logistics and customs clearance activities to ensure timely material availability.

• Contribute to operational efficiency initiatives focused on process reliability, accountability, and scalability.

Procurement & Supply Planning Assistant

Capwell Industries Limited Sep 2022 – Sep 2025

• Built and aligned procurement and production support plans to ensure seamless operational execution.

• Forecasted material requirements in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to improve supply reliability.

• Monitored procurement execution and escalated operational risks for timely resolution.

• Prepared operational and supply review insights to support management decision- making.

• Optimized inventory holdings and replenishment processes to improve service levels and reduce excess stock.

• Managed end-to-end ERP procurement cycles while ensuring compliance and process accuracy.

• Coordinated inbound logistics and supplier deliveries to support uninterrupted production schedules.

• Led a successful 3PL recovery initiative that recovered over KES 8.8M through operational reconciliation and process improvement.

• Supported operational standardization and reporting routines to improve accountability and performance visibility.

Stores & Inventory Planning Assistant

Capwell Industries Limited Apr 2020 – Aug 2022

• Developed and maintained Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support accurate production planning and inventory management.

• Coordinated inventory planning activities aligned with production schedules and operational priorities.

• Led stock reconciliations and inventory accuracy initiatives to strengthen operational controls.

• Optimized warehouse utilization and material flow processes to improve operational efficiency.

• Supported co-packing operations and inventory coordination across multiple operational requirements.

• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives using 5S and Kaizen methodologies.

• Contributed to operational reporting, process standardization, and inventory governance. Dispatch & Logistics Assistant

Capwell Industries Limited Nov 2019 – Mar 2020

• Coordinated dispatch scheduling and transportation planning to support timely order fulfillment.

• Monitored logistics performance and supported operational issue resolution.

• Assisted in stock balancing across locations to improve inventory availability and operational responsiveness.

• Maintained delivery coordination and documentation processes. Sales & Customer Support

Equator Wines Agencies Feb 2014 – Nov 2016

• Forecasted customer demand and coordinated order processing activities.

• Supported last-mile delivery coordination and customer fulfillment operations.

• Maintained strong customer relationships through responsive service and issue resolution.

• Assisted in operational coordination between sales, inventory, and logistics teams. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Management

Mount Kenya University

Bachelor of Education (Arts)

Maasai Mara University

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) – In Progress

• SAP Business One ERP Proficiency

• Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

• Continuous Improvement: 5S & Kaizen

TECHNOLOGY & SYSTEMS

SAP Business One Microsoft Office ERP Procurement Systems Inventory Management Systems Data Reporting & Analysis Tools

SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

• Recovered over KES 8.8M through a supply chain and 3PL reconciliation initiative.

• Maintained 95%+ OTIF operational support through coordinated procurement and inventory planning.

• Improved operational continuity through proactive procurement risk mitigation and inventory optimization.

• Supported process standardization initiatives that enhanced operational visibility, accountability, and efficiency.

ALIGNMENT WITH ROLE

• Strong operational background across procurement, logistics, inventory, coordination, reporting, and process improvement.

• Experience operating in lean, fast-paced environments requiring high ownership and adaptability.

• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional stakeholders and maintain operational continuity.

• Skilled in building structured operational processes and driving measurable efficiency improvements.

• Deep understanding of operational realities within Sub-Saharan Africa.

• Passionate about mission-driven organizations focused on scalable impact and operational excellence.

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