Brian Kuhuni
Regional Manager
Harare
Summary
Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
ABC Auctions
08.2020 - Current
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Mentored junior staff members to develop their skills in warehousing operations, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth.
Agribusiness Development Advisor
Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Enhanced project outcomes by providing expert guidance and support to development teams.
- Conducted thorough research and analysis to inform decision-making processes, contributing to the success of various initiatives.
- Spearheaded fundraising campaigns that successfully generated financial resources necessary for project execution.
- Attended conferences and industry events to discuss consulting opportunities.
- Established strong partnerships with local organizations, fostering collaborative efforts to achieve development goals.
Agricultural Extension Advisor
Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Organized market linkages for rural farmers, increasing their annual incomes by an average of 25%.
- Participated in regional conferences and workshops related to agricultural extension work, staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging best practices.
- Collaborated with local agricultural extension agents/organizations to address potential pest or disease outbreaks promptly, minimizing crop damage and loss.
- Managed and allocated budget resources for various agricultural extension projects, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
- Collaborated with local agricultural extension agents to stay informed on industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies that could improve farm operations.
- Guided adoption of low-impact farming practices in agricultural projects, boosting crop yields while preserving soil health.
- Organized successful community events that showcased extension programs while fostering increased public awareness and support.
Retail Branch Manager
CFI T/a Farm and City
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Increased foot traffic into store locations by fostering partnerships with local businesses driving cross-promotional marketing campaigns.
- Boosted sales performance by training employees in effective selling techniques and product knowledge.
- Streamlined branch operations for improved efficiency, managing staff schedules, inventory control, and budgeting.
- Ensured a welcoming environment for customers through diligent facility maintenance, merchandising displays, and staff appearance standards.
- Collaborated with regional management to develop strategic marketing plans that increased brand visibility within the community.
- Conducted timely performance evaluations of staff members, offering constructive feedback for ongoing growth and success.
- Oversaw store merchandising ensuring visually appealing displays that enticed customers to make purchases.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing options on products and services for the branch location.
Regional Project Manager
Zimbabwe Farmers Union (ZFU)
01.2007 - 06.2013
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion and optimal resource utilization.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations that resulted in mutually beneficial outcomes for both parties involved in the projects'' implementation.
- Conducted regular status updates with key stakeholders to maintain transparency and ensure alignment on project goals.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement for future initiatives.
- Coordinated training programs for team members, enhancing their skill sets and contributing to overall project success.
- Maintained meticulous documentation throughout projects'' lifecycle, ensuring accurate record-keeping and ease of future reference when needed.
- Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders, resulting in increased collaboration and project success.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior staff members in their career development while fostering a positive work environment.
Agricultural Economist
Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Rural Development
02.2004 - 12.2006
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex economic issues and drive impactful solutions.
- Supported thought-leadership topics to facilitate dialogue with policymakers and shape outcomes.
- Generated, analyzed and reported data to forecast market trends and explain economic phenomena.
- Worked effectively to influence key players across private and public sectors.
- Assisted in policy-making decisions by providing well-researched recommendations based on economic trends and projections.
- Participated in international conferences, collaborating with global experts to exchange knowledge and best practices related to current economic challenges faced worldwide.
Education
Master of Science - Monitoring and Evaluation degree
05.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Monitoring and Evaluation degree
Lupane State University
05.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness degree
Solusi University
Bulawayo 05.2000 - 09.2003
MBA - General
University of Nicosia
Cyprus, Larnaca 05.2024 - Current
Skills
Operations management
Affiliations
- Institute of Project Management of Zimbabwe
- VSO Zimbabwe Volunteers Association
Reference
- Tafadzwa Sekeso, Manager, Southern African Network of Prisons (SANOP), Mobile number+27 72 624 398, E-Mail Tafadzwa.Sekeso@vsoint.org
- Christina Svovera, Human Resources Manager, ABC Auctions, Mobile number +263 781 706 256, Email hr@abcauctions.co.zw
- Nyasha Ngove (Human Resources Assistant, ABC Auctions, Harare Mobile number +263 71 893 3847, Email hrassistant@abcauctions.co.zw
Timeline
MBA - General
University of Nicosia
05.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Monitoring and Evaluation degree
05.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Monitoring and Evaluation degree
Lupane State University
05.2022 - 11.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
ABC Auctions
08.2020 - Current
Agribusiness Development Advisor
Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)
06.2016 - 03.2019
Agricultural Extension Advisor
Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)
02.2015 - 01.2016
Retail Branch Manager
CFI T/a Farm and City
08.2013 - 01.2015
Regional Project Manager
Zimbabwe Farmers Union (ZFU)
01.2007 - 06.2013
Agricultural Economist
Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Rural Development
02.2004 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness degree
Solusi University
05.2000 - 09.2003
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