Daisy Wachira, Mba Email & Phone Number

Hello! I’m Daisy, an experienced professional in operations, supply chain management, and category management with a diverse background spanning the Beverage, Banking, and Pharmaceutical retail sectors. My career journey has taught me to navigate complexity with simplicity and efficiency, embracing agility and customer focus. Each challenge has shaped me into the agile professional I am today.Why I Do What I Do:A Symphony of Operations and Strategy: My passion for operations, supply chain, and category management goes beyond a career—it's a dedication to improvement. I excel in unlocking potential in processes, products, teams, revenues, and margins, driving transformative outcomes. Foreseeing market trends, nurturing supplier relationships, and crafting resonant strategies are my specialties.As a Category Manager for the largest retail pharmaceutical chain in East Africa, overseeing the growth and optimization of the OTC category, I've achieved notable results:I increased category sales from KES 86M to over KES 128M per month within a year, driving 52.8% YoY growth as of August 2024. I successfully negotiated favorable supplier discounts, raising gross margins to 40.8%, well above the 38% target. In 2023, I secured KES 10.36M in savings through strategic bulk purchases and bonus buys, with KES 7.5M YTD savings in 2024. Additionally, I introduced new products that boosted monthly sales revenue by KES 15M.Continuous Learner:With a foundation in Finance, an MBA in Operations Management, and currently diving into the world of data analytics with Google, my educational journey reflects my belief in lifelong learning and the power of data in sculpting the future of business. Additionally, I have honed my project management skills, ensuring successful execution and delivery of key initiatives.Beyond the Boardroom:Away from the spreadsheets and strategy sessions, you might find me lost in the tranquility of nature or the joy of culinary experimentation. It’s in these moments of balance that I find the clarity and creativity to bring back to my professional endeavors.Why Connect with Me?I offer a unique blend of operational expertise, strategic foresight, and exceptional people skills. My passion lies in building lasting relationships and fostering collaborative environments. If you’re interested in driving growth, embracing challenges, and creating impactful outcomes together, let’s connect.