Solomon M. Wandaire is a seasoned strategic business leader with over 15 years of experience in various industries, including e-commerce, retail, logistics, and food processing. He is currently the Head of Business at KenMeat Limited, a leading meat processing and distribution company in Kenya.In his previous roles, he has demonstrated his ability to drive and influence the strategic direction of businesses, increase revenues, manage budgets, optimize operations, and lead teams. He has also developed and implemented sales strategies, branch strategies, business performance, and decision support for functional outcomes. As Head of Retail at Farmers Choice Limited, he increased the annual revenues from 10M USD to 35M USD in two years, by securing and developing retail business, managing tenders and responses for commercial contracts, and building and maintaining relationships with key accounts. As Managing Director at DHL Express, Mbabane - Swaziland, he grew the bottom line to USD 6M within six months, by growing volumes and efficiencies.Solomon M. Wandaire is passionate about delivering value to customers, stakeholders, and employees. He has strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, and a master's degree in strategic management. He is also proficient in e-commerce, employee engagement, and marketing. He is motivated by challenges, opportunities, and innovation, and strives to achieve excellence and growth for KenMeat and the meat industry.
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Country ManagerAquantuoNairobi County, Kenya -
Head Of BusinessKenmeat Limited Oct 2022 - PresentNairobi County, Kenya -
Head Of RetailFarmer'S Choice Limited Feb 2020 - Jun 2022KenyaIncreases annual revenues from 10M Usd to 35M USD in 2 years by securing and developing retail business farmers choice business;Contributing to the development and management of the annual commercial business plan and budget amounting to USD 100M; -
Country ManagerDhl Express May 2018 - Jan 2019SwazilandGrew bottom line to USD 6M within 6 months through growing volumes and efficiencies; -
Head Of ImportsDhl Express May 2016 - Apr 2018KenyaWorked with carriers, warehouse operators and distribution networks to negotiate friendly tariffs hence saving 40,000 USD;Ensured compliance with government bodies like Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) in all imports;Negotiate with National Bank of Kenya (NBK) to have an internal branch to ensure faster payments of taxes; -
Station ManagerDhl Express Dec 2014 - Apr 2016Mombasa, KenyaGrew annual revenues from USD 5M to USD 12m in my last year here through effective development, coaching, training and mentoring of 200 staff to effectively perform their roles and set targets; -
Account ManagerDhl Express Apr 2011 - Nov 2014Nairobi, KenyaHandled a portfolio of customers with annual revenue of USD 1M;Grew sales from USD 700,000 to USD 1M in 2 years;Managed relationships internally to ensure efficient service provision and resolution of customer queries; -
Account ManagerG4S Jan 2009 - Mar 2011Mombasa, KenyaNew business acquisitionMaintain existing businessDebt collectionGrowth of existing businessResolution of Queries
Solomon Maina(Mba) Education Details
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Strategic Management -
Second Class -
Kenya Institute Of ManagementMarketing/Marketing Management, General
Frequently Asked Questions about Solomon Maina(Mba)
What company does Solomon Maina(Mba) work for?
Solomon Maina(Mba) works for Aquantuo
What is Solomon Maina(Mba)'s role at the current company?
Solomon Maina(Mba)'s current role is Country Manager.
What schools did Solomon Maina(Mba) attend?
Solomon Maina(Mba) attended University Of Nairobi, Moi University, Kenya Institute Of Management.
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