DERRICK MWANGI THUKU
Nakuru
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Deraton Patch Farm, enhancing operational efficiency and profit growth. Skilled in farm equipment operation and performance management, I excel in optimizing resources and fostering customer relations. Achieved significant improvements in productivity and cost reductions through innovative strategies and quality control measures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Manager
Deraton Patch Farm
Nakuru
02.2023 - Current
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
- Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
- Provided guidance to staff members on how best to handle difficult tasks or situations encountered during their daily duties.
- Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
- Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximize resource utilization and consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Handled money by accurately setting up registers, balancing drawers and preparing daily deposits.
- Worked closely with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing on supplies needed for operation of the farm.
- Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
- Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
Supervisor
General Motors
Nairobi
01.2018 - 02.2023
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
- Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
- Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing error rates.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective resources.
Supervisor
Nairobi Hospital
Nairobi
03.2014 - 12.2017
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Created new strategies for improving customer service standards within the organization.
- Managed team of 12 employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
Regional Sales Agent
Population Services International PSI Kenya
Mombasa
08.2008 - 02.2014
- Generated leads through cold calling, online searches, and referrals from existing clients.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
- Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
- Developed relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Attended meetings with current and prospective customers to discuss their business needs.
- Maintained attractive merchandise displays to maximize purchases.
Education
Certificate in Agripreneurship - Agripreneurship
Baraka Agricultural College
Molo06-2025
IATA Diploma - Tour Management
DIMA COLLEGE NAIROBI
Nairobi09.2008
Certificate - Tour Operations and Guiding
DIMA COLLEGE
01.2007
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
NJORO BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2004
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
BUSARA FOREST VIEW ACADEMY
01.2000
Skills
- Profit growth
- Operational improvement
- Farm equipment operation
- Food safety regulations
- Documentation skills
- Certification management
- Customer relations
- Performance management
daysraw@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/11/86
- Nationality: Kenyan
References
- Benjamin Ngige, Project Manager, Safaricom Ltd, +254722989601, benjapatrick@gmail.com
- Purity Mugiira, Head of Department, Dima College, +254726152513
- Daniel Mwangi, Human Resource Manager, Highlands Mineral Water Company Ltd, +254715922394, a.d.mwangi@gmail.com
Aspiration
I am keen to achieve my career goal which is to use communication and interaction skills to raise awareness in the developing world.
Personal Qualities
- Ability to work well with others under minimal supervision
- Responsible and self motivated
- High level interpersonal skills
- An effective problem solver with the ability to work under pressure in fast paced challenged environments
Certification
- Certificate in First Aid - St John's Ambulance
Timeline
Farm Manager
Deraton Patch Farm
02.2023 - Current
Supervisor
General Motors
01.2018 - 02.2023
Supervisor
Nairobi Hospital
03.2014 - 12.2017
Regional Sales Agent
Population Services International PSI Kenya
08.2008 - 02.2014
- Certificate in First Aid - St John's Ambulance
Certificate in Agripreneurship - Agripreneurship
Baraka Agricultural College
IATA Diploma - Tour Management
DIMA COLLEGE NAIROBI
Certificate - Tour Operations and Guiding
DIMA COLLEGE
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
NJORO BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
BUSARA FOREST VIEW ACADEMY
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