HESBONE OCHIENG JAGANYI
Summary
Results-driven Logistics and Supply Chain Professional with 10+ years of experience managing logistics operations, fleet management, warehouse coordination, demand & supply planning, and route optimization. Proven record of accomplishment in reducing operational costs, increasing forecast accuracy, and improving delivery efficiency across diverse distribution networks. Adept in using ERP tools (SAP, NAV MSD 365), route planning software (FLO, Route-Builder, Control Hub), and performance analytics to optimize logistics performance. Recognized for strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvement in high-pressure environments.
Professional logistics leader equipped for demands of managing distribution operations. Proven ability to optimize supply chain processes, ensure timely deliveries, and maintain high standards of inventory control. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to dynamic environments. Skilled in warehouse management, transportation coordination, and process improvement, with focus on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Distribution Manager
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa – Almasi Bottlers Ltd
11.2022 - Current
- Develop and manage the company’s distribution strategy to ensure cost-effective, timely, and accurate delivery of goods.
- Oversee warehouse operations, transportation, and inventory control processes.
- Monitor and optimize distribution networks, including routing, scheduling, and carrier management.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage relationships with logistics providers, transporters, and suppliers.
- Implement KPIs and performance metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, cost per shipment, order accuracy).
- Lead and develop the distribution team (warehouse staff, drivers, planners).
- Collaborate with sales, procurement, and supply chain teams to align distribution with business needs.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve service levels.
- Manage the distribution budget and control operating expenses.
Distribution Planner
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa-Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Effective routing of sales deliveries, ensuring the most cost effective routing
- Working closely with warehouse, technical service and order management teams.
- Routing, scheduling and planning for sales deliveries using FLO,Route-Builder & Control Hub
- Tracking customer orders and ensuring timely delivery – ODIF
- Controlling logistics costs on fuel, tires, outsourced costs and labor through effective route management
- Managing people through driver development, performance management, and customer relations
- Managing all telemetry accounts for distribution
Demand & Supply Planner
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa-Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Develop and maintain accurate 12-month rolling demand and supply forecasts.
- Analyze supply chain performance to identify cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Track and optimize inventory to balance customer demand, minimize waste, and reduce costs.
- Support the S&OP process with risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and forecast accuracy improvements.
- Collaborate with production, sales, marketing, and procurement to align operations with demand.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including labeling, excise duty, and environmental standards.
Stock Controller
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa-Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Maintain accurate stock records in the system (ERP/VMS).
- Conduct regular cycle counts and stock reconciliations.
- Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO) to minimize obsolescence.
- Raise purchase orders when stock falls below reorder levels.
- Maintain optimal stock levels without overstocking.
- Update inventory management systems with accurate data.
- Adhere to health, safety, and quality standards in storage and handling.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Identify and investigate stock variances.
- Implement controls to reduce stock loss, expiry, or obsolescence.
Education
Certified Supply Chain Professional -
APICS
01.2025
Bachelor of Business and Information Technology - undefined
Multimedia University of Kenya
01.2015
KCSE - undefined
St Mary’s Yala
01.2009
Skills
Communication Management
Resource Allocation
Compliance Management
Creative problem Solving
Fleet Management
Key Stakeholder Management
Revenue generation
Negotiation
Organization Skills
Customer Experience
Warehousing operations
Logistics planning
Transportation management
Distribution strategy
Logistics management
Logistics processes planning
Supply chain solutions
Staff management
Supply chain coordination
References
Available on Request
Certification
Certified Supply Chain Professional
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Certified Supply Chain Professional
06-2025
Distribution Manager
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa – Almasi Bottlers Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Distribution Planner
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa-Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
01.2019 - 10.2022
Demand & Supply Planner
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa-Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2019
Stock Controller
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa-Nairobi Bottlers Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Business and Information Technology - undefined
Multimedia University of Kenya
KCSE - undefined
St Mary’s Yala
Certified Supply Chain Professional -
APICS