Mumbua Lucy Maweu
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Motion Industrials Ltd, adept in operational strategy development and financial reporting. Excelled in driving cross-functional teams to surpass business targets and foster strong customer relationships, achieving significant efficiency improvements. Skilled in collaborative coaching and strategic planning, consistently delivering market-leading solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Manager
Motion Industrials safety Africa Ltd
Nairobi
01.2024 - Current
- Orchestrated cross-functional efforts to achieve timely completion of initiatives.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify trends in revenue growth or cost reduction opportunities.
- Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
- Aligned commercial activities with strategic company goals by optimizing sales opportunities.
- Used change methodologies to increase sales and led projects for increased productivity.
- Monitored project progress to ensure adherence to agreed upon deadlines.
- Participated in trade shows, conferences, and other events as a representative of the organization.
- Reviewed contracting results monthly to quantify success.
- Priced structures for products for increased profitability.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints regarding products or services delivered.
- Partnered with sales and marketing teams to develop programming related to company initiatives.
- Reviewed, analyzed and negotiated contracts to ensure that all terms and conditions met the company's objectives.
- Developed strategies for cost savings initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Monitored subcontracting processes for protection of business ideals.
- Delivered insights for customers and markets and determined whether existing products met needs.
- Conducted research into new market opportunities and potential clients.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, laws and contractual obligations.
- Prepared presentations for management review highlighting key performance metrics.
- Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Business Performance Manager
Motion Industrials Ltd
Nairobi
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
- Reviewed established procedures to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Designed training programs to improve employee productivity, engagement, and job satisfaction.
- Evaluated existing processes within each department in order to identify areas of optimization or streamlining.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs in the organization.
- Established departmental performance goals, set timeline targets for sales team and trained new employees.
- Developed and monitored performance metrics to ensure successful business operations.
- Conducted regular meetings with management team to discuss current performance trends and suggest corrective actions.
- Interpreted complex data sets into actionable insights that can be used by executive teams when making decisions.
- Developed key performance indicators that measure progress towards strategic goals set by the company's leadership team.
- Prepared presentations outlining current performance status as well as future projections.
- Facilitated cross-functional teams in order to develop solutions that address any shortfalls in meeting expectations.
- Performed gap analysis between desired outcomes and actual results achieved by the business unit.
Operations Manager
Motion Industrials Ltd
Nairobi
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
- Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
- Implemented innovative strategies that reduced operating costs while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers, securing favorable terms.
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows, and promotional initiatives.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses.
Finance Manager
Motion Industrials Ltd
Nairobi
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
- Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
- Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
- Provided guidance on accounting issues related to new business initiatives.
- Managed and forecasted cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations and investments.
- Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
- Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
- Made estimates of funds required for short and long-term financial objectives of organization.
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Ensured accurate and timely compliance with tax filing requirements and other regulatory obligations.
- Maintained accounts payable and receivable records ensuring timely payments are made.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and budgeted performance.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
- Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.
Administrative Assistant
Motion Industrials Ltd
Nairobi
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Compiled data from various sources into organized reports for review by management team.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
- Directed customer inquiries to appropriate department personnel.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
Accounts Assistant
Sparkles Carpets & Household
Nairobi
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Checked figures and postings for correct entry and proper codes.
- Prepared and processed invoices, payments and bank deposits.
- Researched, analyzed and resolved billing issues with customers or vendors promptly.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Reconciled bank statements on a regular basis.
- Liaised with vendors and suppliers to negotiate payment terms and resolve billing issues.
- Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash fund.
- Generated monthly financial reports for management review.
- Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.
- Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
- Participated in month end closing process by preparing journal entries and accruals.
- Prepared and processed payroll.
Education
Diploma Business Management & Adminstration
Zetech University
Nairobi11-2018
High School Study
St.Angelas High School
Kitui11-2014
Skills
- Collaborative Skills Coaching
- Operational Strategy Development
- Product line management
- Operational Leadership
- Strategic planning
- Market trends
- Customer relationship management
- Competitive analysis
- Financial reporting
- Proposal development
- Change management
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Key performance indicators
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commercial Manager
Motion Industrials safety Africa Ltd
01.2024 - Current
Business Performance Manager
Motion Industrials Ltd
01.2023 - 01.2024
Operations Manager
Motion Industrials Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2022
Finance Manager
Motion Industrials Ltd
03.2019 - 04.2020
Administrative Assistant
Motion Industrials Ltd
07.2018 - 03.2019
Accounts Assistant
Sparkles Carpets & Household
11.2017 - 06.2018
Diploma Business Management & Adminstration
Zetech University
High School Study
St.Angelas High School