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Fredrick Ngari Kibathi

Fredrick Ngari Kibathi

General Manager

Highest degree :

MBA

Field of study :

Strategic Management

Location :

Nairobi, Kenya

Citizenships :

Kenyan

Experience :

23 Year(s)

Countries :

Kenya, Zambia

Gender :

Male

Sectors :

Business and Consulting Services

Senior Commercial Leader with 23+ years of experience driving business growth, commercial strategy, and market expansion across East and Southern Africa in FMCG and industrial sectors. Proven ability in leading teams, managing P&L, and executing high-impact initiatives in dynamic B2B environments. Expert in stakeholder engagement, financial management, and strategic leadership.

Experience

General Manager

Nairobi , Kenya

Meffier East Africa Ltd

May 2022

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Present

Developed and implemented commercial strategies aligned with growth objectives. Led cross-functional teams across trading, marketing, and supply chain, ensuring operational excellence. Managed full P&L, budgeting, and market forecasts, driving regional profitability. Cultivated key partnerships and evaluated market trends for strategic investment.

Sales and Marketing Consultant

Nairobi

Omya International AG

May 2017

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May 2022

Executed market entry and business development strategies across Eastern and Southern Africa. Managed multi-product portfolio and enhanced customer retention in a competitive landscape. Built market analysis systems to support growth and innovation

Business Development Director

Nairobi, Kenya

Diversey Eastern and Central Africa Ltd

April 2012

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May 2017

Orchestrated commercial planning, go-to-market strategy, and performance tracking across Eastern and Southern Africa. Expanded market share by 27% in four years and led cross-border stakeholder engagement while managing multicultural teams.

Area Manager

Nairobi, Kenya

Nalco Africa Pty Ltd

March 2011

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May 2012

Managed business operations, business development and supply chain for Food and Beverage segment and water treatment clients.

Area Manager

Nairobi , Kenya

Improchem Pty Ltd

January 2006

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June 2011

Managed business operations, business development and supply chain segments for clients in East and Central Africa. Grew customer base by 63%, maintained low attrition, and led business strategy implementation.

Education

Masters

Nairobi, Kenya

Catholic University of Eastern Africa Ltd

January 2010

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October 2012

Strategic Management

Awards & Certificates

Counselor Sales Person

South Africa

Wilson Learning International

2010

Quality Management Systems ISO 9001:2008

Nairobi

MMC Africa

2012

Auditor training and Certification

Business Acumen 11

Nairobi

Sealed Air

2012

Business Management Ethics

Anti Bribery Principles

Nairobi, Kenya

Sealed Air

2012

Better Business Writing

Nairobi, Kenya

KPMG

2000

Basic First Aid

Nairobi , Kenya

Red Cross

2012

Skills

commercial Strategy

Market Analysis

Team Leadership

P&L and Budgeting

FMCG Dynamics

Project and team leadership, situation analysis, project development and evaluation, surveys, data analysis, policy development and analysis

ERP/CRM Salesforce

Regulatory Compliance

Food Safety Standards and HACCP