Evance Richard Buretta

Operational Excellence & KPI Deliver. Direct and oversee all daily Cocoa and Vanilla production, laboratory, and product development activities to consistently achieve output, quality, and delivery KPIs. Accountable for managing departmental budgets, controlling costs (COGs), and optimizing the use and maintenance of all departmental assets.  Compliance & Quality Assurance: Serve as the subject matter expert and leader responsible for ensuring strict adherence to FSSC 22000 on Vanilla and cocoa production and all relevant safety, health, environmental, and certification standards. Accountable for the creation, currency, and validity of all departmental SOPs and work instructions.  Strategic Continuous Improvement: Apply and lead the implementation of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvement, robust data analysis, and systematic problem-solving across production and development cycles.  Team Leadership & Talent Development: Translate strategic company objectives into clear departmental targets and actionable plans. Accountable for the full talent lifecycle, including recruiting, coaching, performance management (KPIs, PIPs), and developing a strong talent pipeline in full compliance with Tanzanian labor law.  Information Management & Reporting: Develop, manage, and ensure the integrity of Information Management Systems for tracking, analyzing, and reporting crucial data (calibration, test results, costs, etc.). Responsible for producing and presenting regular performance reports with analysis and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Responsible for managing and supervising sunflower oil production operations, focusing on yield optimization, quality assurance, and cost control. Develop and implement business strategies that have increased oil yield by 15% and reduced operational costs by 20%.  Prepare financial and operational performance reports to guide decision-making and align production with profitability goals. Build and maintain supplier and buyer relationships to ensure sustainable raw material flow and market stability. Mentor production teams to enhance performance and compliance with operational standards.  I work directly with local farmers, suppliers, and buyers, building relationships that ensure a reliable flow of raw materials and sustained market demand.  Manage and supervise sunflower oil production operations to maximize yield and product quality.  Develop and implement strategies to increase and maintain oil extraction efficiency.  Prepare detailed production and financial performance reports (daily, weekly, monthly).  Mentor and train production teams on safety, performance, and productivity standards.  Coordinate customer recruitment and retention to grow company revenue and market share.  Advise Board of directors on raw material sourcing strategies and cost optimization teams, instailling a performance-based culture aligned with company goals.

Oversaw zonal cereal operations, including business planning, budgeting, production, and financial reporting. Led the preparation and implementation of zonal business plans and market strategies to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.  Zonal business operations supervision involving cereal aggregation, processing, storage, and distribution. Preparation of annual business plans, monitored financial performance, and led the implementation of operational budgets and quality standards.  Monitored and analyzed production and sales data, providing recommendations to management on performance improvement and pricing policies. Built strong relationships with farmers, traders, and logistics partners to strengthen the supply chain and market presence.  Successfully reduced production costs by 30% while maintaining product quality and developed commercial networks in Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda. These achievements demonstrate strategic business management, client relationship development, and market analysis.  Oversaw zonal operations including production, logistics, and sales of cereals (rice, maize, beans).  Developed and implemented zonal business plans and quality control systems.  Monitored workflow, process variables, and resource utilization for cost control and profitability.  Led a multidisciplinary team achieving key financial, safety, and quality objectives.  Conducted market price evaluations and commercial analysis to support procurement and sales strategies.  Reduced production costs while maintaining constant product pricing and quality consistency.  Managed stakeholder relations and provided regular reports to Board of directors and zonal management.

 Supervised daily rice milling operations, ensuring compliance with production targets and quality standards. Prepared daily and weekly performance reports and coordinated material supply, maintenance, and process optimization.  Supervised rice production lines and preventive maintenance schedules.  Commissioned PLC/SCADA systems and implemented machine safety protocols.  Coordinated raw material supply, drying, milling, and packaging operations.  Ensured compliance with quality assurance standards and product specifications.  Implemented process improvements by reducing material wastage.