Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
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AZAGEI SAVAN

QUATRE BORNES
AZAGEI SAVAN

Summary

With over 15 years of expertise in Quality and Operations within the textile industry, I excel at delivering world-class customer satisfaction. My dedication ensures the highest standards and operational excellence in every project.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification

Work history

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) Ltd
Quatre Bornes, Mauritius

Factory manager
02.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Successfully led a team of 500 people from order confirmation to the delivery of goods, ensuring seamless operations and on-time delivery.
  • Developed and executed production plans that aligned with delivery dates, quality objectives, and labor needs, maintaining control over all production processes and KPIs to beat budgeted targets.
  • Collaborated closely with the marketing team to enhance customer satisfaction, leading to improved customer relationships and business outcomes.
  • Implemented comprehensive training programs for staff and workers, boosting team expertise and performance while ensuring employee happiness through effective communication and engagement initiatives.
  • Actively participated in sustainability and CSR projects, contributing to the company's commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship-close to my heart

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) ltd
QUATRE BORNES

Quality manager
04.2014 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented quality procedures aligned with the Quality Manual, ensuring adherence to standards and regulations.
  • Established robust Quality Control structure aimed at achieving company quality objectives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Conducted comprehensive training sessions for production teams on operational processes and quality standards, enhancing internal controls and performance.
  • Utilized audit /inspection data analysis to drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Facilitated weekly and monthly Quality meetings to address top 5 quality issues, fostering collaboration and action planning among cross-functional teams.

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) Ltd
QUATRE BORNES

HR and Compliance Officer
08.2010 - 03.2014

Job overview

  • Conducted comprehensive interviews with employees to assess compliance understanding and identify areas for improvement.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes, promptly addressing compliance-related inquiries and ensuring adherence to updated regulations.
  • Managed expatriate affairs in factory and dormitories, overseeing all aspects from initial arrangements to ongoing support.
  • Implemented and monitored daily housekeeping routines, ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
  • Organized and facilitated welfare activities to enhance employee well-being and morale within the workplace.

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) Ltd
QUATRE BORNES

Systems manager
09.2007 - 07.2010

Job overview

  • Establish and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) in accordance with ISO standards, ensuring adherence to procedures and certifications such as WRAP, SMETA, BSCI, and GOTS.
  • Conduct internal audits to identify non-conformities and develop corrective action plans, fostering continuous improvement within the organization.
  • Coordinate and facilitate audits conducted by external agents like Intertek, SGS, and customers, actively engaging in customer communication and handling claims and complaints effectively.
  • Promote health and safety practices among employees through regular workplace visits and analysis, emphasizing the importance of compliance with Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) standards.
  • Deliver comprehensive training programs on all procedures, keeping the team abreast of updated systems to better meet evolving customer demands and maintain organizational excellence

New Island Clothing
QUATRE BORNES

Industrial Engineering Officer
09.2006 - 08.2007

Job overview

  • Monitor operators’ performance through method study and time study
  • Review performance with Production Manager on a daily basis and set targets to increase individual performance.

Education

University of Mauritius
Mauritius

Bachelor of science in Textile Technology from Textile
08.2005 - 07.2008

Heriot Watt University
Scotland

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from Management
01.2015 - 04.2021

Indian Institute of Management (IIMB)
Bangalore

Strategic Leadership Development Programme from Leadership
07.2023 - 01.2024

Skills

  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Disciplinary and grievance management
  • Training
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Product quality assessment
  • Continuous improvement processes
  • Production Planning and Monitoring
  • Process standardization
  • Disciplinary and grievance management

Certification

1. Implementing and Developing and Environmental Management System based on ISO 14001:2004

2.Advance EMS Auditor-SGS

3. Occupational Safety and Health Management - Risk assessment -IOSHM

4. Funding/Technical Assistance for energy Efficiency and Environment Projects-MEXA


Affiliations

  • In-line figure skating and dance
  • Meditation

Timeline

Indian Institute of Management (IIMB)

Strategic Leadership Development Programme from Leadership
07.2023 - 01.2024

Factory manager

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) Ltd
02.2022 - Current

Heriot Watt University

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from Management
01.2015 - 04.2021

Quality manager

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) ltd
04.2014 - 01.2022

HR and Compliance Officer

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) Ltd
08.2010 - 03.2014

Systems manager

Laguna Clothing (Mtius) Ltd
09.2007 - 07.2010

Industrial Engineering Officer

New Island Clothing
09.2006 - 08.2007

University of Mauritius

Bachelor of science in Textile Technology from Textile
08.2005 - 07.2008
AZAGEI SAVAN