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Muhammad Akan

@muhammadakan

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I am a seasoned supply chain leader with 22 years' experience in procurement, logistics, and strategic SCM.

Bangladesh

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What I'm looking for

I seek a Head of Supply Chain role where I can lead strategic procurement, implement compliant ERP-driven processes, build high-performing teams, drive cost savings, and deliver large-scale project procurement outcomes.

I am a results-driven supply chain and procurement leader with over two decades of progressive experience delivering strategic procurement, logistics, and project management across government, military, UN missions, and private training organizations.

I have led large-scale, high-value procurement initiatives, including multi-hundred-million-dollar warship and corvette projects, and managed humanitarian and government projects focused on housing and relief operations. I consistently drive cost reduction, process modernization, and regulatory compliance.

As a certified PMP, CIPS, CSCP, SCOR-DS and CPLM professional and FSSC 22000 lead auditor, I combine technical rigour with practical ERP/Oracle implementation experience to optimize sourcing, inventory, and contract management while improving KPIs and supplier performance.

I am passionate about building and mentoring high-performing teams, delivering training programs internationally, and implementing sustainable procurement and supply chain frameworks that align operational excellence with organizational strategy.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Chief Executive Officer

Current

Advance Procurement & Supply Chain Limited

Sep 2024 - Present (11 months)

Lead organisational operations and curriculum delivery for CIPS training, overseeing programs that serve students from 63 countries and ensuring compliance with international education standards.

Leadership Curriculum Development Program Management Compliance HR Management Stakeholder Engagement

Current

Procurement Consultant

Current

Planning Ministry, Government of Bangladesh

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Manage end-to-end procurement operations for ministry projects, ensuring strict compliance with PPR 2008 and UNDP policies while leading bid evaluations and contract negotiations to mitigate procurement risks.

Contract Negotiation Risk Management Training Delivery Documentation

Executive Director

Lunar Eclipse Bangladesh

Dec 2022 - Aug 2024 (1 year 8 months)

Developed and monitored SCM, procurement, and logistics goals to reduce operational costs and excess inventory, driving improved ROI and sustainable growth across procurement functions.

Inventory Reduction Budget Management Procurement Supplier Management Team Leadership

Training Commander

School of SCM, Logistics & Management, Bangladesh Navy

Dec 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year)

Led design and delivery of SCM, procurement, and logistics training programs, performing training needs analysis and mentoring instructors to improve program effectiveness.

Training Development Curriculum Design Needs Analysis Mentorship Program Evaluation Budget Management

Contingent Logistics Officer

Bangladesh Force Marine Unit / UN Mission in South Sudan

Jun 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 4 months)

Coordinated air, land, and river logistics for operations in volatile contexts, preparing contingencies to ensure uninterrupted procurement and logistics support and contributing to strategic policy inputs.

Procurement Support Operational Continuity Report Writing Contract Management Risk Mitigation

Commanding Officer

Base Supply Depot, Bangladesh Navy

Jan 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 5 months)

Directed establishment and management of the Base Supply Depot, implementing procurement policies, supervising inventory across ~200 suppliers, and redesigning warehouse layout to improve efficiency.

Procurement Inventory Control Supplier Management

Officer In Charge

Naval Stores Depot, Bangladesh Navy

Apr 2016 - Jan 2019 (2 years 9 months)

Oversaw naval stores operations and procurement of supplies and rations from local and international suppliers, coordinating logistics support for fleet components to streamline operations.

Fleet Operations Inventory Accounting Compliance Vendor Relations

Supply Chain Officer

Naval Base (Frigate), Bangladesh Navy

Dec 2012 - Mar 2016 (3 years 3 months)

Developed and implemented logistics plans for seamless supply chain operations, managed forecasting and custody of stores for ~350 personnel, and coordinated fleet transport of ~200 vehicles.

Logistics Coordination Inventory Management

Deputy Assistant Adjutant

Defense Services Command and Staff College

Apr 2010 - Jun 2012 (2 years 2 months)

Planned and organized administrative, SCM, procurement, and logistics activities for the college, coordinating construction and maintenance with Military Engineering Service.

Logistics Coordination Procurement Management Construction Liaison SCM Stakeholder Management

Assistant Base Supply Officer

Finance, Bangladesh Navy, Chittagong

Nov 2009 - Apr 2010 (5 months)

Designed and executed the financial budget for operational logistics management of the fleet and led end-to-end supply chain execution with a focus on financial controls.

Budgeting Logistics Financial Control Stowage Optimization SCM

Staff Officer Logistics

United Mission in Bouake

Aug 2007 - Sep 2009 (2 years 1 month)

Streamlined global supply operations and coordinated multimodal logistics, negotiating with contingents and liaising with shipping lines, customs, and port authorities for mission success.

Negotiation Logistics

Junior Logistics Officer

Naval Store Depot, Bangladesh Navy

May 2002 - Jan 2003 (8 months)

Supported depot logistics and supply operations, contributing to inventory management and distribution processes during early naval career assignments.

Depot Support Inventory Management Distribution Logistics Record keeping