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Global supply chain professional with 15+ years of experience.

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and offers growth opportunities in supply chain management.

Global Supply Chain Leader with 15+ years of experience transforming logistics operations across diverse industries. Expert in optimizing inventory management, streamlining distribution networks, and leading international teams. Proven track record of reducing costs by 31%, improving inventory accuracy from 62% to 95%, and increasing on-time delivery by 15%. Skilled at implementing ERP systems and standardizing processes across multiple regions. Currently leveraging AI-driven automation to enhance supply chain efficiency. Seeking remote senior leadership role where my expertise in building resilient, cost-effective global supply chains can drive organizational success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Head of Logistics & Warehouse

Biosynth

Nov 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Led a global team of 82 to integrate five new warehouses, eliminating 100+ manual tasks weekly and improving visibility. Redesigned order fulfillment with ERP workflows and a flexible processing model to boost speed and continuity. Saved $230K through a hub-and-spoke and drop-ship logistics strategy. Prevented 50+ shipment delays quarterly by streamlining customs pre-clearance and categorization.

Process Optimization ERP Integration Team Leadership Supply Chain Management Data Analysis

Head of Supply Chain & Purchasing

Brand Management Group

Aug 2016 - Jan 2022 (5 years 5 months)

Achieved a 32% revenue increase and reduced backorders by 42% through collaboration with over 30 global vendors. Implemented new demand planning software to enhance inventory accuracy and stabilize supply, significantly improving customer satisfaction and sales.

demand planning Vendor Management Revenue ERP Systems Team Collaboration

Sales and Inventory Operations Planning Manager

Peli

Jan 2016 - Aug 2016 (7 months)

Restructured the supply chain team, increasing productivity by 20% and reducing decision-making time by 30%. Led the S&IOP process to address inventory bottlenecks, improving product availability and on-time delivery.

Inventory Management Team Leadership Process Improvement Productivity Decision Making Processes Cross Functional Collaboration

Logistics & Operations Manager

Brand Management Group

Apr 2013 - Jan 2016 (2 years 9 months)

Built logistics operations from the ground up across 12 warehouses in EMEA & APAC. Supported the successful implementation of NetSuite ERP, improving reporting and data transparency while standardizing logistics processes.

Logistics ERP Implementation Team Building 3PL Management

Head of Logistics

GDC Digital Cinema Technology

Dec 2011 - Apr 2013 (1 year 4 months)

Set up logistics infrastructure, reducing order processing time by 20% and improving inventory accuracy by 15%. Negotiated a 20% reduction in shipping costs, establishing a long-term partnership with a new carrier.

Logistics Inventory Management Order Processing Supply Chain Operations Partnership Development Data Tracking

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Program, Artificial Intelligence

2024 -

Completed AI Implications for Business Strategy Program and Applied Generative AI for Digital Transformation Program.

European IT Certification Academy

Certification, Machine Learning

2024 -

Completed EITC/AI/GCMLv1r1 Google Cloud Machine Learning certification.

Hazmat School

Training, Hazmat Shipping

2022 -

Completed DOT/IATA Certified Hazmat Shipping Training.

Cambridge Assessment

Diploma, Blockchain

2019 -

Completed Blockchain and Digital Transformation Diploma.

APICS

Certification, Supply Chain Management

2017 -

Achieved Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification.

IESE Business School

Workshop, Leadership

2016 -

Completed Building and Leading High-Performance Teams Workshop.

University of St. Thomas

Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration

1998 - 2002

Activities and societies: Member of Student Business Association Participated in Business Case Competitions Led a team project on supply chain optimization in final year Volunteered in campus entrepreneurship club events Completed internship in logistics coordination at a local firm.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is an undergraduate degree that provides foundational knowledge in business principles, including finance, marketing, operations, management, and economics. It equips students with practical skills in strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making, preparing them for careers in corporate, entrepreneurial, or global business environments.