Alwin Thomas
Dubai
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Expert in analysis & critical thinking with hands on experience in building dashboards. A tech enthusiasts who doesn't stop learning. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Experienced in managing supplier development efforts, ensuring compliance with specifications and acting as liaison with critical suppliers. Expert in brand management that aligns with organization business strategy. Program and project engineer gifted in overseeing quality through on-site inspection and management of schedules. Known for working effectively with all levels of management in a cross-multifunction team environment. Strong leadership and organizational talents that benefits company's goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Supply Chain Manager
Chef Middle East
07.2018 - Current
- Supervised 7 staff members tasked with handling planning, purchasing, and coordination.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and completeness prior to submission, minimizing errors that could impact scheduling or budgeting efforts downstream in the process.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Monitored supplier performance for compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
- Reduced order processing times and improved customer satisfaction with effective communication between departments.
- Managed a team of procurement specialists, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a cooperative work environment.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics, holding them accountable for meeting quality standards and delivery timelines.
- Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements with indirect and logistics customers.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making tools to optimize logistics for maximum efficiency and minimized transportation costs.
- Teamed with sales and marketing teams to confirm that product availability meets customer demand.
- Formulated demand planning and generated supply chain management metrics.
- Improved demand forecast for multiple distribution channels based on previous sales and consumption.
- Ran weekly fill rate reports to highlight potential issues and corresponding solutions.
- Reduced inventory costs by optimizing safety stock levels and effectively managing obsolete items.
- Presented monthly forecast updates to senior management, highlighting key changes and risks in the demand outlook.
- Conducted root cause analysis on forecast errors, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitored actual sales performance against forecasts, adjusting plans as necessary to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained.
- Utilized advanced Excel functions and tools for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization in support of demand planning activities.
- Conducted data analysis to identify bottlenecks in supply chain and develop solutions to optimize operations.
- Managed team of planners and analysts to achieve organizational goals and support on-time delivery metrics.
- Coached team members on best practices in demand planning, inventory management, and procurement techniques.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets by forecasting procurement needs accurately based on historical data analysis.
- Developed strong partnerships with vendors to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
Supply Chain Specialist
Del Monte Fresh Produce Co
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Improved supply chain customer satisfaction ratings through efficient problem resolution.
- Teamed with sales and marketing teams to confirm that product availability meets customer demand.
- Consolidated supplier base while maintaining redundant sources of supply to reduce transit expenses and improve timely delivery.
- Spearheaded initiatives focused on process improvements within the supply chain function, driving efficiencies across the organization.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Enhanced supplier relationships, negotiating better pricing and terms for cost savings.
- Analyzed data trends to make informed decisions related to inventory management and demand planning processes.
Logistics Coordinator
MAB General Trading
11.2014 - 05.2016
- Reduced transportation costs by negotiating favorable contracts with carriers.
- Scheduled and coordinated truck, ship and air transport to maximize productivity and maintain organized calendar.
- Updated and maintained databases to track shipments and inventory.
- Maintained excellent working relationships with customers by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify optimal suppliers based on price, quality, and reliability factors.
- Registered vendors and customers on database to maintain updated roster.
- Assisted in development and implementation of logistics policies and procedures to provide roadmap for daily operations.
- Negotiated freight rates with third-party vendors to acquire cost-effective contracts.
Education
MBA - Lean Operation & Systems
Christ University
India05.2014
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Demand forecasting
- Inventory analysis
- Sales and operations planning
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Strategic Sourcing
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- ERP systems proficiency (SAP Vanilla, Dynamics 365)
- Team Management
- Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, PowerBI, Publisher, Powerpoint, Sway, Loop, Lists, Power Automate
Accomplishments
- Improved team productivity by reviewing non-value added processes, or report updation, and channeled all using ERP system.
- Achieved data transparency in inventory replenishment using cloud, integrated with Microsoft Office.
- Implemented Lean tool model, Kaizen, using the application Microsoft Teams, enabling team to be proactive than reactive.
- Implemented multiple projects in organization that enhanced the stock availability and customer service levels.
- Was awarded "Role Model" Award in 2019.
Certification
- Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, KPMG 2011
- Certified in Personal Profile Analysis, Thomas International
Timeline
Assistant Supply Chain Manager
Chef Middle East
07.2018 - Current
Supply Chain Specialist
Del Monte Fresh Produce Co
11.2016 - 06.2018
Logistics Coordinator
MAB General Trading
11.2014 - 05.2016
MBA - Lean Operation & Systems
Christ University
- Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, KPMG 2011
- Certified in Personal Profile Analysis, Thomas International
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