SYED R MOHAMMED IRFAN
JLT, Dubai,DU
Summary
Supply Chain and Operations leader with over 10 + years of experience specializing in agro trading commodities such as pistachios, sesame, cashew, and almonds. Proven track record in creating and executing global supply chain strategies, including procurement, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics management. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Skilled in risk mitigation and developing end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
KAHRAMAN AGRO DMCC
07.2022 - Current
- Lead the supply chain operations for pistachios, sesame, and almonds, ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement and distribution
- Managed relationships with key suppliers, enhancing material quality and delivery performance
- Oversaw logistics operations, improving on-time delivery rates by 40% through route optimization and effective warehouse management.
- Ensured compliance with quality and safety standards, conducting regular audits and supplier evaluations
- Improved supply chain efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
- Monitored supplier performance for compliance with contract terms and quality standards.
- Coordinated supply orders to meet consumer demand and minimize costs of storing and transporting goods.
- Key Achievements: Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and ensuring continuous supply
- Developed and implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, achieving a 2% reduction in procurement costs.
- Monitored commodity markets and pricing trends to optimize procurement strategies and mitigate price fluctuations
- Led a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to drive continuous improvement.
- Executed more than 100,000 MTs of contract to various destination during my tenure.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
Logistics Coordinator
Cineom DMCC
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Coordinated logistics operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery
- Managed transportation and warehousing activities, optimizing routes and reducing logistics costs.
- Tracked and reported on logistics performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Senior Associate
OLAM INTERNATIONAL
05.2014 - 04.2019
- Coordinate with traders, in the USA, Europe origins suppliers & customers from different regions pertaining to cashew & sesame sales
- Understanding the inventory level of each factory at different origins to place P.O
- Freight Negotiations with Globally registered service providers
- Ensure Shipping Documents are in line with Country regulations
- Profit & Loss report for each S & P contract, Warehouse stock reports TRANSITION EXPOSURE, Nigeria, Africa: Played a key role in Process Migration for Shipping & Logistics Process transition from Nigeria to India-Olam 2018
- Remote Process Transition from Singapore to India - Sesame Process Olam - 2016
Project Trainee
ONGC
04.2014 - 06.2014
- Undertook various studies to ascertain the demurrage cost incurred due to procedural delays
- Designed and implemented system integration between ONGC & SBI, expediting bill clearance for the vendors (clearing agents).
Trainee Intern
DP World
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Participated and worked on the lih of operations at the container terminal
- Coordinated with liners to compile IGM/EGM documentation.
Executive
BGold
09.2007 - 03.2012
- Handled sourcing of raw gold from vendors and sales in Mumbai districts
- Responsible for testing raw gold, manufacturing & supply
- Worked with other departments for processing customer orders
- Involved in export documentation for speedy clearance of products.
Education
MBA - SHIPPING & LOGISTICS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION.
Indian Institute of Logistics
Chennai, India01.2015
Skills
- Agro-commodity Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Logistics and Distribution Optimization
- Inventory Control and Management
- Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Demand Forecasting
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Strategic Sourcing
- Cost Reduction Strategies
Certification
Supply Chain Management, Rutgers Business School, Rutgers University, 123 Certification St, Newark, NJ, 12345
Milestones
- Individually handled Sesame Product Transition - Awarded with Star Performer Award - Olam International, 2018.
- The system integration between ONGC & SBI resulted in a cost-saving of USD 200,000 FROM DEMURRAGE CHARGES owing to speedy payment and goods clearance.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
KAHRAMAN AGRO DMCC
07.2022 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Cineom DMCC
11.2019 - 07.2022
Senior Associate
OLAM INTERNATIONAL
05.2014 - 04.2019
Project Trainee
ONGC
04.2014 - 06.2014
Trainee Intern
DP World
04.2013 - 06.2013
Executive
BGold
09.2007 - 03.2012
MBA - SHIPPING & LOGISTICS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION.
Indian Institute of Logistics
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