FoodBar Bakery

• Spearheading technical, operational, and marketing initiatives to sustain significant business growth.

• Conducting market research to analyse industry competition and pinpoint advantageous trends.

• Orchestrated multi-platform social media campaigns, amassing over 200 followers and driving 30% of total sales.

• Reduced raw material costs by 20% YoY through effective supplier negotiations

• Designed and maintained a user-friendly online ordering website, regularly updating SEO based on Google Analytics insights.

• Engineered an automated operations management platform, streamlining inventory management, which helped in reducing holding costs by 8%. This platform also automated the invoicing, and customer engagement.

• Conceptualised, visualised, and produced cinematic videos showcasing our diverse product offerings.

Co-Founder

A.P. Moller - Maersk

• Led a five-month strategic research project focused on implementing Circular Economy and Reverse Logistics principles in the global logistics sector, specifcially in the automotvie and fahsion sector.

• Assessed the feasibility and adoption potential of emerging Circular Economy business models, analysing the technological innovations driving them.

• Performed a comprehensive analysis of the environmental, social, and economic benefits of circular supply chains through extensive literature reviews on the Circular Economy, circular supply chains, and reverse logistics.

• Managed data collection and analysis involving various stakeholders in the Circular Economy and sustainable business practices. Regularly produced in-depth reports, presented findings to supervisors, and interpreted emerging trends and their implications

Researcher of Circular Supply Chain and Reverse Logistics

Unilever

• Generated $4.2B in profit by designing an innovative food reuse line, diverting 460 tons of waste. 

• Conducted market research and utilised supplier scorecards to identify and vet specialised suppliers of complex equipment, reducing supplier risk and guaranteeing alignment with the procurement strategies. 

• Realised 5% cost savings and accelerated project timelines 8% by leveraging early supplier engagement in the sourcing of advanced robotic equipment, mitigating 85% of potential risks in New Product Development (NPD). 

• Enhanced project compliance by 90% through meticulous contract management, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specified equipment standards. 

• Attained a 12% increase in supplier satisfaction by formulating and implementing a supplier performance evaluation mechanism, driving improvements in lead times, quality, and reliability.

Consultant - Innovation & Procurement

VERIFAVIA SHIPPING

• Managed 13 global clients and directed a cross-regional team of 6 ensuring 95% adherence
to a $10M marine procurement budget; utilised data analytics with PowerBI to streamline budget and reduce risks.

 • Secured $180k in contracts through adept handling of tendering, Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes and leading C-suite presentations. 

• Onboarded 4 new strategic suppliers after thorough market analysis and evaluation, achieving a 20% improvement in procurement value and reducing supply chain risks. 

• Negotiated long term agreements with pivotal global suppliers, leading to a 10% cost benefit, improved lead times, and ensured product quality.

 • Realised a 15% reduction in contractual disputes by refining contract management processes, consistently maintaining and auditing a comprehensive contract register, and proactively monitoring for issues.

 • Led supplier development efforts, increasing supply chain reliability 12% through monitoring of 5 procurement KPIs and effective management of 400+ suppliers using an ERP system

Account Manager

• Processed and managed 500+ annual purchase orders, slashing lead times by 20% and ensuring a 98% on-time delivery rate through strategic sourcing of technical components/services and meticulous oversight of Bill of Materials (BoMs) and technical drawings. 

• Fostered relationships with 100+ global suppliers, achieving a 10% decrease in negotiation times and capturing volume discounts for a 5% cost reduction.

 • Conducted category spend/cost analysis to rationalise the supplier base, harnessed strategic supplier partnerships, and achieved a 10% savings on the annual procurement budget.

 • Slashed logistical discrepancies 18% by issuing clear packaging and shipping instructions aligned with Incoterms, guaranteeing compliant deliveries. 

• Reduced invoicing errors by 15% and enhanced supplier payment efficiency by 20% by processing and validating invoices through a three-way match and promptly addressing queries.

 • Boosted document retrieval efficiency 25% by implementing 5S continuous improvement technique, cataloguing and maintaining 1000+ procurement-related documents.

 • Produced 10+ procurement reports quarterly for management, informing supply chain strategies
and offering insights that contributed to a 10% YoY cost savings

Executive

• Saved $100K per ship by collaborating with a cross-functional team of 3 to implement an inventory management ERP system, DNV Ship Manager, ensuring precise reporting. 

• Maintained 98% accuracy in inventory records, leading to a 25% drop in excess stock via regular inventory checks of 1,200+ technical components.

 • Boosted turnover ratio by 15% by spearheading inventory optimisation and adopting lean strategies to minimise stock holding costs. 

• Achieved a 12% reduction in stockout occurrences by developing a precise demand forecasting model and strengthening collaboration with engineering and operations team.

 • Enhanced team productivity by 20% through knowledge-sharing sessions for 15 members, focusing on inventory best practices and common challenges.

Inventory Manager

• Led an international team of 6 in marine propulsion plant operations, enforcing SOLAS and
MARPOL standards to prevent $100M in potential losses and maintain a record of safety with zero
pollution incidents.

• Optimised technical documentation for enhanced engine room maintenance protocols, resulting in
a 30% increase in efficiency and adherence to maritime safety and performance standards.

• Boosted inventory efficiency 50% by providing clear supplier specifications, management and ERP integrated procurement of marine technical parts, in alignment with company sourcing policies.

• Managed 8+ monthly deliveries of marine technical parts, cross-referenced delivery notes with
purchase orders, and ensured a 99% accuracy rate in order fulfilment through quality checks

Marine Engineer (Sea Going)

Trainee Marine Engineer

Results-driven marine engineering and procurement specialist with 7 years of experience in managing global supplier relationships, executing end-to-end Procure to Pay (P2P) procurement processes and upholding international maritime standards. Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, cost reduction, and sustainable inventory management, contributing to significant efficiency improvements. Skilled in steering cross-functional teams and leveraging data analytics to bolster supplier performance and decision-making

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