Logistics Manager
EASTERNPAK
مجموع سنوات الخبرة :21 years, 11 أشهر
Orchestrate the management of raw material stocks and finished goods and ensure goods movement from remote warehouse to plant based on JIT
Streamline the coordination activities related to local and overseas supply and its logistics and build strategic relationship by maintaining effective communications with vendors
Participate in plant meetings, ISO/HACCP/GMP systems and audits as well as OSHA safety committee member.
Lead and develop logistics team members, including office staff, warehousing and drivers and ensure logistics and asset management enhances the support
Use IT systems to manage stock levels, delivery times and transport costs thereby ensuring contract performance factors are not impacted negatively
Allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs
Manage staff training issues and motivate other members of the team
Steer the process of maintenance of general stock supply levels thereby analyzing data for adjustments
Apply practical knowledge of interpreting requirements, specifications, directives, regulations and other related technical, contractual, or management documents pertinent to logistics
Plan, implement and improve freight/transportation activities
Direct various departments and manage the logistics for smooth functioning of the plant
Coordinated with shipping companies, transporters, banks, CHA’s, C&F agents and other external agencies to achieve seamless & cost-effective transport solutions
Achievements:
Enhanced the inbound supply by 51% while detention cost was reduced by 75% between 2013 - 2018
Foreshortened the fleet operation cost between warehouses by $ 3000 per month
Played a vital role in maintaining the stock (99% of the SKU's) which had direct impact on the reduction in waste
Managed raw material stock, other raw material stock.
Coordinated with various departments for the smooth functioning.
Directly responsible for the timely delivery of work as per plan and update of status on a daily basis to company.
Coordinated materials issued, packaged and shipped with the corporate offices.
Trained warehouse helpers with the activities outlined above.
Managed the issuances of warehouse items
Ensured that all items are stores in bins, boxes or containers all warehouse items, in good organized manner by manufacturer or equipment item.
Prepared report of all properties/equipment/stocks on hand balance.
Executed periodic physical inventories and maintain safety and hygiene in warehouses.
Verified materials or merchandise against received documents. Note and report deteriorated discrepancies or damaged materials.
Monitor parts and components quantities received from vendors and identify problem areas.
Identify and resolve supplier and internal errors that result in budget or schedule discrepancies.
Achievements:
Yearly inventory variation was less than 0.15% of the total volume.
Improved the visibility of inbound materials and implemented barcode labels for inventory management.
Responsible for efficient production planning and scheduling and proper communication.
Coordinated with customer service/Production/Maintenance departments for the smooth operation of plant.
Planned and monitored material movement in production cycle to ensure continuous operations.
Managed and developed product to achieve established goals of safety, environmental performance, production volume, quality, service, and cost.
Developed and implemented continuous improvement within departmental employees' performance through regular feedback, coaching and training.
Reviewed, analyzed and make recommendations regarding safety, environmental performance, quality, expenses and productivity.
Maintained the load balance by managing the planning team.
Reported the plant requirements and assisted production manager in machine scheduling.
Prepared machine utilization and capacity comparison charts.
Ensured that staffs follow company policies and safety procedures.
Determined equipment, material and manpower requirements for each job order.
Worked with other departments in identifying and resolving production planning problems
Achievements:
Kept 95% OTIF levels for the major VIC.
Introduced automation to improve the interdepartmental communication and reporting.
Held multifaceted responsibilities like daily production plans, production reports and documents and prepared lists of required materials, tools, and equipment
Planned and prepared production schedules for manufacture of Corrugated Boxes, Cartons, Containers, and Packages
Analyzed production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements
Planed and scheduled workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times
Coordinated with project managers and planed sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers
APICS - certified supply chain professional - certification yet to attempt
SAP R/3 - Production Planning module
Windows 3.1, Wordstar, Lotus, dBase-VI, COBOL
Passed in First Class