Regional Logistics and Parts Manager
United Technologies
Total years of experience :31 years, 4 Months
United Technologies
Present UTC provide high-technology systems and solutions for the aerospace and commercial building
industries, making modern life possible. With brands like Otis Escalators and Elevators, Carrier, Chub, Kide, Pratt & Whitney (A global leader in aircraft propulsion), Aerospace Systems (world’s largest suppliers of advanced aerospace and defense products for business, military and international customers.) www.utc.com
Key responsibility Business Results and P&L
Responsible for maximizing supply chain efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain functions for UTC including procurement, logistics, warehousing, order management.
Reporting to the CEO APAC and Senior Vice-president Supply Chain (ARC Board of Directors).
Subordinates - 100 people
Lead the strategic development and implementation of the supply chain strategy globally and be accountable for the financial, service and quality matrix within the supply chain for production planning, forecasting, inventory management, sourcing, logistics and customer service.
Lead, direct, manage and develop employees to ensure a highly motivated team and a high performance culture.
Develop and implement an appropriate end to end supply chain strategy. World class supply chain
Across Asia Pacific (China, Korea, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, South East Asia).
Develop capability and supply chain initiatives to support supply chain performance over a multi-year horizon.
Lead and advise on senior management routines to monitor core supply chain performance including delivering against product and service level agreements and cost objectives.
Achieve cost out initiatives and ensure appropriate supplier relationships are identified and/or maintained. Develops, with manufacturing colleagues, capacity management & capacity balancing plans that not only support service and inventory levels but also supports the optimization of manufacturing cost and total cost to serve.
Identify and develop best practice supply chain processes and infrastructure to support the supply chain strategy.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with both internal and external customers / suppliers.
Develop and execute business planning activities that support the growth strategy of ARC Group.
Oversee the capital and operational budgets for the supply chain function.
Lafarge operates a Gypsum mine in the Northern Cape and two international class manufacturing facilities in the south-east of Johannesburg; a plasterboard manufacturing facility factory which manufactures steel ceiling grids, metal studs, aluminum profiles for partitioning frames, associated accessories and access flooring. Manufactures and markets Gypsum based building products for constructing, finishing or decorating interior walls and ceilings in residential, commercial and institutional construction projects. www.lafarge.com
Supply Chain Director - Africa
Member of the Executive Committee.
Manage entire supply chain operations for 2 Manufacturing Plants : Demand Planning, Procurement, Logistics (import/export), Warehousing, Distribution. Direct reports 5, total staff complement 115. Take charge of the Business Unit’s supply chain operations by developing and implementing strategies, leading, managing and improving process.
Achievements : Reduced raw material and finish goods stock levels by $10M. Implement Logistics and warehouse Service level Agreements (SLA). Setup all new KPI’s for the entire Supply Chain. Implement 4PL. Setup supply chain operational infrastructure to export into Africa. Improve Free cash-flow ($5M) and working capital. Increase payables from COD 30 days. Introduce new supplier evaluation assessment and strategies. Implement OTIFIC (on-time-in-full-invoice-correctly) reporting. Restructure and improve human resources by breaking down silo’s. Negotiate local and global contracts ($4M Logistics tender and Service Level Agreement). Capitalize of Lafarge Global Frame Agreements. Mentor and consulting staff members.
Johnson Controls Company, JCI is a fortune 100 company and is a global manufacturer in interior experience, building efficiency and power solutions. JCI provides innovative automotive interiors that help make driving more comfortable, safe and enjoyable. For buildings, it offers products and services that optimize energy use and improve comfort and security. Johnson Controls also provides batteries for automobiles and hybrid electric vehicles, along with systems engineering and service expertise. www.johnsoncontrols.com
Regional Supply Chain Manager, Middle East
Member of Senior Management team reporting to Vice President, Middle East.
Direct the supply chain, global sourcing & logistic activities 17 Middle East countries.
JCI provide solutions for operating buildings effectively and efficiently to increase a building's
energy efficiency and operational performance. Responsible for products and services include
HVAC&R equipment and control systems, industrial and commercial refrigeration, fire and security
systems and service for commercial, industrial and residential buildings. Review existing procedure/
policies and examine opportunities to streamline purchasing, procurement and financial forecasting.
Responsible for all regional procedures, policies, budget and savings initiatives.
Achievements : Initiate additional savings of $2.5M to setup consolidated warehouse in Dubai. Reduces total freight bill by $2M. Involved in the merger and acquisition process - drive the merger of Middle East supply chain and logistics requirements. Align all processes with SOX 404 regulations and world wide standards. Coordinates with materials management, engineering and manufacturing to ensure timely delivery of the proper materials and services (3 manufacturing facilities; Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Dubai). Provide analysis to increase levels of service (95%) at reduced costs (10%).
Senior Manager reporting to the Supply Chain Director, Europe Middle East and Africa.
Responsible for entire Supply Chain (Forecasting, Planning, Warehousing, Logistics)
and interface with Project Management, Sales & Distribution Departments.
Develop, implement and manage process flows (from order to installation of project) with emphasis
placed on ensuring delivery Continuously develop and train staff to ensure performance is of a high quality (5 staff).
Achievements: Initiate additional savings of $1 million per year from 2000 to 2003. Involve in merger with York and Johnson Controls. Promoted to Regional Supply Chain Manager in JOHNSON CONTROLS INC. (JCI), responsible for 17 countries.
CVA is involved in a broad range of consulting engineering, project management and development activities. Offering services that cover the complete lifecycle needs within the field of water and industrial infrastructure development.
Business Manager - Procurement Services
Direct the procurement activities and responsible for identifying global sources of materials,
selecting suppliers, negotiate contracts (subcontractors & suppliers), and managing relationships.
Provides analysis to increase levels of service at reduced costs. Achievements - introduce
procedure to select and approve new vendors.
Achievement: Implement monthly reporting to provides analysis to increase levels of service and project status. Introduce procedure to select, approve and monitor new vendors.
Masters Business Administration (MBA) - CUM LAUDE
Baccalaureus Degree Business Management
National Diploma Logistics