Head of Technical Logistics
Etihad Airways
Total years of experience :41 years, 11 Months
Lead various improvement projects in logistics, procurement and material planning within Etihad Airways Engineering and Etihad Airways airline partners
Working with Etihad Airways and its airline partners on procurement synergies to drive down cost of purchased material.
Worked on supply chain projects for two of Etihad Airways’ airlines partners
Reviewing and amending supply chain policies and procedures to be in line with airlines best practices.
Review their current inventory holding and stock turn to improve the working capital and cash flow
Reviewing current staffing levels and standardizing the Job description.
Implementing Barcoding in the warehousing for proper tracking of material.
Working on various cost saving initiatives including the use of PMA part for cabin material.
Implementing scorecards and KPIs for the various activities.
Looking at material flow from the various warehouses to the aircraft and maintenance facilities to ensure timely delivery and monitoring of parts
The main objective of this new role is to drive improvements across the airline supply chain
Driving various projects in logistics, procurement and material planning to improve processes and reduce cost.
Working with the airline and its equity partners on procurement synergies to drive down cost of purchased material.
Currently working on projects with Jet Airways, which is one of Etihad airline partners in Mumbai
Reviewing and amending their current policies and procedures to be in line with the best in the industry.
Reviewing the current staffing levels and standardise their Job description.
Working on consignment and fixed pricing contracts for hardware & consumables.
Implementing KANABAN system for fast moving hardware used in the aircraft heavy maintenance.
Implementing Barcoding and RFID in the warehousing for proper tracking of material.
Working on various cost saving initiatives.
Implementing scorecards for the various supply chain activities.
Delivered above 99 % material availability for critical ( No Go) parts.
Reduced the number of AOG orders by 20%, through improved long term material planning strategy.
Reviewed the current policies and procedure and amended to streamline the processes.
Participated in the initial spares provisioning of the new fleet of B787 and A380 with the Entry into Service team to ensure material availability and readiness before aircraft entry into service.
Reduced the cabin defect per aircraft due to material shortages by 50%.
Established a plan for proper material replenishment for all heavy maintenance and aircraft reconfiguration.
Established a cost reduction program for cabin parts through the use of consignment stock and PMA parts.
Overseeing the purchasing and logistics function within the MRO
Provide material and logistics support for four main customers and over forty aircraft (A320, E190, A340, GIV, G300, Hawker, Cessna etc….)
Since I started with the company, I have launched a very aggressive improvement plan for the Material Department to help the MRO achieve it's objective of becoming a profitable and a leading MRO In the Region
Conducted a complete review of the Material Department and submitted a full report to the CEO which highlighted the main findings and recommendation for improvement.
Restructured the department to stream line the operation and segregate the duties between purchasing and logistics
Conducted a complete inventory review and clean up of the ERP system (TRAX)
Put in place a replenishment plan which reduced the number of AOG orders by more than 50%
Reviewed the suppliers approval system and compiled the suppliers approved list in cooperation with QA
Helped in establishing the warranty and claim section and hired two engineers for this purpose
Strengthened the material team with experienced purchasing and logistics professionals
Wataniya Airways-Kuwait
Wataniya Airways is a new Kuwaiti premium airline with a fleet of seven Airbus A320 aircraft.
Major achievements:
Played an instrumental part in the airline startup, I was one of the first fifteen people in the company and now we are over 400 people.
Established and published the company’s purchasing policy and procedures.
Established a contract repository and a monitoring system within the purchasing department.
Recruited buyers and logistics personal to support the launch of the airline.
Established the company’s stores from A to Z.
Put in place agreements with freight forwarders and couriers to support the influx of goods in time for the airline’s launch date.
Negotiated together with concerned departments over 150 contracts in all areas of the business such as but not limited to aircraft maintenance, full engineering support, aircraft component pool agreement, engine maintenance, engine lease, catering equipment, cabin amenities, aircraft BFE, company’s uniform, IT systems, Medical Insurance, aircraft ground handling, car rentals, baggage handling system, office rental, cabin crew accommodations, office supplies, furniture etc..
Headed the aircraft delivery team and managed the delivery process at Airbus without major problems or set backs
Championed the implementation of Purchasing and Inventory Oracle ERP system
Participated in preparing the company’s budget and helped other department to prepare their budget
Reduced the initial cost of the company’s uniform by 50%
Reduce the cost of ground handling at one of our major outstation by more than 40%
Currently introducing e-procurement system to be integrated with Oracle ERP system
Achieved and exceeded all my targets for the airline launch in Jan 2009.
Awarded employee of the year for outstanding performance and excellence.
Championed the company’s improvement plan to optimize the supply chain.
Managed to build a strong team of buyers working very closely with production and other stakeholders.
Established a cost reduction program with key suppliers.
Reactivated the supplier’s performance rating system.
Contributed to the development and implementation of specific purchasing strategies in key supply areas.
Established six-month improvement plan for the purchasing department, which has improved on time delivery, quality and cost for various commodities.
Established KPIs (Key Performance Indices) for the department.
Managed a major procurement program for the A380 interior requirement.
Organized and lead two suppliers’ conferences to enhance the supplier’s performance.
Managing and controlling material support for A310, A320, and A340 aircrafts
Negotiated contracts with suppliers for the repair of components.
Revised the existing supplier's qualification system.
Implemented a supplier performance system.
Started cost reduction program with existing suppliers.
Reduced Stock levels from 10 weeks to 6 weeks in twelve months.
Exceeded the yearly cost reduction targets through direct price negotiation with suppliers and product improvement philosophy in cooperation with the Production and Quality managers.
Negotiated and signed contracts on behave of the company with the major international suppliers, OEM, and subcontractors in the UK, France, Belgium, Austria, and Netherlands.
Managed to get a year on year price reduction of 5% for three years contract with the major suppliers.
Achieved a total cost reduction of over £ 0.5 M in three years period for an annual spend of around £3.5 M.
Negotiated and implemented consignment stock contracts with two main suppliers, which freed up much needed cash for the business.
Reduced the cost of transport and packaging through good management of company’s own vehicles and outside carriers.
Established and implemented Suppliers’ performance Rating program.
Reduced the supplier’s base to a manageable number.
Managed a purchasing and logistics team of 13 people.
Participated in the implementation of a new ERP (MRP) system.
Participated in the Farnborough air show as part of the company’s team.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers and OEMs for the purchase of aircrafts, aircraft engines, spare parts, and aircraft lease from the following countries USA, UK, France, Germany, Singapore, Canada, Spain, Pakistan, Turkey, South Africa, Brazil.
Prepared the Air Force yearly budget for aircraft maintenance in cooperation with the air force directorate of maintenance.
Forecast RJAF supply requirements with regards to aircraft maintenance.
Participated in the preparation and signing of high-level government-to-government protocols and agreements.
Managed a team of 50 trained purchasing officers and soldiers.
Achieved high level of serviceability for the air force fleet of aircraft with limited budget.
Implemented rigorous supplier approval system.
Visited suppliers in various countries, which has enhanced my knowledge of the international market and understanding the various cultures.
Managed the maintenance of various ypes of aircraft
Maintained high level of aircraft serviceability and reliability
Managed over 500 people in the following sections: Aircraft maintenance Branch, Supply Branch, Vehicles Maintenance Depot, Avionics and Telecommunication Branch.
Worked in many positions including, first and second Line Maintenance Officer of Fighter and Training Aircraft. Armament Officer and other aircraft maintenance related duties.
Progressed in career and reached a rank of Major.
Attended and completed various courses in management and aircraft maintenance
I have first honors
