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Sameer Thakur, Demand Lead

Sameer Thakur

Demand Lead·NCI

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Management Information Systems (E-Business)

Work experience

Total years of experience: 14 years, 11 months

Demand Lead

July 2023 - June 2025

NCI

Melbourne, Australia

July 2023 - June 2025

• Reporting to the CEO, managing printing operations for 200 metal and 125 plastic customers worth $150M.
• Produced a 10-year Budget vs Sales vs Forecast Report to calculate coil-ordering decisions for Senior Management. Monitored forecast performance metrics.
Key Contributions & Accomplishment:
• Reclassified 4500+ SKUs monthly using ABC analysis to ensure optimal print planning.
• Reduced print errors by up to 50% by mapping key measurements like MOQ and lead times for plastic and metal clients.
• Improved scheduling efficiency by 80% across Sydney operations through development of a Critical vs Non-Critical Report
Company industry:
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacture
Job role:
Manufacturing

RTW Logistics

June 2022 - July 2023

DOW Chemicals

Melbourne, Australia

June 2022 - July 2023

• Reporting to Country Logistics Leader, role involved scheduling 12+ carriers for Bulk and Packaged goods worth $80M each year for Dow which is $26 Billion company.
• Managed logistics for raw material and finished goods worth $80M annually whilst reporting to the Country Logistics Leader.
• Led inventory reconciliation and reporting activities to maintain accurate stock levels and support demand planning.

Key Contributions & Accomplishments:
• Increased order fulfilment from 90% to 94% by resolving EDI and batch errors through root cause analysis.
• Achieved on-time delivery by rescheduling bookings and coordinating alternative arrangements between 12 carriers.
• Resolved 20 to 30 EDI system failures between SAP ECC and Toll Network; eliminated errors, improved system efficiency.
• Strategically shipment of 2 to 3 sample products internationally per month to US, Japan, and Thailand on an ad-hoc basis
Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture

Distribution and Warehousing Lead

June 2021 - June 2022

Orica

Melbourne, Australia

June 2021 - June 2022

• Reporting to Head of Supply Chain, worked in 3 job profiles for Orica, a chemical mining company with presence in 100+ countries having around 14000+ staff working globally and having market capitalization of $ 10 Billion dollars.
• Managed end-to-end supply chain for 27 raw materials and 14 bulk products, including supplier management, warehouse operations, label and packaging replenishment, inventory control and inbound/outbound logistics for over 35 countries.

Key Contributions & Accomplishments:
.• Achieved ZERO stockouts for customers by liaising with Plant Scheduler to manage inbound and outbound bulk products.
• Earned recognition as “Genius Master Scheduler” by optimising one-lane site traffic and scheduling delivery / collection times.
• Led the team to achieve peak production volume of 26MT, resulting in top sales and a staff-wide bonus
Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture

Import-Export Specialist

October 2020 - May 2021

ORICA

Melbourne, Australia

October 2020 - May 2021

• Prepared 10-20 shipping and distribution quotes for imported goods weekly, providing well-written documentation and proactively following up to convert them into sales, achieving an • 80% strike rate.
•Negotiated freight contracts, reducing import/export costs by 15% in annual shipping costs to Asia/Africa.
•Scheduled, coordinated and managed the inbound and outbound of 28 raw materials, 14 finished goods, plus packaging at the plant level with outbound logistics involving national and 54 global destinations.

• Key Contributions & Accomplishments:
• Reduced annual shipping costs by 15% for Asia/Africa imports/exports by negotiating freight contracts
• Improved stock capacity, lead time, and inventory management by organising weekly meetings with Africa & Asia teams.
Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture

SAP S/4 Hana Consultant

September 2019 - September 2020

Orica

Melbourne, Australia

September 2019 - September 2020

• Reporting to Project Manager who was leading the Orica team and implementing SAP HANA across 54 countries.• Designed and implemented 4 custom SAP TM workflows to automate carrier selection, exception management, and invoice verification across 11 distribution centres.

• Trained 5 Distributors, 3 Planners, and 10 Manila teams on SAP HANA during post-go-live processes to ensure a smooth transition. Collaborated with procurement, logistics, and external partners to streamline freight operations across 54 countries.

Key Contributions & Accomplishments:

• Automated carrier selection, exception management, and invoice verification by designing and implementing 4 custom SAP TM workflows across 11 distribution centres.

• Processed 3k+ invoices in one-week post-go-live and reduced backlogs across 54 countries with the new SAP HANA system.
Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture

Logistics Specialist

May 2018 - February 2019

Toll Global Forwarding

Melbourne, Australia

May 2018 - February 2019

• Reporting to COO, I was responsible for preparing P/L statements for Auto Co. like Mercedes, Toyota & more.
• Generated purchase orders and invoices for transporting auto products of major automobile companies like Mercedes, Toyota, Chrysler, contributing $10k weekly to the bottom line.
• Transported auto products for major automobile companies, including Mercedes, Mazda, Toyota and Honda via road, rail, sea, and air, contributing $80k in weekly revenue.
• Prepared Profit & Loss (P&L) statements for the automobile sector across the Victoria Region weekly.
•Managed a fleet of 25 vehicles, scheduling maintenance and repairs to maintain operational readiness
Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics

International Logistics Specialist

September 2017 - May 2018

Swisse Wellness

Melbourne, Australia

September 2017 - May 2018

• Reporting to Logistics Manager, managed global import/export operations, collaborating with 9-12 suppliers and 450+ customers across Europe, Asia and Pacific.
• Captured end-to-end visibility for 510+ products in MS Dynamics from manufacturers to retailers pan ANZ.
• Prepared 5 standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work in progress (WIPs) for import/export of goods.
• Achieved 87% container-demand exceeding KPI targets and company expectations.
Key Achievement and Responsibilities:
• Contributed to Swisses revenue increase by 21.5%; grew from over $500M to over $600M in 2017
• Led Swisses top consumer brand position on Tmall during the 2017 11/11 event.
• Steered continuous growth to achieve NZ Swisse sales, moving from 5th to 2nd position in 2017 to 2018
Company industry:
FMCG

Customer Relationship Specialist

September 2014 - August 2016

DHL

Melbourne, Australia

September 2014 - August 2016

• Reporting to Export Manager, managing export operation for 3 major accounts & contract rates mapping to 200 clients.
• Mapped client’s contractual obligations and rate cards in SAP HANA, facilitating negotiations for over 200 worldwide companies.
• Liaised with internal and external stakeholders in 50 countries to improve the billing process.
• Balanced competing tasks, adapting to changing work demands, managing 50-60 freight bookings monthly.
Company industry:
Shipping

Warehouse 2nd Assistant

August 2013 - August 2014

Fuji Xerox

Melbourne, Australia

August 2013 - August 2014

• Performed monthly stock-take exercises, reducing discrepancies by 4%.
• Liaised with freight companies, optimising logistics and reducing transportation costs by $4.5k
• Supervised 3 warehouse staff daily, boosting productivity by 15% through effective delegation.
Company industry:
Paper & Paper Product Manufacture

Warehouse Coordinator

January 2012 - January 2013

Samsung

Melbourne, Australia

January 2012 - January 2013

• Managed a team of 8 to 14 staff to unload from 4 to 7 linehauls of Samsung products and stage them in right zones for delivery.
• Conducted physical stocktakes and trained 5 personnel in stock management methods.
• Processed 8-15 daily shipment requests, ensuring timely and accurate product dispatch.
Company industry:
Construction & Building

IT, Logistics and Supply Chain Tutor

March 2010 - December 2011

RMIT University

Melbourne, Australia

March 2010 - December 2011

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services

IT Tutor

August 2009 - February 2010

Deakin University

Melbourne, Australia

August 2009 - February 2010

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Senior Supply Chain Executive

July 2008 - June 2009

Genco India

Mumbai, India

July 2008 - June 2009

Company industry:
Business Support Services
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Education

Deakin University

June 2006

June 2006

Master's degree, Management Information Systems (E-Business)

Australia

Mumbai University

January 2003

January 2003

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

India

Skills

Supply Chain Management with AI trained
Expert
Supply Chain Management with AI trained
Expert
Global Logistics Management
Expert
Global Logistics Management
Expert
Inventory Optimisation & Management
Expert
Inventory Optimisation & Management
Expert
Demand Forecasting & Planning
Expert
Demand Forecasting & Planning
Expert
Cost Reduction & Process Improvement
Expert
Cost Reduction & Process Improvement
Expert
ERP Systems Implementation- SAP ECC and SAP HANA
Expert
ERP Systems Implementation- SAP ECC and SAP HANA
Expert
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Expert
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Expert
Master Scheduling
Expert
Master Scheduling
Expert
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
COMPONENT DESIGN
Intermediate
COMPONENT DESIGN
Intermediate
CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
AI
Intermediate
AI
Intermediate
Continuous Improvement
Expert
Continuous Improvement
Expert
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Intermediate
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Intermediate
DEMAND FORECASTING
Intermediate
DEMAND FORECASTING
Intermediate
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
Intermediate
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
Intermediate
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Intermediate

Languages

English

Expert

Hindi

Expert

Urdu

Intermediate

Arabic

Intermediate

Memberships

ASCM

Supply Chain Management

June 2020

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Business Administration
Set Solutions
Nov 2012
Show credentials
Training
Business Intelligence Management
Udemy
Jun 2018
Supply Chain Leadership
NCI
Jun 2024
Financial Intelligence Management
Lamcon
Jul 2025

Hobbies and interests

Reading Scholarly books on Islam
Badminton
Cycling
Reading motivational and business oriented books