Launched 10 projects within last 18 monthsPoint of contact for UL brands, processes and upskilling the team Lead SC transformation projects, moving from UL SU’s to strategic 3PM’s.Worked with PMO to create network templates to allow a quick start for projectsMicromanaged and lead crisis calls due to supply and geopolitical situationsSupported and covered for Innovation Planning Manager

Leads SC workstream in medium-low complexity innovation projectsConducts critical path analysis for SC elements in projects to ensure stage-gate OTIF, Innovation SKU cost analysis for target %GM, CapEx estimations and capacity planningRepresents SC in Innovation Project Team Meetings for medium – low complexity projects, 5S projects and in Cluster SC Review meetingsRepresents GSC in OC IB meetings with Clusters to align Innovation inputs for gatekeepingSC lead in selected 5S projects and responsible for delivery of SC savingsCollaborates with functional teams to drive margin accretion in innovation projects Leads intervention (SC representation) on ad hoc issues e.g., supply security, resilience, demand forecasts etc

Supported the successful trial and transfer of volume from Sara Lee and Alberto Culver sites for both the hair, skin, and bath portfolios, including global demand including detailed ramp up plansLead the successful trial and transfer of volume from 3rd party and BYD into PSL with weekly meetings holding the factories accountable for management of obsolescent materials. Due to capacity constraints managed back up production in the sister sitesCreate short, mid, and long-term plan keeping all counties to an agreed DOH whilst balancing stocks and ensuring we meet our targetsCreate, analyse and issue SPR and then hold weekly connect calls with all MSO’s highlighting any issues and changes to demand as well as promotions and new product introductionsDeveloped periodic planning cycle to maximise output with constrained make plant capacity and constantly review to market demandCreated strong working relationships with local, Regional and Global teams - Operations, Quality, SUIT, Engineering, Category, SCOC, MSO, BYD and VFCreate and issue a weekly plan for each line and lead weekly review meetings of the following weeks planAttend production meetings with Quality, Operations, SUIT and Engineering reflecting on last 24hrs and looking forward to the next 24hrsTrained and supported 2 new schedulersManage and maintain portfolio with significant demand volatility whilst ensuring supply to the marketFrequently recognised for delivering ‘above & beyond’ to ensure we meet our production demands

Temporary contact for on-site companies and FMCG clientCreate, distribute and process time sheets for staff working with Client and on-site companiesInterview and induct candidates giving Health and Safety briefing and issuing/collecting correct PPE when neededEnsure all candidates files are kept up to date with relevant information Liaising with Client and available candidates regarding assignments ensuring work completed on time without any issues and record for paymentContact candidates to inform of changes – different hours, assignments or not requiredInform Accountant of new starters, amendments to details and end of service requirementsCreate job descriptions for Client and issue on internet websites and internal job boardsResource, screen and arrange interviews for potential candidatesLiaise with the Client regarding successful and unsuccessful candidates and feedback

Main point of contact with our affiliate sites (EU/ROW) ensuring all surplus raw materials/intergrants are despatched and delivered on time causing no disruption to the production sites.Transfer of products/processes to sister sites enabling supply to Customers with minimal disruption. Align discrepancies between in-house systems.Assistant to the Supply Chain Manager and Crisis Management Team.Part of the site closure team ensuring the smooth transition of the business to Hungary.

Lead a team to produce Circ. 2,000tn per annum between 4 different UK/EU Contract manufacturers.Set up procedure and products liaising with the Contract Manufacture sites to ensure correct and up-to-date information e.g MSDS/Allergen data sheets, gold std samples, formulations & packaging requirements are all maintained.Developed a comprehensive system for contract manufacturing.Forecasted 3rd party production plans to meet Customer requirements.Liaised on a regular basis with Account Managers, Customer Care, Production, QC and Warehousing within each of the different production sites.Allocated raw materials & packaging liaising with external warehouse.Liaised with transport company to ensure all materials despatched/delivered on time.Distributed finished product samples and arranged collection of finished product with transport company.Authorised invoices and resolving issues.Controlling traceability for audit reasons.24hr Single point of contact for 3rd party sites.Supply Chain point of contact for HACCP.

Lead a team purchasing Circ. 5,000 orders per annum.Designed of a database to control the raw materials ordering reducing the time spent on raw material ordering by 25%.Evaluating production needs and ensuring materials in stock (just in time).Confirming Customer sales order within 48hrs.Dealing with Customs and Rural agents for imported products.Liaising with internal planning, QC and suppliers resolving product supply issues.Working with local/global buyers and providing demand forecasts.Indirect spend buyer.Controlling stock levels.Reporting and resolving supplier complaints and arranging product returns.Reconciling waste packaging.Tracing raw materials.

Worked in a team progressing Circ. 10,000 Sales orders per annum.Entering and progressing orders to reflect Customer demand.Liaising with Customers and Supply Chain to prioritise orders.Progressing orders through various departments from raw material supply through production, QC to warehousing.Ensuring orders are despatched on time in full.Issuing COA.Liaising with Customers & Transport to arrange customer returns.Issuing credit/debit notes.Basic SAP usage.

Worked in a team planning Circ. 1000 different powder compounds, Circ. 12,000tn per annum.Confirmed Customer orders within 48hrs.Plan production to allow smooth flow and utilise maximum output.Communicate production issues to Order Coordination / Customer care.Attend daily production meeting.Review Customer forecasts and challenge where needed.