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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

As a Logistics Manager, I partner with 3PL providers, including freight forwarders and customs brokers, to drive continuous improvement and ensure supply chain visibility, effectively managing the flow of goods. - Collaborate closely with third-party logistics providers and vendors to maintain smooth operations and enhance supply chain performance.- Lead the development and implementation of an incident management system to track issues raised by stakeholders, freight forwarders or a large base of thousands of vendors, generating insights and implementing strategies to minimize resolution time and number of issues raised.- Oversaw the redesign of a reporting & analytics system to better measure supply chain performance and provide clear supply chain visibility to stakeholders, including the warehouse.- Strengthened relationships with freight forwarders and created collaboration tools to improve communication, resulting in higher invoice processing efficiency.- Implemented Robotic Process Automation (RPA), increasing task/process accuracy, reliability and efficiency, allowing associates to deliver greater value to the business.These initiatives have not only streamlined operations but also contributed to significant efficiency gains and cost savings, reinforcing the robustness of the supply chain management system.

Manila, Philippines

As Head of Supply Chain, I implemented initiatives that improved production efficiency, logistics operations, and strategic supply chain management.- Introduced a third-party logistics (3PL) transport provider alongside the company’s fleet of trucks to better manage growth. This addition enhanced flexibility and improved on-time deliveries from the manufacturing facility to stores.- Developed and executed the supply chain strategy for opening and operating the first Fatburger restaurant in the Philippines. This involved managing the procurement of both local and overseas raw materials and overseeing the import process.- Tackled inefficiencies within the group's independent operational structures by implementing shared services across brands, reducing the overall operational and supply chain cost.- Implemented cycle count and an inventory management system to better track raw material, reducing out of stock and overstock items.These accomplishments significantly enhanced the company’s operational effectiveness and supply chain robustness, contributing to sustained growth and improved service delivery.

Medellín, Colombia

As a Senior Supply Chain Manager, I led a diverse team of over 80 associates across procurement, planning, sample room, production, warehouse, and distribution. My primary responsibility was to set the supply chain strategy and deliver results aligned with the business objectives.- Collaborated with the design team to streamline and rationalize fabric selection, resulting in a reduction in the cost of goods by negotiating better fabric and manufacturing costs with suppliers.- Developed and implemented a supply chain plan that unified fragmented departments into a cohesive unit by setting clear KPIs and holding regular business review meetings resulting in lead times and increasing Delivery In Full On Time (DIFOT) to stores.- Spearheaded the internal development and implementation of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) featuring picking by handheld devices and sort-by-light technology. This innovation improved task efficiency and reduced overtime payments.- Reviewed and refined the sourcing strategy to procure two product categories from China and Peru as finished goods, rather than local manufacturing. This strategic shift reduced costs and involved managing the procurement and logistics of cross-border shipments.These initiatives enhanced the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall performance of the supply chain operations, driving substantial improvements in key performance metrics and supported the company’s growth objectives.

Medellín, Colombia

As the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager, I was responsible for analyzing sales data, managing store stock allocation, and scheduling production to meet business goals.- Transitioned from a decentralized stock selection model, where store managers selected stock, to a centralized selection and allocation model. This change enhanced collection coherency across stores, improved the customer shopping experience, and ultimately increasing sales.- Developed sophisticated forecasting models using advanced Excel (VBA and SQL) to analyze sales history across multiple dimensions (5,000+ SKUs per season, three sales channels, and eight store zones). This initiative increased the percentage of garments sold at full price and reduced the volume of garments sent to outlets.These initiatives led to more efficient stock management, better alignment of stock with customer demand, and improved overall sales performance.

Medellín, Colombia

As the Sales and Operations Manager for a family-owned business, my primary responsibilities were to increase sales and successfully sell the company within a two-year timeframe. - Opened new distribution channels in untapped markets, resulting in overall company sales increase.- Negotiated a pivotal contract with the international company McCain to produce their pizzas. This partnership generated additional revenue and increased plant capacity utilization.- Achieved the goal of selling the company by driving sales growth, identifying potential buyers, negotiating terms, and leading the transition. Managed the transaction with Colombian Group Avesco S.A.S., culminating in the successful sale of the business in 2011.These initiatives significantly enhanced the company's market presence, operational efficiency, and overall value, culminating in a successful business sale and ensuring a smooth transition to the new ownership.

Medellín, Colombia

As an Operations Manager, I was responsible for setting the operational strategy and leading the production, planning, purchasing, and logistics teams. - Led a team of over 1,000 associates, setting and executing strategies to enhance overall operational efficiency.- Managed quality and productivity key performance indicators and controlled production lead times.- Adjusted labor force requirements based on client projections, dimensioning the whole production process.- Controlled budgets, costs, and expenses of the overall operation.These initiatives significantly improved operational performance, enhanced team productivity, and reduced costs, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the organization.

Medellín, Colombia

As a Production Planner, my primary responsibilities included analyzing plant capacity, determining equipment requirements, and scheduling production lots.- Conducted detailed analyses of plant capacities and developed Excel models to identify and understand capacity constraints.- Planned and scheduled production based on the capacity models and client projections, effectively minimizing lead times and reducing costs.These efforts ensured efficient use of resources, optimized production processes, and enhanced the overall operational efficiency of the plant.

Medellín, Colombia

In my role as Purchasing and Logistics Lead, I was responsible for monitoring raw material stock levels, placing purchase orders, and coordinating with third-party logistics (3PL) transport providers.- Developed an inventory monitoring tool and established reorder points (ROP), which minimized out-of-stock items.- Managed operations with 3PL transport providers to ensure the timely delivery of raw materials and finished goods to customers.These initiatives improved inventory accuracy, reduced stockouts, and enhanced the efficiency of logistics operations, contributing to smoother supply chain management and better customer satisfaction.

Master'S Degree, Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Engineering Management