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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Develop and implement tailored supply chain solutions within Slim4, to optimize inventory management and reduce stock-outs for Slimstock's clients.Analyze and interpret data to identify areas for improvement in the supply chain, such as lead times, safety stock levels, and order quantities.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, customer success, and product development, to ensure seamless execution and successful outcomes.Utilize Slimstock's advanced inventory optimization software to maximize efficiency and increase profitability for clients.Deliver measurable results by monitoring KPIs and implementing continuous improvement initiatives, while staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Worked client site Intratuin, one of the largest garden centers in the Netherlands with 50 locations, as well as 10 locations in Germany and 2 in Belgium. Served as an Application Manager for Supply Chain/Logistics, specializing in translating supply chain and logistical requirements into the new Warehouse Management System (WMS), Generix. Facilitated effective communication between the business and the implementation team, ensuring optimal utilisation of the WMS and adherence to best practices.Main responsibilities- Maintained the optimal performance of the WMS , Generix, to sustain the efficiency and speed of the logistical handling- Provided implementation, post-implementation and on-going technical support to the key and/or end users - Collaborated with consultants and users to improve application features to meet the business’ needs- Performed testing of deliverables containing updated system features to increase synergy between the application and operators- Modified processes in logistical flow to improve the effectivity of operators/users- Continuous monitoring of operations in system to discover potential improvement opportunitiesNotable achievement- Consulted on improving several system features that resulted in refined user experience

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

Blokker, 125 years old in 2021, is an omnichannel retailer in the Netherlands and has over 405 retail locations across the country. While being a ‘Supply Chain Specialist’ I managed the sales forecast quality, monitored the incoming and outgoing logistical planning of products, and ensured an adequate supply of seasonal products in-store. Main responsibilities- Ensured timely purchase order creation and placement, domestically and internationally within Slim4- Secured on-time delivery, through close monitoring of shipment status and continuous communication with all stakeholders involved, like suppliers - Managed, planned, and coordinated inbound process of deliveries with suppliers - Maximized and maintained continuously availability of products as measured through the set key performance indicators (e.g. availability rate) - Monitored and analyzed sales patterns to adjust for fluctuations- Balanced service and inventory level against targets within the Open-To-Buy (OTB)- Managed inventory levels in coordination with logistical stakeholders to provide multiple deliveries if necessary- Corresponded weekly about available OTB with internal stakeholders like procurement, finance, and operations- Created a demand plan by analyzing historical sales, promotional activities, and market growth- Identified gaps in the demand and supply planning of products, solve problems if encountered to prevent out of stock issues- Collaborated with procurement colleagues to create demand planning of all seasonal products- Provided the highest accuracy for the supply and demand planning within Slim4- Contributed to improving logistical planning for delivery of seasonal products Notable achievements- Stimulated the decrease of total residual stock of seasonal products by 30% on a year-to-year basis, by ensuring effective and timely availability in-store- Increased the revenues of seasonal products on a year-to-year basis while maintaining continuous availability

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

Bol.com is the largest e-commerce site and platform in the Netherlands, with over 10 million customers in the Netherlands and Belgium. While working as a ‘Supply Chain Specialist’ I was part of a three-person team responsible for the supply and demand planning and logistical coordination of the entire toys category.Main responsibilities- Acted as the primary supply chain contact person for several key accounts within the category- Ensured timely purchase order creation and placement, domestically and internationally within Slim4- Secured on-time delivery, through close monitoring of shipment status and continuous communication with all stakeholders involved, like buyers and suppliers- Managed, planned, and coordinated inbound process of deliveries with suppliers - Monitored and analyzed sales patterns to adjust for fluctuations, before and during the peak revenue season in the toy industry (Nov-Dec)- Managed inventory levels in coordination with all stakeholders like buying and logistics - Created and maintained a demand plan by analyzing historical sales, promotional activities, and revenue growth in Slim4- Identified gaps in the demand and supply planning of products, solve problems if encountered to prevent out of stock issuesNotable achievements- Learned multiple new inventory theories and methods- Product availability allowed the achievement of new all-time highs (at the time) in revenue for the category during the peak season of November and December

Breda Area, Netherlands

Hello Design Classics is a boutique store that specializes in design classic furniture items where I handled several aspects of the business.Main responsibilities- Conducted market research aimed toward finding direct competitors, alternative sales channels, and potential purchasing channels- Assisted in the creation and execution of a local store marketing strategy, e.g. local advertisement, participation in fairs- Designed marketing visuals for online/offline usage in Adobe Illustrator- Performed sales activities in-store when the manager was absent (e.g. leaves)- Managed administration for the incoming and outgoing flow of inventory goods- Coordinated and executed the delivery of sold goods throughout the countryNotable achievements- Created an entirely new online website per request, built on the WordPress content management system- Created a clear overview of inventory status, for example, amount of items, the value of total inventory, location of items

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

Key responsibilities:• Conducted primary and secondary research on document management system EDOCS• Researched client satisfaction with company and its products and services• Identified (new) marketing channels for additional products and services• Wrote marketing copy for products online, brochures and other communication methods• Measured the effectiveness of marketing tactics and channels through Google Analytics.

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, International Business And Management Studies

Minor in international finance

Education record

Exchange semester abroad Courses taken: Services Marketing, Sport Marketing, Business Communication, Organizational Behavior, Introductory.

Senior Secondary Vocational Education And Training (Mbo), International Business

Activities and Societies: International Business Studies

High School Exchange Year