A highly experienced professional in Supply Chain Management, engineering and technical consultancy. I have worked in renowned multinational companies in supply chain management, supply and demand planning, procurement and operations management. This experience has enabled me to attain mastery of the field of supply chain and operations management. I am currently at a stage where I am using my knowledge, skills and experiences to advise local and international companies on all aspects of supply chain. My strong communication skill, analytical skill and attention to detail complement my nearly 20 years of professional experience and make me an effective manager, technical advisor and leader.
Freelance
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Supply Chain ConsultantFreelance Apr 2020 - Present1. Technical advisor for RENEW Strategies, a US-based investment and consulting firm, in the assessment of the transport and logistic sector in Ethiopia as part of the USAID/BHA private sector engagement project.2. Technical advisor for RENEW Strategies, in supply chain assessment of the agro-business sector in Ethiopia as part of USAID/BHA private sector engagement project.3. Technical advisor for Crosscut Consultancy based in Washington DC, USA in feasibility assessment of integrating UNICEF supply lines with Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Supply Agency.4. Technical advisor for Crosscut Consultancy based in Washington DC, USA in biomedical equipment maintenance management for UNICEF-supplied equipment in Ethiopia.5. Consulting Cochrane, a South Africa-based Security Company in business development in Ethiopia.
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Supply Chain ManagerUnilever Feb 2016 - Mar 2019Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Establish and lead a full-fledged supply chain organization consisting of supply planning, inbound & outbound logistics, customer services and import & export sectors.2. Grew a 4M Euro start-up into a 32M+ Euro business in 3 yrs -
Supply Chain Planning ManagerDiageo Meta Abo Brewery Aug 2013 - Feb 2016Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Balance the needs of demand and supply to ensure high and consistent customer service, set against a background of changing demand forecasts and requirements for changed processes, systems and a new more effective organization. The process covers all activities from short-term scheduling to long term planning. 2. Work with and support the Meta Abo Brewery Supply, Sales and marketing Teams by providing robust, informed, statistically-based forecasts of forward demand.3. Champion the S & OP process so as to galvanize cross-functional teams around Joined Business Planning4. Managing the development and implementation of required best practices in forecasting processes and systems. Translates demand plans into tactical and strategic supply plans for 2 -12 weeks and 3 – 18 months.5. Ensure adequate stock cover of key raw materials and components to support and deliver overall production plans to meet customer and consumer demands.6. Formal liaison with the production site to optimize supply chain opportunities and create overall value within the chain including working closely with the Innovation team and supporting Product Change and Development7. Challenge and build forecasts for new SKU’s8. Involve in all forecast processes (BPM, etc.) 9. Provide performance measurements and proactively drive gap management by ensuring that supply, sales and marketing develop strong, compelling proposals to close gaps and escalate for sign-off at S&OP monthly consensus meetings and Execs sign-off10. Process owner and champion of the S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) process and works closely with the Sales Operations Planning Manager to ensure that supply constraints and opportunities are understood in Demand and that Demand requirements are understood in Supply to drive cross-functional alignment that achieves and delivers overall business goals.
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Lead Maintenance EngineerLibya Oil Ethiopia Ltd (Oilibya) Jul 2012 - Jul 2013Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Prepare annual preventive maintenance plan as per the strategy including Opex & capex as necessary2. Establish and manage maintenance service contract with the service provider 3. Establish and maintain Contractor KPIs, monitor regularly and provide management information for continuous improvement4. Regular engagement of Contractors to review performances5. Internal /external interface management with regard to Asset management6. Ensure implementation of HSE Policy, procedures and standards at all activities.7. Provide guidance and support to maintenance staff at depots and Aviation with regard to Asset Integrity plan and monitor implementation through audits & inspections8. Ensure all financial and process control is implemented.9. Manage company spending on maintenance to ensure cost-effectiveness. 10. Plan and implement periodic site inspections as appropriate.11. Ensure Regulatory requirements with regard to maintenance are complied with. 12. Ensure regular inventory of fixed asset are conducted and records updated 13. Evaluate the performance of critical company assets at all Retail, commercial, depots/ Aviation and recommend action for improvement to the asset managers (upgrade, replace dispose.)14. Manage employees under own supervision as per CLA and HRPM guidelines15. Review, identify and implement training plans for employees and contractors16. Regularly Assess the availability of local contractors and prequalify to get better service in all disciplines17. Review and Approve works/payment to contractors as per the Authority manual.18. Ensure safe keeping of work Manuals, work procedures, standards & drawings both in hard & soft copies, review and update as necessary 19. Implement maintenance best practices & initiatives as per Libya oil group standards
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Supply ManagerLibya Oil Ethiopia Ltd (Oilibya) Sep 2010 - Jun 2012Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Develop an integrated supply chain system that renders high-standard customer service with efficient, cost-effective and safe operations.2. Manage and co-ordinate supply & demand of finished lubricants and bulk fuel as per set company procedures and expectations.3. Ensure accurate product profitability analysis for finished lubricant imports by the company while optimizing inventory held to minimize tying up capital employed.4. Manage contracts with suppliers5. Prepare the class of service’s budget and control operational expenses6. Develop policies and procedures in order to streamline the supply chain activities
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Lubricants Supply CoordinatorLibya Oil Ethiopia Ltd (Oilibya) Nov 2008 - Aug 2010Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Maximize the contribution to the bottom line of the business by identifying and addressing opportunities for the application of procurement or supply chain management practices and by applying the principle of total cost of ownership for all lubricants required by the business. 2. Outbound Logistics Operations (OTIF measurement, LSC Service Level Agreement) 3. Implementation of LSC Safety, Health & Environment Standards. 4. Inbound Logistics (Transport, clearing, stock management)
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Lubricants Supply CoordinatorShell Ethiopia Ltd Nov 2005 - Oct 2008Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Maximize the contribution to the bottom line of the business by identifying and addressing opportunities for the application of procurement or supply chain management practices and by applying the principle of total cost of ownership for all lubricants required by the business.2. Outbound Logistics Operations (OTIF measurement, LSC Service Level Agreement)3. Implementation of LSC Safety, Health & Environment Standards.4. Inbound Logistics (Transport, clearing, stock management)
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Depot Operations AssistantShell Ethiopia Ltd Sep 2004 - Oct 2005Addis Ababa, Ethiopia1. Ensure the depot Safety, health, security and environmental standards are well maintained on daily operations. 2. Manage the depot assets and maintenance of same according to the set standards 3. Maximize profitability by enhancing the efficiency of depot resources. 4. Supervise daily depot operations: receipt, storage & handling, sales of petroleum products
Michael Mesfin Skills
Michael Mesfin Education Details
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International Leadership Institute4.0
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Michael Mesfin's current role is Supply Chain Manager and Technical Consultant.
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Michael Mesfin attended International Leadership Institute, Addis Ababa University.
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Michael Mesfin has skills like Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Demand Supply Planning, Logistics Management, Maintenance Engineering, Operations Management, Procurement, Transportation Management, Food Safety, Industrial Safety, Software Development, Microsoft Applications.
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