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I am a results-driven, pragmatic supply chain professional with 15+ years’ experience in supply chain planning, project management and third-party supplier management. I specialise in all facets of demand planning, S&OP and inventory management, ensuring alignment with forecasting and commercial objectives. With a record of success in the FMCG and pharmaceutical sectors, my skill is in driving inventory optimisation via the simplification of the supply chain process. In high pressure and complex environments, I model adaptability, resilience and accountability and pay attention to the small details that deliver positive outcomes.My unique blend of skills and experience can enable businesses of any size in any market to achieve optimal productivity and visibility in line with short and long-term objectives. I am knowledgeable in all aspects of operations and broader industry dynamics, providing commercial insights and collaborating with high-performing teams to simplify processes and drive efficiency improvement. I have enhanced supplier delivery performance via KPIs, improved operational efficiencies, and contributed to key business initiatives including working capital reduction, new product development and SAP/ERP system integration. Being a skilled negotiator and stakeholder manager with strong business acumen, I forge sustainable relationships with cross-functional teams and diverse partners.Specialties:✔ Supply Change Management & Demand Planning✔ Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)✔ Inventory Optimisation & Process Improvement✔ Logistical and Commercial Alignment / Budget Monitoring and Analysis ✔ Risk and Opportunity Fit Gap Analysis✔ BW Reporting and KPI Dashboard / Reporting✔ Procurement, CMO Management / Cost and Contract Negotiation✔ Vendor and Stakeholder Engagement✔ Production Planning, Third-Party Supplier (CMO) Management, Inter-company Sourcing (VMI)

Listed skills include Auditing, Supplier Negotiation, Sap Implementation, Contingency Planning, and 46 others.