Deputy Manager - Warehouse & Logistics, with nearly 22 years’ extensive experience in Logistics Operations, Warehouse Management, Commercial Operations, Project Development & Implementation and Vendor Management. Increased growth in an organized manner in efforts to maintain profit and effectiveness throughout the whole operational and logistics processes.
Known for optimizing operational efficiency while reducing costs, thereby increasing corporate profitability and client service levels. Rich experience in collaborating with other departments to integrate SCM & logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, and order management. Steered inventory management, process reengineering, Lean practices, productivity and profit improvement initiatives.
Redesigned layout of warehouse and trade sales area, resulting in easier picking and an increase in warehouse productivity. Implemented new warehouse operative shift pattern, managed training and multiskilling of staff to achieve greater flexibility across all functions. Excellent People Management skills, leveraged in leading teams; expertise in adding value to the workforce through consistent skill development & coaching, thereby taking business to new heights. Working knowledge of SAP, JD Edwards, and ACE ERP. Proven strengths in managing cross-functional teams, building and maintaining excellent relations.