Supply Chain Director

• Dec 2022 - Present

Head of Continuous Improvement & Governance Supply Chain

• Sep 2019 - Jul 2022

► Developed and implemented processes and standards for demand, supply and order management planning based on lean thinking to establish the global supply chain end-to-end synchronization hub (control tower) ► Led digital transformation projects and implemented advanced digital solutions (cloud-based platforms and AI planning tools) to deliver cost efficiencies and improve the planning process. ► Developed the supply chain roadmap of projects based on corporate strategy ► Led the… Show more ► Developed and implemented processes and standards for demand, supply and order management planning based on lean thinking to establish the global supply chain end-to-end synchronization hub (control tower) ► Led digital transformation projects and implemented advanced digital solutions (cloud-based platforms and AI planning tools) to deliver cost efficiencies and improve the planning process. ► Developed the supply chain roadmap of projects based on corporate strategy ► Led the project management office and the organisation's continuous improvement activities by owning the performance monitoring process (PDCA). ► Ensured the application of processes and standards by leading global virtual teams. ► Owned and managed the business relationship with an offshore business service provider (based in India). Show less ► Developed and implemented processes and standards for demand, supply and order management planning based on lean thinking to establish the global supply chain end-to-end synchronization hub (control tower) ► Led digital transformation projects and implemented advanced digital solutions (cloud-based platforms and AI planning tools) to deliver cost efficiencies and improve the planning process. ► Developed the supply chain roadmap of projects based on corporate strategy ► Led the… Show more ► Developed and implemented processes and standards for demand, supply and order management planning based on lean thinking to establish the global supply chain end-to-end synchronization hub (control tower) ► Led digital transformation projects and implemented advanced digital solutions (cloud-based platforms and AI planning tools) to deliver cost efficiencies and improve the planning process. ► Developed the supply chain roadmap of projects based on corporate strategy ► Led the project management office and the organisation's continuous improvement activities by owning the performance monitoring process (PDCA). ► Ensured the application of processes and standards by leading global virtual teams. ► Owned and managed the business relationship with an offshore business service provider (based in India). Show less

Director Of Operations

• Feb 2016 - Aug 2019

► Led a full range of operational activities including manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, procurement, postponement hub, quality assurance, human resources, legal & finance ► Responsible for the total P/L of the site ► Achieved the cultural transformation (implementation of lean thinking and tools) that repositioned the site into the global network as an essential contributor. ► Managed the installation (ahead of the timeline and below the original budget) of a state-of-the-art… Show more ► Led a full range of operational activities including manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, procurement, postponement hub, quality assurance, human resources, legal & finance ► Responsible for the total P/L of the site ► Achieved the cultural transformation (implementation of lean thinking and tools) that repositioned the site into the global network as an essential contributor. ► Managed the installation (ahead of the timeline and below the original budget) of a state-of-the-art production line in a brownfield - (multi-million Capex investment for the innovative heat-not-burn product IQOS). ► Developed and execute the procurement strategy for the local expenditures of the installation project ► Start up the company's first postponement hub for order fulfilment and managed the relationship with the Business Service provider (multi-million dollar contract management) ► Achieved cost reduction and efficiencies of > $1 per year ► Managed financial performance of the whole operational unit (from the budget cycle to results delivery and KPIs monitoring) Show less ► Led a full range of operational activities including manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, procurement, postponement hub, quality assurance, human resources, legal & finance ► Responsible for the total P/L of the site ► Achieved the cultural transformation (implementation of lean thinking and tools) that repositioned the site into the global network as an essential contributor. ► Managed the installation (ahead of the timeline and below the original budget) of a state-of-the-art… Show more ► Led a full range of operational activities including manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, procurement, postponement hub, quality assurance, human resources, legal & finance ► Responsible for the total P/L of the site ► Achieved the cultural transformation (implementation of lean thinking and tools) that repositioned the site into the global network as an essential contributor. ► Managed the installation (ahead of the timeline and below the original budget) of a state-of-the-art production line in a brownfield - (multi-million Capex investment for the innovative heat-not-burn product IQOS). ► Developed and execute the procurement strategy for the local expenditures of the installation project ► Start up the company's first postponement hub for order fulfilment and managed the relationship with the Business Service provider (multi-million dollar contract management) ► Achieved cost reduction and efficiencies of > $1 per year ► Managed financial performance of the whole operational unit (from the budget cycle to results delivery and KPIs monitoring) Show less

Manufacturing Manager

• Oct 2009 - Jan 2012

► Led the manufacturing team to achieve production targets ► Managed an organizational and cultural transformation program to implement lean thinking and working tools and process in manufacturing ► Led the manufacturing team to achieve production targets ► Managed an organizational and cultural transformation program to implement lean thinking and working tools and process in manufacturing

Manager Supply Chain

• Mar 2008 - Oct 2009

► Led an organizational transformation project to integrate the functions of Procurement, Warehousing and Logistics teams into the streamlined organization of the Supply Chain. ► Led the E2E Supply planning (from demand to distribution planning) for the local market and participated in the local S&OP. ► Developed and led the execution of the purchasing strategy for all local expenditures from operational to marketing expenses based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO – for indirect materials… Show more ► Led an organizational transformation project to integrate the functions of Procurement, Warehousing and Logistics teams into the streamlined organization of the Supply Chain. ► Led the E2E Supply planning (from demand to distribution planning) for the local market and participated in the local S&OP. ► Developed and led the execution of the purchasing strategy for all local expenditures from operational to marketing expenses based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO – for indirect materials ) or Cost of Goods Sold (COGS – for direct materials). ► Developed the local supplier risk management strategy. ► Managed the business relationship with a 3PL ► Established the local processes for seamless collaboration with the regional cluster Logistics Control Tour team to enable them to materiliaze cost savings

Manager Procurement

• Dec 2006 - Feb 2008

► Led the team of Direct Materials and Indirect Materials and Services purchasing. ► Led the local execution of global Direct Materials contracts (evaluating suppliers’ compliance in terms of quality, quantity, delivery lead time, cost and SLA targets achievement). ► Developed and led the execution of the purchasing strategy for all local expenditures from operational to marketing expenses based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO – for indirect materials ) or Cost of Goods Sold (COGS – for… Show more ► Led the team of Direct Materials and Indirect Materials and Services purchasing. ► Led the local execution of global Direct Materials contracts (evaluating suppliers’ compliance in terms of quality, quantity, delivery lead time, cost and SLA targets achievement). ► Developed and led the execution of the purchasing strategy for all local expenditures from operational to marketing expenses based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO – for indirect materials ) or Cost of Goods Sold (COGS – for direct materials).

Manager Internal Controls

• Mar 2005 - Nov 2006

► Leading the implementation of the group’s processes, policies and practices in the affiliate. ► Leading the implementation of SOX controls and all other relevant compliance laws and regulations. ► Advising the business in the development of new processes to ensure regulatory compliance in manufacturing, distribution, finance and procurement activities.

Senior Internal Controls Analyst

• Mar 2004 - Mar 2005

► Responsible to implement the group’s processes, policies and practices, and SOX controls in the affiliate. ► Advising the business in the development of new processes to ensure regulatory compliance in manufacturing, distribution, finance and procurement activities.

Supervisor Internal Audit

• Jan 2001 - Mar 2004

► Managing teams in different advisory assignments in companies in industries such as engineering services, procurement services, property development and construction, software, shipping, and real estate management. ► Managing teams in different advisory assignments in companies in industries such as engineering services, procurement services, property development and construction, software, shipping, and real estate management.

Internal Auditor

• May 2000 - Dec 2000

► Providing internal audit services to the different group companies in industries such as oil refinery, engineering services, group purchasing contracts, property development and construction project management, shipping, and real estate management. ► Providing internal audit services to the different group companies in industries such as oil refinery, engineering services, group purchasing contracts, property development and construction project management, shipping, and real estate management.

Accountant

• May 1999 - Apr 2000