Inventory
Optimization
Senior procurement and supply chain professional with more than 26 years of experience across FMCG distribution, tobacco distribution, and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. Extensive expertise in procurement operations, inventory optimization, supplier relationship management, raw material planning, and demand forecasting.
Experienced in supporting organizations through procurement transformation, inventory control improvements, supplier performance enhancement, and operational efficiency initiatives within fast-paced and highly demanding business environments.
Strong background in aligning procurement and supply planning activities with operational goals while maintaining cost efficiency, product availability, supplier reliability, and business continuity.
Business Challenges Supported
- High inventory carrying costs
- Excess or obsolete stock
- Stock outs
- Procurement inefficiencies and limited visibility
- Supplier performance issues
- Forecasting inaccuracies
Solutions
- Procurement Process Improvement
- Inventory Optimization
- Demand Planning & Forecasting Support
- Supplier Management
- Raw Material Planning Support
Industry Experience
FMCG Distribution
Experience supporting fast-moving operational environments requiring high inventory availability, responsive procurement planning, and supplier coordination.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Experience within regulated manufacturing environments requiring operational continuity, raw material planning, supplier reliability, and inventory control.
Tobacco Distribution
Experience managing supply planning and procurement activities within high-volume distribution operations.