Supply Chain Manager

Shandong Lawrance Textiles Co., Ltd (CHINA) AJLAN & BROS. GROUP

June 2014 to June 2022

Group website: www.ajlanbros.com        

  Company website: www.lawrancetex.com/en/

Positions Held from 2014 to 2022

• Planning Manager
• Central Planning Manager
• Logistics Manager
• Procurement Manager
• Sourcing Manager

Responsible for overseeing and optimizing the entire supply chain process, from procurement of raw materials to delivery of finished products to ensures that the supply chain operates efficiently, meets customer demands, and contributes to the company’s overall profitability

  • Held key leadership roles in Planning, Logistics, Procurement, and Sourcing management.
  • Oversaw end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
  • Directed planning, forecasting, procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics.
  • Led KPI reporting, performance analysis, and improvement initiatives.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for favorable contracts and ensured legal compliance.
  • Conducted supplier assessments and optimized warehouse and inventory processes.
  • Maintained documentation and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
  • Fostered strong internal and external relationships to enhance communication.
  • Trained and mentored staff, emphasizing safety and operational best practices.

Planning Manager

Arafa Holding, Swiss Garment Company (Egypt)

May 2009 to May 2014

www.arafaholding.com

        Responsible for overseeing the strategic planning and operational execution of projects within the organization through coordinating with various departments to ensure alignment with business objectives, optimizing resource allocation, and managing timelines to achieve organizational goals.

  • Oversaw daily operations and resource management across departments to ensure efficiency.
  • Developed production plans and ensured timely procurement of raw materials.
  • Collaborated with departments and customers to maintain process quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Ensured product availability in correct quantities and locations.
  • Monitored operations and generated regular performance reports.
  • Managed and optimized production schedules and warehouse operations.
  • Implemented improvements for faster and more efficient material storage and retrieval.
  • Monitored inventory and addressed issues such as dead stock.
  • Supervised maintenance planning and execution.
  • Ensured timely, budget-compliant, and quality-checked order fulfillment.
  • Trained and led junior staff to enhance productivity and team performance.

Operations Manager

HSA Group (Yemen)

 April 2008 to April 2009

www.hsagroup.com

Hayel Saeed Anam & Co is a deep-rooted economic group. Its location is in the Republic of Yemen and spans in a number of countries worldwide. The group includes manufacturing (foods, Dairy, Butter), trading and service companies and institutions.

Responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring that the organization runs efficiently and effectively through managing resources, implementing operational strategies, and driving continuous improvement across all departments.

  • Production Planning: Develop comprehensive production plans to meet organizational goals.
  • Raw Material Management: Ensure the timely procurement of raw materials, specifying required quantities, delivery dates, and arrival schedules.
  • Interdepartmental Communication: Collaborate with various departments during production to verify processes and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
  • Customer Interaction: Engage with customers throughout different stages of production to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
  • Optimal Operations: Ensure efficient operations, guaranteeing that products are available in the right store, at the right time, and in the correct quantities.
  • Reporting and Analytics: Monitor daily operations, providing regular updates, and generating daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports and statistics.
  • Production Monitoring: Oversee production processes, analyze reports, and adjust schedules as necessary to maintain efficiency.
  • Warehouse Operations Management: Plan, organize, and control all aspects of warehouse operations.
  • Process Improvement: Research and implement improvements in warehouse operations, assisting the team in efficient material and product storage for quicker retrieval.
  • Warehouse Reporting: Monitor warehouse reports, including inventory status and dead stock assessments.
  • Maintenance Oversight: Supervise the development of maintenance schedules and ensure their timely execution.
  • Order Fulfillment: Ensure that customer orders are completed on time while meeting budgetary and quality requirements.

Team Management: Manage, train, and supervise junior staff to enhance team performance and productivity.

Senior Planning Engineer

Concrete for Ready Made Garments (Egypt)

June 2001 to March 2008

www.concrete.com

            Responsible for leading the planning department and developing strategic plans that align with the organization’s goals. through overseeing complex projects, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring efficient resource allocation to maximize operational effectiveness.

  • Led the planning department and developed strategic production plans aligned with organizational goals.
  • Managed complex projects and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient resource allocation.
  • Implemented production schedules to ensure timely and efficient operations.
  • Issued work orders and monitored their execution to maintain workflow continuity.
  • Oversaw warehouse activities and ensured timely material delivery and release.
  • Maintained accurate inventory through up-to-date stock control systems.