Supply Chain and logistics specialist

ASSIGNMENTS 2003 TO DATE

Elekta Ltd.- Manufacturer of Oncology equipment(Dec 07-Mar 08)

Interim Global Spares Logistics Manager, oncology medical equipment, manufacturer supplying globally, 24x7x363 through distributors and business units.

Improved availability of spares from 88% to 94%, delivery performance from 92% to 97%., stabilised operating team, continued development of reporting and KPIs following implementation of Movex ERP.
Risk assessment spares service and of 3PL partners.

Drax Power Ltd - Power station (July 07 to Nov. 07)

Logistics consultancy assignment – viability study for the logistics of biomass fuels in power generation, deliverables :
Logistics strategy – supply chain planning – scenario modelling.

Cafedirect - Coffee & Tea manufacturer (Aug.06 to June 07)

Interim Head of Operations, responsible for FMCG Procurement, manufacturing, fulfilment, 3rd party service providers for all services, manufacturing, fulfilment.
Deliverables; align purchasing and forecasting, introduce flexible purchasing, reduce inventory levels, manage change of manufacturing partner, introducing Service Level Agreements for service providers, restructure method of costing, scope and deliver SC cost savings.

CVL - niche consultancy (April 06 to May 06)

Consultancy assignment for change of fulfilment service partner, RFI, RFP, information gathering and sourcing new service provider.

Peak Developments - distributor of flash memory and mobile solutions (Dec. 04 to March 06)

Assignment as Interim Operations Director to assist in managing strong company growth, £25 to £38 million in the year 04-05, £38-£50 million for 05-06. Distributor of flash memory and mobile computing connectivity solutions.
o Implementing process improvements for the business
o Sourcing and implementing a distribution ERP system to support business objectives, WMS, POP, SOP, Returns, financials.
o Managing in-house production, subcontractors, logistics, consumer software development project, WEEE and RoHS compliance programme.

hugh symons - PC manufacture

Assignment to improve supply chain efficiencies in production and distribution
functions of the wholesale division. Manufacturing PCs and distributing PC components. Underpinned by a recent Oracle implementation that resulted in gaps in business process support.

Deliverables; getting the WMS element to work, gap analysis, purchasing and forecasting analysis, inventory controls, workflow controls and return to profitability.

Toolbank - Distributor and wholesaler of hand and power tools to building and engineering merchants, 12 DC’s nationally, 22000 SKUs, £100 million sales revenue.

Assignment to achieve a best practice warehouse model, delivering improved efficiencies and resourced for greater volumes combined with lower unit values. Review and analysis of the Supply Chain resulted in recommendations for a lean inventory strategy, new Warehouse Management System (WMS) for improved inventory management, manpower management and order processing. Improvements aimed to take customer order fulfilment from 95% to 99% with lower long term capital requirements.

Crosslinks - Not for Profit agency supporting education initiatives internationally, within 3rd World countries. 94 staff.

Engaged by the COO to assess the existing database application and make recommendations for future database strategies. Delivered recommendations to change the application as soon as feasible, established criteria for database definitions and useage. Primary use for marketing and donation tracking.

White Light Group

Theatrical lighting hire and sales. £9 million revenues, 90 staff. Covering West End shows, outside broadcasts and events. A recent consolidation from 5 sites to 1 required clarification of objectives and strategies in handling physical assets.

Assignment to review and analyse distribution and warehouse processes. Delivered a blueprint for process flow, policies and strategies to improve efficiencies and controls. Subsequently implemented.

CAREER HISTORY

2000-2002 Operations Director, Bandai UK Ltd., Southampton, marketing and distribution of toys and games to Argos, Tesco, et al. £22 million sales revenue, 19 staff, cost and budget responsibility.

Functional responsibilities for forecasting, purchasing, import and customs, distribution, inventory, order fulfilment, 3rd party supplier management, KPI management, working closely with European HO.
Achievements include: change of distribution services provider, integration of data exchange, reducing costs and improving inventory controls; Internal IT requirements, change internal LAN, committee member for European IT; management consultant for European import and distribution while the method of distribution changed.

1996-1999 General Manager, Bandai BV (Southampton). CEO for subsidiary company providing distribution services for Bandai Europe, £140 million business, pan-European hub operation, 400-2000+ 40’ containers pa, 75000 sq. ft. DC, 14-80 staff, P & L and operations responsibility; forecasting, shipping, purchasing, import, export and customs, distribution, inventory, order fulfilment.

Achievements include : Implemented Bonded warehousing, identified and managed advantageous customs policies achieving 2% cost of goods reduction, sourced and implemented IT solution, WMS & Distribution modules, supporting business process on time and budget, effective management of flexible revenue and work flow against fixed costs, benchmarking, outsourced non-core functions, implemented UK distribution systems, 3rd Party supplier management, KPI management.

1990- 1996 General Manager, Import Services Ltd, Southampton. 3rd Party distribution services provider, multi-site, shipping, importing, export, customs, warehousing, repacking, pick & pack & prep, classic UK distribution to national multiple retailers, extensive outsourcing. 80 staff, £4 million revenue, costs and budget responsibility.

Achievements include : Developed European distribution services for major clients, supporting business models, implemented integration of Purchase Order and receipting system, implemented import management, software development within existing application encompassing process planning, benchmarking, enhancement of client relationships by prompt and accurate management of client needs, KPI management.

1988-1990 European Sales Exec., Eurosea Ltd, sales and distribution of fresh and frozen seafood. Developed sales direct to France, Germany, Italy, Holland.

1987-1988 European Sales Manager, Mordaunt Short Ltd, manufacturer of hi-fi speakers

1983-1987 Export sales and Marketing Exec., Wharfedale Loudspeakers Ltd, manufacturer.

1982-1983 Area Sales Manager, Celestion International Ltd, manufacturer of hi-fi and

1980-1982 Area Sales Manager, Garrard Ltd., manufacturer of hi-fi and professional products.

1976-1980 Branch manager, Area Sales Representative, Superfidelity Ltd, retailer.

Professional bodies : Affiliate member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply(CIPS).

Education Cheltenham College, Cheltenham. 8 ‘O’ levels, 1 ‘AO’ level, 3 ‘A’ levels, 1 ‘S’ level

Fluent French, written and spoken.

Interests Swimming, rugby, music, theatre, cinema, literature and languages.