A K MAITI

Resident: APNLY, CHA B 203, J .R (S), Calcutta (Kolkata)-700132, India

Mobile: +91.8017709041, +91.9831328275; Email:  igf.global@gmail.com ; Skype: ashish_maity

Linked in: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/ashishmbose

GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT EXPERT

Supply Chain Strategy, creates business process improvement, utilizing entrepreneurial vision, technological understanding, exceptional relationship management  &  business continuity, fostering revenue growth, cost savings, best business practices , compliance and improved productivity.

PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSYS:

A Visionary senior supply chain director with expertise in  Supply chain projects, contract logistics , 3PL / 4 PL logistics, warehousing operations, retail supply chain, international business development, cross-functional team leadership, delivering positive outcomes with strong and sustainable gains.

Talented and inventive professional with a proven track record of accelerating revenue growth through strategic and tactical development of project planning, transportation networks, process improvement driving cost savings, strategic sourcing, risk management, SCM consulting, sustainable energy efficient solution design, reverse logistics and market development. Have worked extensively over 20 years in Middle East, East Africa and South Asia.

Strong negotiator in International Sourcing, Buying, Leasing, global Shipping and Marine Insurance process , Import /Export policies and procedures, Customs Rules, Port handling, Free Zone (tax free) operations with strong in drafting legal, RFP & SLA documents. Handled HSE (health and safety), Material Handling Equipment (MHE ) planning, Supply Chain &  Business Risk Analysis,  Quality Management  ( ISO 9000, 14001, 18000 ) and  a successful background in the delivery of multiple / complex projects within set timeframes.

Actively looking for senior level global opportunity, ready to relocate.

CORE KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

§  Operational leadership and strategic thinking

§  Purchase, strategic sourcing and effective forecasting  

§  Real time data systems, analytics, strategic planning

§  Complex supply chain projects and handling large workforce

§  Process Improvement, lean techniques and 6 Sigma Understanding

§  Corporate efficiency, strategic planning and global expansion

§  Revenue generation, compliance and contingency engineering

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Engaging – I find my voice, self-reliant, confident by accepting opportunities and risk, collaborating with others and adaptable to adverse conditions

Managing Energy –Not consumed by constant details and micromanaging processes; dedicate some time each day with zero distractions.

Connecting – Encourage building stronger relationships and personal networks, helps in creating sense of belonging; encourage reward mechanism and acknowledge team to act as mentor, coach and act as best friend

CAREER GRAPH:

South Asia Corporation Plc. (SAC)                                                             July 2015 to Present             

www.southasiacorporation.com

Director Strategy and Supply Chain Operations

India (covering South Asia, Middle East & Africa)  

Industry:  SAC engaged in Commodity Exports, Supply Chain, Consulting, Warehousing, Cold Chain Solution, Logistics Service provider and IT Solution

Conceptualized, formulated, and established business process improvement from start up.  Identified and captured opportunities for new business development and market growth by expanding into new venues. Challenged to build new market presence while reengineering and expanding client base and improving corporate brand recognition. Formulated, designed, and developed business model and strategic planning to address global solutions and expand channels. Customized and created technology to solve logistics and support improvement. Directed and consolidated business process, corporate communications and business initiatives.

Selected Accomplishments:

§  Ventured into commodity exports, import and distribution through strategic sourcing and global expansion into Brazil, Ukraine, South Africa and existing Middle East market.

§  Strategic partnership with Japanese warehousing and distribution network at strategic project level in a government to private partnership initiative in retail distribution and retail supply chain

§  Project consulting  in solar powered cold chain design, cluster of warehouses and logistics planning  as consulting mode

§  Developed  a strategic partnership in ERP solution in retail and e –commerce supply management

Effiasoft.com                                                                                                    May ‘2015 to Present

Supply Chain Advisor:

(Non Executive Board Position)  

Industry: EffiaSoft.com provides comprehensive Billing and ERP software ; Cash billing, inventory, procurement, ERP, CRM, human resource, accounting and e-commerce applications on cloud and mobile platform to Micro-Small-Medium business (MSME) segment.

Selected Accomplishments:

Advisory role and involved in strategic supply chain business expansion, process improvement, designing cost effective model , IT integration and simulation with Retail and farm sector. Expanded into South East Asian market and engaged in strategic partnership and business alliance globally.

Barloworld Logistics Ltd.                                                                            May’2012- June’ 2015

www.barloworld-logistics.com

Project Manager and SCM Consultant                           

Dubai, UAE, Saudi Arabia, East Africa (Kenya)

Industry: Over $ 8 billion turnover global Supply chain leader in project and contract logistics, 3PL/4PL, Warehousing, SCM consulting, software solution, logistics and supply chain solution

Identified project consulting opportunity in the region and global partnerships with industry leaders; providing efficient supply chain solution. Spearheaded warehousing and transportation solutions for the food industry (chocolates), retail, oil and gas, import / export, electronics distribution, port operations.    Identified areas for improvement in distribution performance, creating revenue growth, designing IT solution networks and technology examining performance, analyzing data, generating solutions in support of new business strategies, creating process ownership to ensure client and corporate satisfaction. Transitioned strategy into tactical plans in cooperation with senior executives developing products, plans, and policies to drive market growth and maintain corporate continuity.

Selected Accomplishments:

§  Managed client based supply chain and logistics projects; job involves managing supply chain Operations in areas of large scale warehousing, logistics, 3PL/4PL, project and contract logistics in Middle East & Africa region projects worth over USD 100 millions.

§  Run  Supply chain cost & inventory optimization and sustainability drive (reverse logistics and alternate energy ); project worth $ 10 – 15 million 

§  Designed country specific solution and implemented process design &process mapping, re-engineering, Strategic sourcing, buying, designing storage solution, import /export planning and Logistics hub operations. Client management, contingency planning, drafting contracts, SLAs, RFPs, contract negotiation, collaboration management, planning and risk management. instrumental in implementing quality management practices (ISO 9000, JIT, 5S /Kaizen, Lean practices)   

Landmark Retail Group                                                                      February’2005 – May’2012

www.landmarkgroupme.com

Manager- Logistics Planning & DC Operations                                                        

Dubai, UAE

Industry: Large format multi brand retailer, turnover $ 7 billion plus ( Known brands : Home Centre, Splash, Baby Shop, Emax, Life Style, Shoe Mart, New Look etc.) and group having over 1600 retail stores globally spanning over 25 countries

Formulated, designed, and facilitated procedures for Free zone logistics and warehousing operation facilities; the biggest in the region and streamlined operating planning, global logistics network expansion, infrastructure, consolidating administrative functions, organizing labor, and enhancing distribution methodology. Handled pprocurements, MHE planning, resource & manpower planning, outsourcing and facility management with transportation, vehicle and route planning, port and DC operations. Monitoring distribution centre productivity, KPI, dashboard, process monitoring, measuring and improvement strategy.

Selected Accomplishments:

Negotiator – Instrumental in negotiating alternate port facilities, brought operational efficiency and cost savings of over USD 1.5 Million per annum.

Insurance – Initiated streamlining marine claim filing and contract negotiation across group resulted  faster processing and claim settlement, save over USD 1 million of claim settlement

DC Operations – Managed Warehouse and Distribution Centre (DC) operations; setting up warehouses from basic to state of the art automated, sizes between 5,000 to 50,000 SQM with SKU 100 to 20,000; designed sophisticated logistics solution and DC operations with import /export volume between 5 – 50 TEU per day.

OTHER EXPERIENCES                                                                              Year’ 1994 – 2005

Rasasi Industries                                                                                              July ’1999 – Feb’ 2005

www.rasasi.com

Manager Inventory Control and Retail Distribution                                               

Dubai, UAE

Industry: Manufacturing and Retail; one of the top three Perfumes & Cosmetics manufacturer and retailer in Middle East with market presence over 25 countries    

DTDC Ltd                                                                                                                    June’97 – July’ 1999

www.dtdc.in      

Regional Manager – Operations  

India: New Delhi

Industry: Cargo and Courier Industry ; DTDC is India’s most preferred end-to-end Logistics, Express & Retail Services company with global reach  

TTT Ltd.                                                                                                                      May’ 94 to June ’1997

A division of Taj Hospitality, a Tata group company

www.tajhotels.com

Assistant Manager – Retail Operations 

India: New Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow

Industry: Retail, Travel, Transport and Shopping Mall Operations 

ACADEMIA:       

University of Surrey Roehampton, London 

Master of Science (M.Sc.) – Strategic Supply Chain Management;

University of Calcutta, Calcutta, India

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. – Physics / Honors)

CAPEXIL, Calcutta; India

Post Graduate Diploma – International Business;

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, USA

Advance Management Certificate – Business Economics

CERTIFICATION:  

§  Six Sigma , Lean Management Certified; Aveta Business Institute,  Pennsylvania , USA 

§  Certificate- 5S, Kaizen; Japan Management Association,  Tokyo, Japan

§  Certificate in Leadership Development; Japan Management Association, Tokyo, Japan

§  Certificates in Communication; INSA, University of Calcutta, India.

§  ISO 9000,14000,18001; BAS UK

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION:                                              

§  CMI (www.managers.org.uk) –  The Chartered Management Institute,  UK

§  APQC (www.apqc.org)- American Productivity & Quality Center, US

§  Council Member – GLG (www.glgroup.com )– Platform for consultation and collaboration, USA

§  Advisory Council Member Harvard Business Review  – http://advisorycouncil.hbr.org – Harvard Business Review

PERSONAL DOSSIER:

§  Languages Known: English, Bengali, Hindi & Others 

§  Work Permit  / Visa Status : Need sponsorship  for  out of India assignment

§  Nationality: Indian Passport holder

§  Webpage: http://aashish-maity.branded.me  

§  Linked in: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/ashishmbose