Supply Chain Management

Abdur Rahman

Location: Bajaur

Email: ad2wz5@r.postjobfree.com • Cell: +92-344-*******

Personal Details

12th March 1983 • Male • Married • Pakistani

Program/Operation/Logistics/Supply Chain/Warehouse Management Expert

Performance-driven professional offering 10+ years of experience and exceptional ability to build community-based supply chain management programs and lead multi-functional teams to identify logistic and supply chain capabilities, monitor and track logistic and supply chain programs, assess inventory resources and collaborate with personnel ensuring logistic operations are delivered on time and within the scope of the budget.

Experienced in building and optimizing operations, logistic/supply chain processes, logistic measurement systems, CBDRM, and arrangements to maximize results in logistic operations worldwide; designing the framework of the logistic execution system and ensuring effective execution; developing strategies and proposals for logistic operations expansions. An Engaging mobilization specialist is known for distilling complex intransigent challenges & problems into a set of solvable blocks, proven skills in leading change, and leveraging innovation in the drive for better profits and increased shareholder value. Extensive knowledge of program, operations, logistic data analysis techniques to identify the potential impacts and outcomes of different program, operations and supply chain strategies. Able to make recommendations for relevant program, operations and logistic training and learning opportunities to improve the supply chain process. Being a master trainer of DDR can design a special training manual for Basic DRR awareness (structural and Non-structural)

Areas of Expertise

Warehousing Logistic & supply chain management Program Social Mobilization

Monitoring Risk Management Communication Report Writing Stakeholder Management Project Planning & Controlling Team Building & Leadership Reporting & Documentation Problem Resolution DRR

Career Highlights

Established a participatory food distribution mechanism by organizing local elders Jirga with community elders to minimize hazard and security threats and facilitated about 47000 TDPs monthly.

Established numerous village development committees while facilitating three districts in Orakzai in UN-WFP funded projects of DRR in food base transfers

Constructed 3 NFIs schemes in Orakzai while working with the village development committees.

Raised the number of staff capacity developmental training during UN-WFP funded project “standard logistic and warehouse management “for executing the effective implementation of the project activities.

Succeeded in completing 3 numbers of projects in three districts for the WFP program by assisting internally displaced peoples of Bajaur, Orakzai, and South Waziristan.

Socially coherent community of Kurram, Orakzai, and Upper Dir through community participatory DRR and FFW/CFW approach through UN-WFP funded project and raised the concept of “Ashar” on the community level.

As a social motivational speaker aware of the war-effected communities of Bajaur through the Mine Risk Education project funded by the Swiss Foundation of Mine Action (FSD) and implemented by BEST-Pak.

Spread and practically implement the slogan of UN-WFP “Zero Hunger “by facilitating thousands of TDPs in war-torn areas of merged districts of KPK.

Facilitated 478 schools and 41 health facilities in the tribal district Orakzai through food for education and nutrition projects through their doorsteps to attain zero hunger policy and reduction of stunted growth and pregnant and lactating mothers’ needs.

Professional Experience

World Food Program Oct 2023– Cont...

Logistic Assistant/Custom Clearance Facilitator:

Project Overview

The Community-Based Vaccination Project in Pakistan aims to expand access to essential vaccines by leveraging local community networks. Through partnerships with grassroots organizations, this initiative seeks to enhance vaccination coverage, educate communities about immunization, and reduce vaccine-preventable diseases in the region.

Key Accomplishments

Efficient Resource Management: Successfully managed the allocation and distribution of essential resources, such as vaccines, medical supplies, tools, stationary and equipment, ensuring that they reach the right locations in a timely manner. This could involve optimizing inventory control systems, reducing wastage, and ensuring cost-effectiveness. Streamlined

Documentation and Reporting: Developed and maintained a robust system for documenting project activities, including financial transactions, procurement records, and logistics-related data. Accurate and timely reporting to WHO and other stakeholders is crucial for transparency and accountability.

Logistical Support for Immunization Campaigns: Coordinated the logistical aspects of immunization campaigns, including the transportation of vaccines, stationary and tools to remote or hard-to-reach areas, setting up vaccination sites, and ensured that all necessary personnel and supplies are in place for successful immunization drives.

Compliance with WHO and PEI Guidelines: Ensured strict adherence to WHO and PEI program guidelines and standards in all logistical and administrative processes like cold chain management protocols, procurement regulations, and health and safety guidelines.

Effective Team Coordination: Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among various stakeholders, including government agencies, health workers, and community leaders, which involved organizing training sessions, workshops, and meetings to ensure that everyone involved in the project is well-informed and aligned with its goals

Muslim Hands Pakistan (UNHCR Peshawar) Mar 2023– Sep-2023

Logistic/Warehouse Associate:

To facilitate the Afghan Refugees and Asylum Seekers' improved access to renewable energy, Afghan Refugees and Asylum Seekers have access to solar items at a domestic and communal level along with capacity building for O&M of these solar items in 43 Refugees Villages located in 13 districts of KP, funded by UNHCR.

Key Accomplishments

Warehouse Management: Efficiently managed the project's warehouse for storing and distributing solar equipment, spare parts, and other materials, ensured proper inventory control, safe storage, and timely distribution to various project sites.

Optimized Inventory Management: Ensured that inventory levels are well-maintained to meet demand without excessive overstocking or stock outs, implemented inventory control measures, such as regular audits and cycle counts, to reduce discrepancies and improve accuracy.

Efficient Team Management: Built and led high-performing teams, hired, trained, and motivated staff, creating a culture of teamwork and accountability. Effective delegation of tasks and setting clear performance expectations are essential for achieving productivity goals.

Streamlined Operations: Focused on streamlining warehouse processes to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs, implemented new technologies, such as warehouse management systems (WMS), and reorganized layouts to minimize travel time and improve order picking processes.

Safety and Compliance: Implemented and enforced safety protocols, conducted regular safety training, and maintained compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

BNFs Satisfaction: Worked closely with the logistics and transportation teams to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries, also implemented quality control processes to minimize errors in order fulfilment, leading to higher BNFs satisfaction and repeat business.

Secourse Islamique France (Un-WFP Dir-Upper) March 2022– Dec 2022

Logistic/Warehouse Officer

The project aims to restore livelihood opportunities of flood-effected communities of district Upper Dir through a food-for-work project by UN-WFP. The project’s main aim was to bring social cohesion and harmony by providing food assistance to the local communities through the FFA modality.

Key Accomplishments

Efficient Supply Chain Management: Ensured the smooth and timely flow of relief supplies, including food items, from the point of receiving to the beneficiaries, included effective storage, transportation, and distribution of food baskets to the target areas.

Warehouse Management: Efficiently managed the storage and distribution of relief items in warehouses. This involved maintaining inventory records, conducting regular stock checks, and ensuring proper storage conditions to prevent spoilage and damage.

Quality Control: Executed quality control measures to ensure that the food items meets safety and nutritional standards, involved regular inspection of food items for freshness and compliance with international food quality standards.

Documentation and Reporting: Maintained accurate records of all logistics and warehouse activities, including receipts, dispatches, and distribution to beneficiaries, timely reported to the SIF, UN-WFP, and other relevant stakeholders which is crucial for transparency and accountability.

Security and Safety: Fulfilled security protocols to safeguard relief supplies and staff in potentially volatile areas like flood-affected regions, incorporated assessing security risks, implementing safety measures, and coordinating with local authorities for secure transportation and storage.

Capacity Building: Delivered training and guidance to logistics and warehouse staff, as well as community members involved in the distribution process that helped to ensure that all team members understand their roles and responsibilities and can work efficiently.

Foundation for Rural Development, UN-WFP Kurram Dec 2021 – Mar 2022

District Warehouse in charge

The project was designed for restoring livelihood opportunities for conflict-affected communities of district Kurram through the Food for Work project by UN-WFP. The project’s main aim was to bring social cohesion and harmony by providing food assistance to the local communities through the FFA project.

Key Accomplishments

Optimized Warehouse Operations: Implemented best practices in warehouse management, ensuring that aid items are stored efficiently, organized, and labelled correctly. This minimized losses due to damage or spoilage and streamlines the distribution process.

Inventory Management: Efficiently tracking and managing inventory is crucial to prevent stock outs and overstock situations, established robust inventory control systems, conducted regular stock counts, and generated accurate reports to facilitate timely procurement and distribution.

Transportation Coordination: Coordinating the transportation of aid items from warehouses to distribution points is a key responsibility, ensured that vehicles are properly maintained, drivers are trained, and routes are optimized to minimize delivery delays and costs.

Quality Control: Ensuring the quality and safety of aid items is paramount, established quality control measures, conducted inspections, and collaborated with UN-WFP address any issues related to the quality or condition of the humanitarian supplies.

Security Management: Given the challenging security environment in Ex- FATA, played a vital role in ensuring the safety of aid workers, warehouses, and transportation routes, which includes implementing security protocols, conducting risk assessments, and liaising with local authorities and security agencies.

Reporting and Accountability: Maintaining accurate records and generating timely reports is essential for transparency and accountability, prepared detailed reports on warehouse activities, transportation operations, and aid distributions to provide stakeholders and donors with comprehensive information on project progress and impact.

Best-Pak/UN-WFP- PESHAWAR, Kohat & Khyber Jul 2019 –Aug 2021

Team Leader, GENERAL AND FFW/Cfw Project

The Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) of Pakistan have recently seen several rounds of displacement due to ongoing security operations. This was the biggest displacement when the War on Terror reached its peak in 2014. In response to the large displacement of the population of the NMD the United Nations World Food Program initiated Food Assistance projects for IDPs Basic Education and Employable Skills Training (BEST) has been the implementing partner of WFP from the onset of the Food Distribution Operation to the affected populations from the above-mentioned areas both in Camp, Off Camp as well as to the returnee IDPs and locally displaced persons in their respective agencies.

Key Accomplishments

Effective Project Implementation: Ensured the successful implementation of the project by coordinating activities, managing resources, and adhering to project timelines which includes distributing food baskets to beneficiaries in a timely and equitable manner, and overseeing the general food distribution and food-for- work initiatives.

Community Engagement: Building trust and rapport with local communities by actively engaging with community leaders and members for which conducted BBCM, regular meetings, listening to community needs and concerns, and involved them in project decision-making processes.

Capacity Building: Developed the skills and knowledge of project staff and community members to enhance their ability to participate effectively in project activities, arranged training sessions on various topics, such as agriculture, food security, and disaster risk reduction.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Implemented a vigorous monitoring and evaluation system to track the progress and impact of the project, which includes collecting data on the number of beneficiaries, the quality of work completed, and the nutritional status of community members.

Conflict Resolution: Addressed conflicts and disputes that may arise within the community or among project beneficiaries. As a team leader had the ability to mediate and resolve conflicts to maintain a peaceful and productive project environment.

Advocacy and Reporting: Advocated for the needs and rights of the beneficiaries to higher authorities and donors, including the UN-WFP. Regularly reported on project progress, challenges, and successes to ensure transparency and accountability.

Foundation for Rural Development, Kurram Dec 2017 – Oct 2018

District Warehouse in charge

Before 2012, UN-WFP never delegated its logistic-based operations to any IPs because they have the best global logistical unit in existence. For the first time, UN-WFP took action in 2012 to transmit their logistical know-how to regional NGOs. They gave BEST-PAK standard logistics, warehouse management, and transportation handling projects for FFW, FFE, and CMAM programs in the former FATA.

Key Accomplishments

Inventory Management: Ensured accurate stock levels, implementing inventory tracking systems, conducted regular audits, and minimized discrepancies between recorded and actual stock levels, accomplished accurate and efficient inventory management which helped in preventing stock outs, overstocking, and loss due to theft or damage, used LIFO,FIFO and FEFO methodologies during stock in out.

Operational Efficiency: Involved in streamlining processes, reducing bottlenecks, and improving workflow efficiency, implemented lean principles, automated repetitive tasks, and designed an efficient layout for the warehouse to minimize travel time and improve productivity.

Cost Reduction: Found ways to reduce costs while maintaining or improving service quality, negotiated better supplier contracts, implemented energy-efficient practices, optimized labor utilization, and minimized waste and shrinkage.

Team Management: Recruited, trained, and developed team members to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce, also created a positive work environment, set performance goals, and tracked progress to ensure that the team meets or exceeds productivity and accuracy standards.

Poverty Alliance welfare trust (part), Orakzai (logistic project) Feb-2017 –Nov- 2017

District Logistic Officer

Since they have the best logistical unit in the world spread around the globe, UN-WFP has never before given any IPs control of its operations based on logistics before 2012. In 2012, UN-WFP took the first move towards sharing its logistical knowledge with regional NGOs when it gave BEST-PAK the responsibility for handling standard logistics, warehouse management, and transportation projects for FFW, FFE, and CMAM programs in the f Ex-FATA which was later on handed over to PAWT.

Key Accomplishment

Secure tactical and strategic logistics solutions offer best-in-class logistics integration from an end-to-end perspective.

The fundamental objective of the supervision and coordination of WH and tactical distribution was to sustain a robust implementation.

Served as a business representative, counselor, and development coordinator for WH affairs and distribution for other organizations.

Created and enhanced the regional and local distribution/WH systems.

Within the defined business scope and responsibilities, offered analysis, development strategies, and recommendations based on needs from consumers and stakeholders.

Hujra (UN-WFP Project), Orakzai AUG 2016 – Jan 2017

District Logistic Officer

Before 2012, UN-WFP has never handed over its logistic-based operations to any IPs as they have the world’s best logistic unit throughout the globe. In 2012 UN-WFP for the first time initiated a step to transfer their logistic expertise to local NGOs and handed over standard logistics, warehouse management & transportation handling projects to BEST-PAK for FFW, FFE, and CMAM programs in erstwhile FATA.

Key Accomplishments

Managed stock control the self-assured receipt, storage, retrieval, and timely delivery of goods shipment loading & transferring into MIS.

Ensured that workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the building and stock. Maintain housekeeping of the warehouse and surrounding area.

Orchestrated weekly and monthly plans and reports related to stock and inventory for Logistics Manager.

Modernized the usage of LIFO, FIFO, and FEFO Methodologies during stock/commodities in Out in the warehouse/store.

Updated stake and stock cards record, and periodically took physical checks. Liaise with field monitors and others on methods of logistics. Report and take appropriate actions for spoiled commodities.

Best-Pak, Orakzai Agency Aug, 2015 – Jul, 2016

District Logistic Manager

Before 2012, UN-WFP has never handed over its logistic-based operations to any IPs as they have the world’s best logistic unit throughout the globe. In 2012, UN-WFP for the first time initiated a step to transfer their logistic expertise to local NGOs and handed over standard logistics, warehouse management & transportation handling projects to BEST-PAK for FFW, FFE, and CMAM programs in erstwhile FATA.

Key Accomplishments

Cost Reduction and Budget Management: Controlled cost and budget management, reduced transportation, warehousing, and operational costs while maintaining service quality, involved negotiating favourable contracts with carriers, optimized routing and scheduling, and implemented cost-effective inventory management practices.

Operational Efficiency: Streamlined transportation routes, reducing transit times, minimizing idle time, and optimizing warehouse layout and storage solutions. Accomplishments in this area lead to faster order processing, reduced lead times, and overall operational improvements.

Team Leadership and Development: Built and led high-performing teams by recruiting and retaining top talent, provided training and development opportunities, sat clear performance expectations, and fostered a positive and collaborative work culture.

BNFs Satisfaction: Monitored and improved key performance indicators (KPIs) related to BNF service, such as on-time deliveries, order accuracy, and response times to BNFs inquiries or issues, worked closely with BNFs to understand their unique requirements and tailor logistics solutions to meet those needs.

Compliance and Risk Management: Adapted at ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and social sector standards, developed and implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions, such as developing contingency plans for unforeseen events like natural disasters or supply chain disruptions.

Best-Pak, Dera Ismail Khan Jul 2014 – Jul 2015

Project Manager

The newly merged districts of KPK have seen several rounds of displacement due to security operations. This was the biggest displacement when the War on Terror reached its peak in 2008-2009. It was the biggest IDP movement in the history of the country as well as in the history of the tribesmen. BEST with a determination to extend its services to the conflict-affected people on a humanitarian basis, made its intervention on January 01, 2013, as implementing partner of UN-WFP to extend food assistance to the IDPs of South Waziristan Agency residing off camp or with host families.

Key Accomplishments

Effective Project Planning: Developing a comprehensive project plan that outlines objectives, timelines, and resource allocation is crucial, I accomplished this by conducting thorough needs assessments and collaborating with relevant stakeholders to establish clear project goals and strategies.

Resource Mobilization: Liaised with donors, government agencies, and other partners to consistent and adequate supply of food for distribution.

Logistical Coordination: Coordinated, oversaw the procurement, storage, and transportation of food items, and ensured they reach distribution points on time and in good condition.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Implementing robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms allows the Project Manager to track the project's progress and effectiveness. Regular assessments can help identify challenges and areas for improvement in the distribution process, ensuring that aid is reaching the intended beneficiaries.

Reporting and Accountability: Preparing detailed reports on project activities, expenditures, and outcomes is essential for transparency and accountability to donors, UN-WFP, and other stakeholders, accomplished this by maintaining accurate records and providing timely updates on project performance.

Survey: Conducted market and household surveys to track availability of UN-WFP/Mill flour that is sufficiently fortified and to guarantee compliance while working closely with the project team.

Responsibility: Ensured that information was correct and accessible for the purpose by maintaining standard systems and files. Assuming control over data integrity to make sure accurate information is available in corporate systems, they identified straightforward discrepancies in statistics and data, such as missing data, and reported them to top officials to assist in the project's completion.

Best-Pak, Orakzai agency Best-WFP April, 2013 – Jun, 2014

Project Coordinator (FFW-DRR project)

The project aims to restore livelihood opportunities of flood-effected communities of district Upper Dir through a food-for-work project by UN-WFP. The project’s main aim was to bring social cohesion and harmony by providing food assistance to the local communities through the FFA and DRR-based modality and to mitigate the community for any future natural and man-made disasters by providing them with structural and non-structural activities.

Key Accomplishments

Effective Project Planning: Developed a comprehensive project plan that includes clear objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, collaborated with local communities, government authorities, and other stakeholders to identify disaster risk reduction activities that are meaningful and beneficial to the area.

Community Engagement: Built strong relationships and engaged with local communities. This involves holding regular meetings, workshops, and consultations to ensure that the 'food for work' activities align with the needs and priorities of the community members in reducing disaster risks.

Resource Management: Efficiently managed project resources, including food supplies and other materials. Ensured that food is distributed as compensation for community members' work on disaster risk reduction activities and that it is distributed fairly and transparently.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Established burly monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess the progress and impact of the project. Collected data on disaster risk reduction activities, community participation, and the outcomes achieved to continually improve project effectiveness.

Capacity Building: Provided training and capacity-building opportunities for community members involved in the project. Equipped them with the knowledge and skills needed to implement disaster risk reduction activities effectively and sustainably. Formed 68 village development committees (VDCs), 68 pieces of training for VDCs regarding their role in the said project Implemented DRR through CBDRM, a food-based intervention at the community level.

Reporting and Advocacy: Prepared detailed reports on project activities, expenditures, and outcomes for UN-WFP and other stakeholders. Additionally, advocated for the importance of disaster risk reduction efforts in the District Orakzai to raise awareness and secure support for future projects.

Best-Pak/UNHCR Nov 2011 – Mar 2012

Regional Warehouse Supervisor

The EACI project was initiated by UNHCR for promoting education in Afghan Refugee Camps through the provision of food baskets, TLMs, stationery, school chairs, and tables.

Key Accomplishments

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of warehouse inventory monitored stock levels, and order new supplies.

Developed weekly, and monthly, plans and reports, and updated sheets of inventory in MIS.

Educated and trained employees on handling & storage of inventory, Investigated and resolved any inventory discrepancies.

Swiss Foundation For Mine Action, Bajaur Dec 2010 – Oct 2011

Team Leader

After the 2009-2010 war against terror by the Pak Army in the tribal district of Bajaur Swiss Foundation for Mine Action (FSD) launched an awareness-related project in Bajaur. The main aim of the project was to aware the local community of Bajaur of the disastrous effects of ERWs (explosive remnant of war)

Key Accomplishments

Effective MRE Implementation: Led the planning and execution of MRE programs in Bajaur which involved designing age-appropriate educational materials, coordinating with local communities, and conducting awareness sessions to educate people about the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance.

Community Engagement: Building trust and engaging with the local communities is essential, established strong relationships with community leaders and members, encouraging their active participation in MRE activities and promoting a sense of ownership in risk reduction efforts.

Safety Assessments and Clearance Coordination: Collaborated with local authorities and demining organizations to assess high-risk areas, prioritized clearance efforts, and ensured that clearance activities are coordinated effectively to remove landmines and explosive remnants of war.

Data Collection and Analysis: Collecting data on accidents, incidents, and community feedback is crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of MRE initiatives, implemented data collection mechanisms and analysed this information to adapt and improve the MRE strategy.

Training and Capacity Building: To sustain the impact of MRE programs, I organized training sessions for local volunteers, teachers, and community leaders. This empowers them to continue educating their communities about mine risks even after the project concludes.

Advocacy and Awareness: Beyond direct MRE activities, I advocated for policy changes and increased awareness at the regional and national levels. This could involve participating in advocacy campaigns to promote mine risk reduction and the rights of affected communities.

Best-Pak/Un-WFP, Bajaur May, 2009 – Oct, 2010

Team Leader

Security activities have resulted in multiple waves of evictions in the newly combined districts of KPK. When the War on Terror was on peaked in 2008–2009, this displacement was the largest. In both the history of the nation and the tribesmen, it was the largest IDP movement. On April 1, 2013, BEST intervened as an UN-WFP implementing partner to provide food assistance to Bajaur Agency returnee IDPs as part of its commitment to providing humanitarian services to those affected by violence.

Key Accomplishments

Timely and Accurate Food Distribution: Worked to minimize delays and distribution errors, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive the food they need when they need it, coordinated UN-WFP logistics, verified beneficiary lists in online database, and oversaw the actual distribution process.

Effective Team Management: Recruited, trained, and supervised team members, fostered a collaborative and respectful work environment, and motivated the team to perform at their best, even in challenging and often high-stress situations.

Compliance and Accountability: Ensured strict compliance with all operational and reporting requirements, which includes maintaining proper documentation, transparency, and accountability throughout the distribution process, which built trust with donor (UN-WFP) and beneficiaries (RTDPs).

Safety and Security: For developing and implementing security protocols, conducted risk assessments, and ensured that the distribution sites are secure. Minimized risks associated with food distribution activities.

Community Engagement and Feedback: Actively engaged with local communities, gathered feedback on the distribution process, and addressed concerns or complaints, ensured that

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