Amged Khalil

Director of Supply Chain & Plant Operations

Alexandria, Egypt · 002***********

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Summary

Innovative Supply Chain Director and plant Operations leader with 15+ years of proven experience producing measurable results through strategic procurement operations, cost-savings initiatives, and policy implementation.

Summary

Highly adept in process improvement and business optimization, with a focus on initiatives to maximize revenue by increasing performance through the implementation of best operational practises and procedures. Demonstrated record of achieving high profitability in challenging markets through organizational restructuring, streamlining inefficiencies, and expert P&L management. A master Project Manager, developing inventive strategy using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to lead projects and people to success. A motivated leader with excellent communication skills, providing key stakeholder management, mentorship, and unparalleled people organization.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

●Operations Strategy

●Supply Chain Management

●Plant Operations

●Buying & Procurement

●Inbound & Outbound Logistics

●ISO Standards

●Quality Assurance & Quality Control

●Project Management

●Demand Planning & Forecasting

●Claims Management

●Vendor Management

●Contract Negotiations

●Stakeholder Management

●B2B Sales

●Lean Manufacturing

●Production

●Inventory Management

●WMS Systems

●Finance Management (P&L)

●Budget Allocation

●Lean Six Sigma

●Process Improvement

●People Management

●Human Resources

●HSE & Risk Assessment

●Scheduling & Workforce Planning

●Cost Reduction

●Data Analysis

●Process Optimization

●Engineering

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Achieved procurement savings of almost 2M ر.س (SAR) through strategic operational planning and execution.

Decreased manufacturing overhead costs (MOH) by 8% overall.

Established value chain analysis targeting reduction of overall MOH by 30% over 3 years.

Commissioned and built new edible oil refinery, with a total capacity of 400 TPD.

Utilized project management skills to supervise all planning and control activities for construction of €185M beet sugar factory project, with 9,000T capacity, leading team of cross-functional parties to success with on-time and on-budget deliverables.

Championed total department restructure, creating brand new organizational hierarchy and ECAS with a cost savings and optimization of over 8% annually.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Savola Group, Egypt Sudan Iran Jan. 2019 – Present

Plant Operations Director

Oversee strategic direction for Supply Chain, maximizing process efficiency and productivity through operational optimization. Progess departmental goals and objectives, incorporating best Procurement and Supply Chain practises to support organizational plan. Implement plans and monitor progress so that objects are met according to timelines, upholding high standards of quality products and services. Develop practical and sustainable departmental policies and procedures, following through to guarantee compliance. Provides vision, direction, and oversight of warehousing network, ensuring inventory is accurate and warehouses function safely and effectively. Improve and implement new concepts to simplify work and reduce costs such as strategic purchasing initiatives, systems contracts, value analysis, and vendor rationalization. Manage development of business cases that determine buying decisions across organization and support transformation opportunities. Act as leader of Supply Chain & Operations Management team, including hiring, evaluating performance, training and development, and discipline. Cultivate and maintain solid working relationships with vendors and distributors, negotiating contracts when necessary. Achieve business plan year-over-year for volume, productivity, and delivered products.

●Optimized cost reduction by 8% as a key player in restructuring department and organizational hierarchy.

●Decreased manufacturing overhead costs (MOH) by 18%.

●Augmented overall equipment effectiveness to 87%.

●Saved 30% in waste disposal transportation, equating to 1M .

●TDC reduction from NOS to 83% instead of 89%.

●handling two sugar factories in two sites ASCE and USCE together as assignment with below achievements for 5 months from August 2022 till Jan 2023 achieving

oDecrease loss from 18% to down up to 3.5%,

oControl the opex and capex Budgets expenditure.

oBuilding up the production and Engineering team capabilities and hiring the missing vacant.

oFull overhaul for the process Building and powerhouse with total maintenance tasks accomplished within 5 months 1400 tasks and full shutdown for 6 days.

oFull year performance review with the USCE organization for year 2022.

oClose all internal Audit high critical tasks with action plans and clear deadlines.

oBuilding the new annual operating & capex plan for year 2023, with productivity growth 10%.

Director of Supply Chain & Operations Dec. 2016 – Dec. 2018

Directed multiple departments, including Edible Oil Refinery Operations, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Installation, Utility), Warehousing, Logistics, Planning, and Project Management Office, all encompassed within Supply Chain profile. Developed financial plans in conjunction with finance teams, monitoring financial performance against P&L, making adjustments where needed Communicated with key stakeholders on performance and areas of improvement, ensuring cost effective strategy. Led sales planning process, including demand planning, buying, purchasing, and quality control. Oversaw project management and operations activities, reviewing production reports to resolve operational, manufacturing and facility issues to certify minimum costs, maximum savings, and prevent delays. Coordinated cross-functional activities across Sales, Buying, Manufacturing, and Production teams, communicating and setting expectations. Optimized cash flow and manufacturing process, updating data regularly. Managed Human Resource actions, through recruiting, selecting, interviewing, onboarding, training, mentoring, and holding personnel accountable to operational policies and procedures.

●Attained order rate of 90% through effective management of over 20,000 trucks in both inbound and outbound logistics.

●Commissioned newly installed edible oil refinery with 400 TPD total capacity.

●Enhanced packaging equipment effectiveness to 62% (+18% YoY).

●Improved refinery equipment effectiveness to 82% (+9% YoY).

●Reduced manufacturing overhead costs by 8%.

●Increased CM1 by decreasing direct material costs related to oil losses down to 3%.

●Restructured Supply Chain department in full.

Supply Chain Manager Nov. 2009 – Nov. 2016

Oversaw management of factory operations and project management of full Supply Chain. Established operating plans, targets, budgets, and capital expenditure plans annually. Monitored schedules and cost control, creating systems and implementing corrective measures to ensure targets achieved. Championed quality control initiatives such as ISO certification and TQM, delivering best-in-class performance. Reported on all key performance indicators (KPIs) related to capacity utilization, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness. Supervised procurement functions and cash flow for raw materials, SPP, and equipment. Liaised with legal and finance departments for disposal of scraps. Negotiated contracts successfully and performed extensive vendor maintenance and management, building upon existing relationships and adding new accounts through selection, evaluation, rating, onboarding and offboarding.

●Supervised all planning and budget control for construction of €185M beet sugar factory project, with 9,000T capacity including Engineering, Construction, Procurement, commissioning, and opening operations.

●Created new warehousing system via Oracle, managing spare parts, consumables, chemicals, and finished goods storage for a total capacity of 160,000T.

●Attained order rate of 90% through efficient management of over 60,000 trucks in both inbound and outbound logistics.

Supply Chain Manager 2006 – 2009

Directed and coordinated production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, and financial forecasting services to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, and overall safety. Examined existing procedures, looking for opportunities to streamline activities to meet product distribution needs. Supervised movement, storage, and processing of all inventory and machinery. Championed Lean Manufacturing through expert project management skills, implementing productivity improvements to deliver better conversion costs YoY. Developed processes for harmonization of supply chain management with other business areas such as sales, marketing, finance, and quality assurance teams. Conferred with planners to forecast demand, ensuring availability of materials. Analyzed inventory, determining how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, and optimize service. Built organization’s image by enforcing strong business practices, collaborating with and managing vendors and contractors. Upheld excellent working environments for personnel with emphasis on collaboration, feedback, coaching, motivation, and employee satisfaction.

●Achieved higher quality product than national Iran standard: 45 ICUMSA sugar color EEC2 quality, standard being 60 ICUMSA color.

●Decreased losses for specific machinery (cone breaking machine) by 2%, increasing capacity to 1 ton/hr, previously 250 kg/hr.

●Commissioned Retail Packing Unit for fine sugar and broken cone products with an overall factory capacity of 120,000 MT per year, expanding to over 200,000 MT per year.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Factory Manager, Kuwait Food Company (Americana), Tehran, Tehran 2004 – 2006

Production Manager, Egyptian British for General Development Co., Alexandria, Egypt

Assistant Production Manager, Egyptian British for General Development Co., Alexandria, Egypt

Shift Head Engineer, Egyptian British for General Development Co., Alexandria, Egypt

LANGUAGES

Arabic (Bilingual/Native Proficiency)

English (Full Professional Proficiency)

Persian (Professional Working Proficiency)

French (Limited Working Proficiency)

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration, General

University of South Wales, Pontypridd, Wales, Expected Completion: December 2022

Master of Business Administration, Supply Chain Management

Arab Academy for Science & Technology (AAST), Alexandria, Egypt, 2013

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Engineering

Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt

AWARDS

Golden Award for Achievement

Savola Sugar Sector, 2020

Savola Recognition Letter for Achievement on SBC Sugar Project & Operations

Savola Behshar Company, 2009

Certificate of Appreciation

Kuwait Food Company IKFC, 2005

Certificate of Appreciation

Egyptian British Company

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Certified Professional Food Manager Certificate (CPFM), American University in Cairo (AUC)

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Membership

Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Training, RES Global Part of the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP), January 2020

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Training, RES Global Part of the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP), October 2019

Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), December 2017

Creativity and Customer Focus (Brand New Guest-ology), September 2017

Job Evaluation, Hays, October 2011

Value Management & Lean Manufacturing Training, June 2011

Strategic Influencing Program, AMA/MCE (American Management Association), May 2010

Finance for Non-Finance Professionals, Meric Training & Consulting

The IBM System, Integrated Business Management

Management Training Program (Effective Communication Skills), Career Development and Consultations Academy

Food Safety, Sanitation Programs and Enhancing Egyptian Exportation, Agriculture Led Export & Business (ALEB), American Project

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